Physical Education w/ Health SY26-27

Position Type:Elementary School Teaching/Physical Education w/ HealthDate Posted:3/23/2026Location:Lincoln Elementary School District 156Physical Education w/ HealthPosition Purpose:Under the general supervision of the School Principal, promoting physical fitness, teaching sports and movement skills, and encouraging lifelong physical activity.Essential Performance Responsibilities• Demonstrate a commitment to equity, excellence and high expectations for all students and a commitment to the academic and personal well-being of each student• Establish and manage student learning in a safe, positive and respectful learning environment• Develop, plan and implement instruction that addresses the needs of students in a manner that promotes improvements in physical, social and emotional wellness• Maintain accurate and updated grades for students and adhere to departmental and school-wide grading procedures and timelines• Communicate regularly with students, parents, and case managers regarding student progress• Collaborate with teachers to incorporate other content areas into the PE/Health curriculum• Assess student progress, analyze results and adapt instruction to improve student wellness outcomes• Demonstrate a commitment to professional growth through reflection, teacher collaboration and monitoring and assessing professional learning• Participate in regularly scheduled professional development as assigned• Exhibit a high degree of professionalismAdditional DutiesPerforms other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.Travel RequirementsTravels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.Physical and Mental Demands, Work HazardsWorks in standard gymnasium and school building environments.Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.Qualifications• Successful candidates must possess strong inter-personal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students to ensure each child reaches his/her full potential• Good attendance and punctuality are a must to ensure that the duties and responsibilities of the job are performed successfully• Physical Requirements of Position: (HBV Yes No)• Must be able to stand for a period of time• Must be able to walk up and down stairs (3 level building)• Must be able to lift/pull/push 50 lbsEducationBachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.ExperienceSuccessful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.Compensation:Collective Bargain Agreement