PE Teacher Jobs

PE Teacher jobs are open across K-12 public schools, private schools, and charter networks, from entry-level to department head, with specializations in adaptive physical education, strength and conditioning, and health and wellness instruction. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles39
Top stateIllinois
Top employerThrive
Top cityDecatur, IL
Work type100% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Teacher Assistant-Enrichment PE
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Teacher Assistant-Enrichment PE
Lake County School District (FL)
Clermont, Florida
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Teaching & Instruction
$15.3 - $16.08/hr
Military encouraged

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2026-27 Physical Education (PE) Teacher (Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy)
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2026-27 Physical Education (PE) Teacher (Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy)
Alliance College-Ready Public Schools
Los Angeles, California
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Teaching & Instruction
$70k - $108k/yr
High school

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High School Pe Teacher 26/27 School Year
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High School Pe Teacher 26/27 School Year
Avant Garde Academy
Hollywood, Florida
Corporate Training
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Bachelor's degree in physical education
51-200

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Elementary PE Teacher
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Elementary PE Teacher
Michigan Association of School Boards
Roscommon, Michigan
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Teaching & Instruction

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Assistant Teacher (Pe)
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Assistant Teacher (Pe)
Madison Area YMCA
Madison, New Jersey
Corporate Training
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
$17 - $22/hr

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PE Teacher Job Market

Who's Hiring

Thrive2 open roles
Decatur Public Schools2 open roles
BASIS.ed1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in PE teacher jobs.

  • Valid state teaching license or certification in physical education
  • Bachelor's degree in physical education, kinesiology, or a related field
  • Current CPR and first aid certification
  • Experience designing and delivering standards-aligned PE curriculum
  • Ability to teach across multiple grade levels, K through 12
  • Willingness to coach extracurricular sports or after-school athletic programs

Tips for Your PE Teacher Job Search

Tailor your resume to each district

School districts often filter applications by state licensure and grade-band endorsements. List your teaching certificate, the states where it's valid, and any grade levels explicitly on your resume so your credentials clear automated screening before a human reads anything.

Highlight certifications beyond the license

CPR and first aid certification, adaptive PE credentials, and coaching endorsements come up repeatedly in job postings. If you hold any of these, name them in a dedicated credentials section rather than burying them in a skills list.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists pe teacher openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Show student outcome data in your application

Hiring committees respond to evidence. Reference specific fitness assessment results, participation rates, or program initiatives you led. Concrete outcomes from your classroom or gym tell a stronger story than a list of responsibilities.

Prepare a teaching demonstration before interviews

Many districts ask finalists to teach a live or recorded lesson to a panel. Have a 15-to-20-minute activity-based lesson ready that works for a gym, an open classroom, or a small student group, so you can deliver it on short notice.

Negotiate start date around licensure transfer

If you're moving across state lines, your new employer may need you to begin before your out-of-state license transfers. Ask upfront about emergency or provisional certification options so you don't lose an offer to a paperwork delay.

PE Teacher Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most pe teachers?

The most active employers for pe teachers right now are Thrive, Decatur Public Schools, and BASIS.ed, and the most openings are in Illinois, Florida, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Public school districts and charter management organizations account for the majority of posted roles.

How many pe teacher jobs are remote?

About 0% of pe teacher openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is significantly lower than most education roles. The small remote share tends to cluster in curriculum development, online health and fitness instruction, and adaptive PE consulting rather than traditional classroom teaching positions.

How do you become a pe teacher?

Becoming a pe teacher requires completing a bachelor's degree in physical education or kinesiology with an approved teacher preparation program, then passing your state's licensure exams, which typically include a subject-matter test and a pedagogy assessment. You'll complete student teaching as part of your program, then apply for your state teaching certificate before you can be hired into a salaried position.

Can you get hired as a pe teacher with little experience?

Yes, many districts hire candidates who are completing or have recently finished their student teaching placement, particularly in areas with teacher shortages. Coaching experience, fitness instruction backgrounds, and after-school program work all strengthen an entry-level application because they demonstrate classroom management and direct work with students in physical activity settings.

What does the pe teacher interview process look like?

Most districts run a two-stage process: an initial screening interview focused on your philosophy of physical education and classroom management approach, followed by a panel interview with administrators and sometimes department peers. Finalists are frequently asked to teach a demonstration lesson in front of students or a panel, and some districts conduct reference checks before extending a formal offer.

Where can I find and apply to pe teacher jobs?

You can find and apply to pe teacher jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from school districts and education employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your grade-level endorsement and location preferences, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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