Middle School PE Assistant Teacher (Immediate Hire)

Middle School PE Assistant Teacher Job Description

ABOUT US

Arts in Action Community Middle School opened in Fall 2016 and serves grades 6-8 students. We believe that all students deserve access to the arts. We believe that instruction should be culturally relevant, inclusive and meet the diverse needs of all learners. We believe social justice is integral to education and aim to teach students how to advocate for themselves, our community, and the world.

For more information on the school's mission and vision, please see www.artsinactioncharter.org.

OUR MISSION: To empower, prepare, and inspire students in Los Angeles to achieve their highest potential and become active citizens who work toward building a more just, humane, and sustainable world by providing a democratic arts-enriched and nurturing school environment.

JOB DESCRIPTION: Searching for a collaborative and ready to learn candidate who has prior experience working with students (ideally prior middle school experience) and experience coaching or participating in sports. This position includes during the school day responsibilities (helping to lead the Physical Education program with the PE teacher) and after-school PE responsibilities. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Co-lead daily PE lessons, drills, and skill-building activities for middle school students
• Support with the planning and implementation of a comprehensive, standards-aligned physical education program
• Promote physical fitness, teamwork, sportsmanship, and inclusive participation
• Assist in organizing fitness assessments and tracking student progress
• Support classroom management and ensure safe, structured learning environments during PE classes
• Set up and break down equipment for daily instruction and special events
• Monitor student safety and respond appropriately to injuries or behavioral concerns
• Collaborate with school staff to align PE programming with overall student wellness goals
• Assist with school-wide fitness events, tournaments, and spirit activities
• Support and help lead after-school sports and PE programming

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree
• Highly Preferred: At least one year of experience working with students in grades 6th-8th (or similar age levels)
• Ability to adapt to program requirements and needs
• Driver’s License
• Highly Preferred: Comfort driving students to and from sports events (using school transportation)
• Preferred: Bilingual in English and Spanish

WAGE AND BENEFITS: This is a part-time, 10-month hourly position for the academic year with the option of summer work. The wage rate is: PE Assistant Teacher: $21.00-$28.00 per hour. Compensation is based on prior experience, relevant certifications and educational units. 

Schools in Action is non-sectarian in its programs, admissions

policies, employment practices, and all other operations shall not charge tuition and shall

not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, disability,

religion or sexual orientation, either actual or perceived.