Lower School Physical Education Teacher

Job DetailsJob Location: Potomac, MD 20854Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeJob Category: Instructional FacultyBullis School seeks an energetic and student-centered Lower School Physical Education Teacher to contribute to our vibrant learning community for the 2026-27 academic year. The successful candidate will inspire a love of movement, foster teamwork and sportsmanship, and support the development of healthy, active lifestyles in our youngest learners. As an integral member of both our Lower School faculty and athletic program,  this position includes coaching responsibilities for three athletic seasons during the academic year. This is a full-time, 10-month position reporting to the Head of Lower School in collaboration with the Director of Athletics. 

About Lower School PE  Lower School physical education at Bullis plays a vital role in supporting the whole child. Through purposeful play, skill progression, and collaborative activities, students build confidence, resilience, and physical literacy. Our program develops fundamental, developmentally appropriate motor skills through an engaging curriculum aligned with SHAPE Standards. K–5 classes are co-taught by two physical education teachers, fostering collaboration, differentiated instruction, and an inclusive learning environment. Lower School faculty are committed to ongoing professional growth and innovative, student-centered teaching practices that support a diverse community of learners.

Working at Bullis means being a part of a collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and development.  We offer competitive salaries and generous benefits that make it an ideal place to build a thriving career.

If you are passionate about education and want to make a difference in the lives of young individuals, we want to hear from you!
Duties & QualificationsEssential Functions

Teach physical education to all Lower School students based on the course meeting schedule
Design and develop curriculum content in physical education
Engage students in a curriculum that develops sportsmanship, teamwork, and promotes a healthy lifestyle. 
Develop lesson plans and supplementary materials compatible with the basic instructional philosophy
Evaluate student performance by entering grades and comments in a timely manner
Committed to staying up to date on current pedagogical practices and field-related trends
Communicate with parents, school counselors, and administrators on students’ progress, as needed and appropriate.
Design and implement assessments that measure progress toward academic standards and provide timely feedback to students
Ability to use the student learning management system to provide timely feedback, grades, and assignments to students
Collaborate with grade-level and interdisciplinary teams
Extra duties include carpool, recess, lunch, and hallway monitor
Attend divisional and departmental meetings

Other Duties

Coach 3 athletic seasons during the academic year
Other tasks as assigned by the Head of Lower School and Director of Athletics 
Continued professional development endeavors

Qualities

An appreciation and respect for elementary-aged students as learners and people, through challenging and joyful moments alike 
Commitment and knowledge to work with, teach, and lead groups of diverse individuals in respectful, equitable, and inclusive ways
Demonstrates enthusiasm for movement education and promoting lifelong wellness
Good cheer, humor, and warmth, balanced by professionalism and sound judgment
Detail-oriented, with the capacity to effectively and efficiently manage multiple tasks and demands on attention

Education and Experience

Required:

Bachelor’s Degree in physical education or a related field
Minimum of two years of prior teaching experience 

Preferred:

Master’s Degree in physical education or a related field
Teaching certificates 
Experience with Responsive Classroom

Compensation and benefits are competitive, with an anticipated salary range of $65,000 to $95,000.

Benefits include:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employer-provided basic life insurance
Employer-provided short-term and long-term disability
401(k) employer match and safe harbor contribution, up to 7% of annual compensation