Physical Education and Wellness Teacher - 2026/2027 School Year (Woodlawn Middle School)

About the Campus:

The Woodlawn Campus of the University of Chicago Charter School (UCW) opened in September 2006. It has a three-part mission: 1) to assist students in developing the habits of mind, work, and heart to be successful in college and good citizens of their community; 2) to contribute to the community through student research, service, and leadership; and 3) to improve teaching and learning by serving as a site of professional development for teachers and school leaders. Woodlawn Middle School educates students in grades 6 - 8.

Position Summary:

This position will deliver ambitious physical education and wellness instruction that not only incorporates evidence-based analysis of practice in order to ensure that all students can achieve at high levels, but also provides a stimulating, challenging, and productive learning environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implement a physical education program designed to support students in developing their physical skills, fostering teamwork, and encouraging a lifelong appreciation for health and fitness.

• Build a classroom culture grounded in the habits of mind, work, and heart by maintaining high expectations, fostering student ownership, and creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.

• Use student achievement data, formative assessments, and evidence-based instructional practices to plan differentiated lessons, monitor progress, and accelerate growth for diverse learners.

• Engage in continuous professional growth by collaborating with colleagues, participating in coaching cycles, and contributing to the campus as a professional development site for teachers and school leaders.

• Other duties as assigned

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License with appropriate endorsement
• At least 2 years of urban teaching experience
• Previous experience working with children from culturally diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proven program planning and development experience
• Reflective and receptive to providing and receiving professional feedback and coaching.
• Commitment to the success and achievement of all students.
• Proven commitment to curriculum and assessment planning and professional development.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with administrators, staff, students, parents, and community partners.
• Ability to communicate clearly with multiple stakeholders.

Position Competencies:

• Collaborative, collegial, goal-oriented, mission-driven, accountable, responsible, self-managed, and self-motivated

Salary Range: $55,000 - $70,000

The included pay rate or range represents the University of Chicago Charter School''s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting. The salary will be commensurate of years of teaching experience and education.

Benefits

UChicago Charter School offers a wide range of benefits programs for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits guide.

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