Elementary Physical Education Teacher; Leave Replacement

Overview

Compass Charter School is a safe and nurturing educational environment that honors the individuality of each learner. By engaging in a process of inquiry, our graduates will be equipped with the necessary skills to lead fulfilling personal and professional lives, including a developed sense of self, the ability to think in innovative and flexible ways, and the inspiration to make a positive impact on their community.

Elementary Physical Education Teacher
Leave Replacement
February–May 2026

Compass Charter School is an inquiry-based, progressive elementary school that opened in the fall of 2014 in Fort Greene, Brooklyn. We are committed to providing an experiential and democratic elementary experience to all children, with intentional access for children who typically do not get access to progressive education (children with special needs, children from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, and English language learners).

Our Integrated Curriculum centers sustainability in all forms: environmental, racial, and economic justice. Our staff works interdependently in collaborative teams and engages in professional inquiry (instructional coaching, reflection, restorative and trauma-informed practices). Compass enrolls approximately 350 students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade.

Compass Charter School is seeking reflective physical education instructors who are driven to provide a joyful, rigorous, and justice-oriented educational experience to all children. Compass Physical Education Instructors are highly reflective, collaborative, curious, and bring joy and knowledge of physical education to their work with students and colleagues. Physical Education Instructors lead physical education classes for students in grades K-5 and collaborate with Classroom Co-Teachers to ensure Classroom Co-Teachers are able to implement skills and activities into their practice.

Physical Education Instructors also support the development of the physical education program at Compass, including community-wide events, activities, and programming for students and families.

At full expansion, Physical Education Instructors will lead two sessions with each K-5 class each week, for a total of 24 sessions per week. During the early phases of the program, Physical Education Instructors will lead one to two sessions per week with up to 12 classes, for a total of 12-18 sessions per week. The final number of sessions and schedule will be based on school schedule, implementation timeline, hiring, and budget.

• Bachelor's Degree;
  Master’s Degree preferred
• 2 or more years of relevant teaching experience preferred
• New York State Teacher Certification (or in progress of obtaining certification)
• Educational philosophy aligns with the mission and vision of Compass
• Reflective practitioner in a state of constant professional growth and a willingness to share their craft with others
• Commitment to integrating sustainability and the arts into core curricular subjects
• Knowledge of the school neighborhood
• Experience working with children with special needs in an Integrated Co-teaching classroom preferred
• Experience planning and teaching physical education classes to elementary students
• Commitment to and knowledge of experiential and inquiry-based teaching and learning
• Commitment to diverse learning environments
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Experience collaborating with children, families, colleagues, and administrators

• At full expansion, lead physical education classes for all K-5 classes
• For the 25-26 school year, lead one or two physical education sessions for each K-5 class for a total of 18 PE sessions a week and planning time. Final decision based on budget and school schedule.
• Work cooperatively with other physical education instructors, Classroom Co-Teachers, and School Leaders to design, plan, and implement a balanced physical education program that aligns to the mission and vision of the school and state standards in physical education
• Teach content and skills in physical fitness, health education, rhythms and dance, and…