SY 2026-2027: Elementary School Health & Physical Education Teacher

Company: Global Citizens Public Charter School
Location: Washington
Posted on: February 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Salary: $60K to $80K Position: Elementary School Health & Physical Education Teacher Supervisor: Director of Teaching & Learning Start Date: August 2026 Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis through June 30, 2026. However, the position may be closed prior to that date if a qualified candidate is hired. Please note that we will begin reviewing applications starting on January 5, 2026. The Opportunity: We are seeking lead teachers with experience in elementary school health and physical education to provide instruction for the 2026-2027 school year. Global Citizens PCS is the first dual language immersion elementary school in Washington, DC, to offer language immersion in both Mandarin Chinese and Spanish pathways - exposing students to the top three languages spoken in the world. Paired with a focus on social justice and whole child wellness, Global Citizens PCS equips children to become empathetic, globally competent, and socially-minded leaders who are prepared for a future we cannot yet imagine. Global Citizens PCS opened in Ward 7 to provide children and their families living east of the Anacostia River with equitable access to dual language immersion programs. This position offers an incredible opportunity to work alongside a founding team, within an entrepreneurial and collaborative environment focused on improving educational opportunities for all students, especially those who are most marginalized and undervalued. Mission: The mission of Global Citizens PCS is to inspire and prepare the next generation of global citizens. We will do this by supporting students, ages 3-11, to reach their full academic and leadership potential in a nurturing learning environment. We will immerse them in the Mandarin and Spanish languages, promote the value of diversity, and equip them with the knowledge, skills, and mindsets they need to contribute to a better world. Vision: We envision academic excellence, language acquisition, and authentic inclusion of a diverse student population. We will build a strong community of learners who are confident in their ability to communicate in the Chinese, Spanish, and English languages. Our children will use language to liberate and advocate for themselves and those most marginalized. All of our children will develop a sense of self and a sense of belonging, build empathy and emotional resilience, learn to understand and appreciate diverse perspectives, and challenge themselves to take action to improve the world. Philosophy: We believe that all cultures have richness and value, deserve respect and consideration, and do not belong to a hierarchy. We are aware of white supremacy culture and the systemic oppression that exists even in the current education system. At Global Citizens PCS, we will critically examine our biases and then actively work on counteracting these biases and disrupting the dominant narrative. We will continually examine our teaching and curricula to ensure we incorporate multiple perspectives from diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences, including the experiences of our students, families, communities, and staff. We will create an environment in which all students will yearn for intercultural connections and see their benefits. Founding Elementary School Health & Physical Education Teacher Job Description The Health & Physical Education Teacher is responsible for creating a classroom environment that fosters, promotes and develops an understanding of the relationship of healthy body function and exercise; that motivates each student to cultivate physical fitness, and appropriate social and emotional adjustment; that discovers and develop talents of students in physical achievement; and that develops strength, skill, agility, poise, and coordination in individual, dual and team physical activities and sports, in accordance with each students ability. All teachers will work collaboratively to positively impact student development by creating a warm and inviting learning environment; building relationships with students and families; creatively designing and implementing effective lessons within a free and liberating classroom environment; analyzing and interpreting data; collaborating professionally with colleagues; and, participating in the larger school-wide community. The Health & Physical Education Teacher, under the direct supervision of the Director of Teaching & Learning, will work collaboratively with all leadership team members to fully understand and respond to the needs of students and families, create and implement plans according to the mission, vision, and pillars of Global Citizens Public Charter School while remaining focused on the implementation of high-quality instruction. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: School Mission and Vision Implement a shared school mission and vision to promote each students social, emotional, and academic development Actively participate in data-driven instruction and methods of continuous improvement to ensure we meet the needs of each student Reinforce the mission with students and families, inspiring them to act on the mission every single day Reflect on instructional practices and adjust behavior and systems accordingly: ask regularly for feedback; model humility and admit mistakes; seek out thought partners; and, engage in professional learning Collaborates with support teachers and other staff to ensure proper and consistent implementation of our instructional program Equitable and Inclusive School Culture Model ethical, equitable, and professional behavior and acts with integrity, fairness, cultural competence, and empathy with students and colleagues