Physical Education Aide - Middle School

Equitas Academy prepares students for college, careers, and life pursuits, and inspires them to be champions of equity.

The Physical Education (P.E.) Aide supports the P.E. teacher in delivering a safe, engaging, and inclusive physical education program for middle school students. This role involves assisting with supervision of activities, supporting student participation, and promoting a positive learning environment that fosters physical fitness, sportsmanship, and teamwork.

• Supervise students during physical activities, ensuring safety and positive behavior at all times.

• Execute P.E. lesson plans under the direction of the P.E. Teacher.

• Assist the P.E. teacher with the setup and cleanup of equipment and instructional materials for daily activities.

• Monitor students’ participation, encourage effort, and provide appropriate feedback.

• Support students with special needs or accommodations to ensure full participation.

• Promote respectful interactions and good sportsmanship among students.

• Support with attendance, minor first aid, and documentation as directed by the teacher.

• Actively participate in professional development aimed at refining both school culture and academics

• Maintain high behavioral and academic expectations for students

• Enforce Equitas Academy’s positive discipline policies

• Work with and assist teachers during the school day with instruction, oversight, and supervision of students

• Follow policies and procedures for health, safety, and nutrition

• Maintain open lines of communication with staff, parents, and other stakeholders

• Perform other duties as assigned by the P.E. teacher or school administration.

 

• BA degree preferred, AA degree required

• 30 Day Emergency Sub Permit preferred

• Criminal clearance, including fingerprints and TB Test

• Previous experience working with and supervising children

• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

• Current CPR and 1st Aid Certificate within 3 months of employment.

 

Salary: Starting at $20/hour. This is a full-time, hourly position with benefits.

Equitas Academy is actively seeking to build a diverse and experienced team of educators.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.  We are an equal opportunity employer.

If you're still wondering if you should apply, we encourage you to take a chance, bring your questions, and learn more about us and the role throughout the interview process. If you're wondering if you've got what it takes to be a successful Instructional Aide, we’ll let you in on a secret: there’s no such thing as a "perfect" candidate. Equitas is a place where we believe in people and their potential and we support individual growth. So, whatever is on your mind, we hope you will give us, and yourself, a chance and submit an application!