[2026-2027] High School Physical Education Teacher

2+ years of full-time Physical Education teaching experience (outside of substitute teaching) in an urban setting strongly preferred.

Bachelor’s degree required.

Pennsylvania State certification Level I or II strongly preferred. If uncertified, must –

enroll in a PA-approved certification program within one year of hire.

submit transcripts upon hire (required for emergency permit application)

Complete all required criminal and child abuse background checks prior to start date:

Compensation:

The salary range for this position is commensurate upon experience and certification status:

Uncertified Range:

$55,000 – 81,000+

Certified Range:

$60,000 - $91,000+

Key Responsibilities:

Classroom Responsibilities

Ensure that all children feel affirmed, valued and challenged every day

Create rigorous, engaging unit and daily lesson plans leveraging provided curricula/resources (in most cases)

Infuse core values into daily lessons and every school practice, implementing school-wide student culture systems and positive classroom management strategies

Maintain a productive, organized, safe, neat and focused learning environment

KIPP Public Schools

is a national network of tuition-free public charter schools preparing students with the skills and confidence needed to create the futures they want for themselves, their communities, and us all. We are a network of 279 schools, nearly 16,500 educators, and 210,000 students and alumni.

KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools (KPPS)

is part of the national KIPP Public Schools network and currently leads eight schools serving 3,400 students in North and West Philadelphia. By 2030, KPPS will be serving approximately 4,000 students.

KPPS Mission

Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.