First Baptist Academy, serving students from infants through eighth grade, is seeking a physical education teacher to support the development of foundational physical skills and healthy habits in students. This teacher will play a key role in helping students build coordination, confidence, teamwork, and a positive attitude toward physical activity through engaging and age-appropriate instruction. FBA teachers exemplify characteristics of professional excellence in alignment with the school’s vision, mission, core values, and strategic goals. This position reports to the athletic director.

This position also includes coaching middle school sports as needed per season. Girls sports include cross country, volleyball, cheer, basketball, soccer, swimming, track and field and golf. Boys sports include cross country, football, basketball, soccer, swimming, track and field and golf.

MISSION STATEMENT

Our mission is to equip students with the Truth of God’s Word while developing their character, intellect and potential to Explore, Create, Challenge and Lead.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Creative Empowerment – Create a safe and engaging learning environment that promotes movement confidence, teamwork and character growth through physical education.

• Design and implement developmentally appropriate PE curriculum that builds motor skills, fitness and game understanding
• Teach and model fundamental movement skills and promote lifelong physical activity
• Develop and implement lessons that enhance foundational movement skills (locomotor, non-locomotor, object control)
• Design activities that build coordination, agility, sportsmanship and confidence across all grade levels
• Encourage lifelong physical activity through fitness education and positive reinforcement

Comprehensive Personalization – Provide diverse learning opportunities tailored to students’ age, skill level and developmental needs.

• Use assessment and observation to provide differentiated instruction for varying ability levels
• Utilize data to track student growth and adjust instruction accordingly
• Integrate technology when appropriate (e.g. movement analysis, student self-assessment)

Promote sportsmanship, teamwork and Christlike character as integral parts of PE lessons

Collective Collaboration – Engage in team efforts with fellow coaches, teachers and school leaders to strengthen the Physical Education and Athletics programs.

• Collaborate with classroom teachers to support student learning and wellness
• Work with the Athletics Department to align lessons with athletic development goals
• Communicate student progress with parents, teachers and administration
• Participate in faculty meetings and school-wide initiatives

Supportive Guidance – Encourage students to recognize their physical gifts and use them to serve others and glorify God.

• Foster a positive environment that promotes sportsmanship, teamwork and character development
• Model Christ-centered leadership on and off the field
• Coach middle school athletic teams as needed
• Ensure student safety through active supervision, proper equipment use and enforcement of safety protocols
• Engage actively in student life and school community

Continuous Professional Growth – Pursue ongoing development in physical education, coaching and instructional best practices.

• Stay current on PE trends, athletic conditioning techniques and instructional strategies
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, performance and grades
• Adhere to the Faculty and Staff Handbook
• Pursue professional development opportunities in physical education and coaching

• Faithful Integrity – Model Biblical values, principles and desired behaviors while demonstrating a desire to work in a Christian environment
• Moral and Ethical Standards – Uphold high moral and ethical standards within the classroom and greater school community
• Servant Heart – Demonstrate humility, servant leadership and a willingness to serve others in a Christ-like manner
• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Kinesiology, Motor Learning or related field
• TEA Certification in Physical Education EC–8
• Strong understanding of age-appropriate motor development and skill progression
• Effective classroom and behavior management grounded in encouragement and engagement
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with students, families and staff
• Commitment to integrating faith into teaching and coaching practices
• CDL preferred or willingness to obtain
• Coaching experience in middle school athletics preferred

  Background Check Statement:

  FBA conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

  First Baptist Academy is a Christian school dedicated to the development of moral character, the enrichment of spiritual lives, and the perpetuation of growth in Christian ideals in an environment that is academically rigorous -  enriched with the truth of scripture and a relevant Biblical Worldview.  

  It is the policy of First Baptist Academy not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law except those exclusions specifically provided to Religious Organizations.

About First Baptist Academy

First Baptist Academy (FBA), is a private college preparatory school in the Galleria area of Houston, TX for students from early childhood through eighth grade . First Baptist Academy was founded in 1998 and is an independently governed ministry of Houston’s First Baptist Church. Current student enrollment is approximately 500 students EE through 8th grade. FBA maintains accreditations through ISAS, AdvancEd (SACS), ACTABS, and is located in the heart of the thriving City of Houston. Our mission is to equip students with the Truth of God’s Word while developing their character, intellect, and potential to Explore, Create, Challenge, and Lead. First Baptist Academy is a Christian school dedicated to the development of moral character, the enrichment of spiritual lives, and the perpetuation of growth in Christian ideals in an environment that is academically rigorous-enriched with the truth of scripture and a relevant Biblical Worldview. It is the policy of First Baptist Academy not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law ...except those exclusions specifically provided to Religious Organizations. FBA conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

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