Lower School PE Teacher (Grades K-3)

San Francisco Friends School is seeking a passionate and experienced Lower School PE Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year (mid-August through mid-June). Located in the Mission District, SFFS serves K-8 students and fosters a Quaker-based learning environment focused on social justice, community, and reflection.

We are looking for an educator who shares the school’s mission and values of inclusivity, community-building, and problem-solving. Ideal candidates should be motivated, flexible, and eager to collaborate with both students and colleagues in fostering a dynamic learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach developmentally appropriate PE classes to grades K-3, promoting physical fitness, coordination, and teamwork.
• Create inclusive, engaging lessons that support social-emotional growth and resilience.
• Develop activities that encourage confidence, a love of movement, and skill development.
• Provide positive, constructive feedback and assess student progress.
• Manage and maintain PE equipment and ensure safe, positive interactions during recess.
• Foster collaboration and positive behavior in students through strong classroom management.
• Stay informed on best practices and new developments in physical education.
• Collaborate with colleagues, student support teams, and parents to promote student success.
• Participate in community-building efforts, school-wide events, and committees.
• Contribute to a cohesive school culture by attending professional development and sharing insights.
• Lead organizing school-wide events, such as field days or physical education-related school events.

Qualifications

Must Demonstrate:

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Education, Child Development, or related field.
• Experience teaching PE at the elementary school level, with the skills to provide an age-appropriate, comprehensive physical education program.
• Ability to engage, support and motivate students of all abilities.
• Strong communication skills, with an emphasis on empathy and clarity.
• Openness to Quaker philosophy and a commitment to inclusivity.
• Experience working and communicating with diverse groups of students and adults.
• Organizational skills and the ability to manage both teaching and administrative responsibilities.
• CPR and First Aid certification (can be obtained upon hire).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Language skills in Spanish or Cantonese
• 2+ years of experience
• Openness to collaborating with community members on health and wellness outside of the PE classroom

Physical requirements:

Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer, hand-held learning devices and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

EEO Commitment:

Employment Clearances required:

• Livescan Background
• US Employment eligibility
• TB Clearance certificate

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and three references using this site.