PE/Gym Teacher

LaPorte, INPosted Aug 20, 2026

Job description

Instruction & Class Management Deliver lesson plans: Teach age-appropriate games, sports, and fitness exercises. Manage student behavior: Maintain clear discipline standards and gym expectations. Foster sportsmanship: Model and teach self-discipline, respect, and fair play. Adapt activities: Modify exercises to include students with different physical needs.

Safety & Facility Oversight Ensure student safety: Monitor indoor and outdoor play spaces closely to minimize risk. Manage sports equipment: Set up, inspect, clean, and organize all gym gear. Administer basic first aid: Respond immediately to minor student injuries during physical activities Administration & School Community Assess student progress: Evaluate motor skill development and participation levels.

Communicate with stakeholders: Provide updates to parents and school administration. Support school events: Help coordinate special activities like Field Day or fitness challenges. Opportunity for coaching is available (basketball, volleyball, golf) Certifications & Screenings First Aid / CPR certification: Mandatory or required to be obtained immediately upon hire.

Background check: Must pass an FBI background check, fingerprinting, and drug screening. Critical Skills Classroom management: Ability to keep large groups of active children organized and focused. Communication skills: Strong, clear verbal instruction style suitable for children and adolescents. Physical stamina: Capability to demonstrate exercises, lift lightweight gear, and stay active for long periods

Flexibility to set a fixed schedule of 12 - 15 hours per week (example: M-W 9:00 - 12:00) Supportive staff Opportunity for growth and additional responsibility Outdoor work environment Off weekends and holidays

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