Contribute to a professional school culture focused on developing relational trust with colleagues and building each other's capacity to promote each students social, emotional, and academic development; serves as a mentor teacher for support teachers Set personal and professional learning goals to promote wellness and enhance professional practice; attend summer institute and weekly professional development sessions Participate in professional development and coaching cycles led by Director of Teaching & Learning and other instructional leaders Encourages open, productive, collaborative, and trusting working relationships among administrators, teachers, and staff to promote an environment of continuous improvement Mentors support teachers and develop a strong classroom culture Develop a supportive and positive learning environment focused on uplifting student voice and using student data to drive student development, growth, and achievement Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Develop lesson plans and teach health and physical education Utilize culturally sustaining and anti-bias/anti-racist practices (along with data) to inform and guide daily instruction; incorporate student cultures, interests, and experiences into lessons and activities Set clear and measurable goals throughout the year for every student in all areas of study; regularly assess the progress of each child and provide differentiated, child-centered instruction to meet the needs of each child on a daily basis Ensure that each student has equitable access to classroom materials, texts, learning resources and opportunities, academic and social-emotional supports, and other resources in the target language Equitable and Inclusive Student Support Improve and sustain a school environment that is inclusive, equitable, caring, and culturally competent (and meets the academic, social, emotional, and physical needs of each student) Maintain positive, fair, and unbiased student behavior policies that emphasize relationship reconciliation and behavioral change Work with Special Education Teacher and English Learner Teacher to plan for and support all learners needs Use student performance and placement data, as well as school culture data, to promote greater inclusiveness, caring, equity, and closure of opportunity gaps Serve as a member of the Student Support Team (SST) and implement a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) to meet the needs of all children, including special populations Family Engagement Maintain open, welcoming, and ongoing communication with families regarding student progress that values inclusiveness and builds trust Provide routine, two-way communication with families about school activities and culture, student performance and development, and school initiatives Build and sustain positive, collaborative, and productive relationships with families to ensure student success Engage parents and families in meaningful, reciprocal, and mutually beneficial ways to promote each students social, emotional, and academic development Participate in parent conferences and school-wide events and contributes to the broader school community Physical Education Teacher Requirements: Bachelors degree or a Masters degree in Health Education or Curriculum and Instruction At least two years of combined experience as a teacher preferred Teaching license is preferred, but not required Deep experience and knowledge of learning standards and student-centered curriculum An energetic, flexible, creative, innovative individual who can develop strengths-based, student-centered support plans that support learning for students of various abilities, including those with various identified exceptionalities Ability to excel as a member of a multidisciplinary team and an instructional team Ability to work in a multicultural, multilingual environment Ability to collaborate and teach through a lens of diversity, equity, justice, and inclusion Strong communication skills (both oral and written) The ideal candidate is highly knowledgeable in the following: Effective bilingual and language acquisition strategies Research-based, tiered instructional strategies Culturally Sustaining Pedagogy Anti-racist beliefs and practices Responsive Classroom/Restorative Justice/Conscious Discipline Readers and Writers Workshop & Play-Based Centers Compensation Salary for this position is competitive and ranges from $60K to $80K. Additionally, Global Citizens PCS offers a comprehensive benefits package. We are Deeply Committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Global Citizens PCS is an equal opportunity employer and an organization that values diversity. We strongly encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply. It is our policy to ensure that all individuals with whom we are in contact with are not discriminated against on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, disability, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, military status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, parenthood, or any other personal or professional status. How to Apply If you are interested in applying for this position, please click Apply for This Job on the top right. Well review applications as we receive them until the position is filled. If you have any questions, please contact us at careers@globalcitizensschool.org. Global Citizens PCS is committed to building a team that reflects the varied backgrounds and experiences of the students we seek to serve. It is important to us that you use your application materials to clearly delineate ways in which your background and experience align with Global Citizens PCSs core values and key pillars.

Keywords: Global Citizens Public Charter School, Potomac , SY 2026-2027: Elementary School Health & Physical Education Teacher, Education / Teaching , Washington, Maryland