Primary School PE Teacher (2026 - 2027)

Wonderful College Prep Academy is a charter network in California's Central Valley committed to providing a world-class education for all students. The Academy's mission is to graduate students prepared to earn a college degree and to put them on a promising career path for life. We believe this begins with a nurturing, engaging, community-centered school environment where students develop a strong and well-rounded academic foundation. Ultimately, this will prepare generations of leaders in the Central Valley who are critical thinkers and life-long learners. 

The Academy's first school opened in Delano in 2009, serving students from across the Central Valley in grades 6-12. In 2016, we moved to our new, state-of-the-art college prep campus in Delano, and in the Fall of 2017, added an elementary school in Delano and opened a second charter school in Lost Hills. In Delano, we serve over 1,800 students in grades TK-12, while in Lost Hills, we serve over 400 students in grades TK-12. 

All students have access to technology, from hands-on-STEM learning for younger students in a fully equipped "maker's space" to one-to-one school-provided devices for all students. The Academy aims to provide every opportunity for our students that often is not found in public or charter schools, including the ability to graduate from high school with a free associate degree. Through a unique partnership with Bakersfield College, our students enroll in college classes starting in 9th grade and complete all their A-G requirements, in addition to their AS Degree requirements over the course of four years. In addition, all graduates are eligible to earn a four-year renewable college scholarship through the generous support of Lynda and Stewart Resnick. 

We seek thoughtful, inclusive, skilled communicators, and creative problem-solvers who value continuous learning and who are excited to serve our students and families. Now is the time to join a team making enduring change within the Central Valley of California and beyond! 

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• Continuously build professional knowledge in health and wellness as it relates to physical education, and frequently collaborate with the WCPA Health and Wellness department with fitness activities and campaigns.
• Supports the mission and vision of the elementary school, with an urgency to maximize every opportunity necessary to achieve ambitious student outcomes in all content areas.
• Fosters a safe, culturally responsive, and nurturing community where students love learning about physical education and health and wellness.
• Collaborate with Athletics Department and classroom teachers to plan and implement an appropriately challenging curriculum in physical education using best practices in physical education pedagogy.
• Develop, execute, and deliver innovative physical education lessons aligned with the California Physical Education Framework using researched-based best practices for grades TK -5.
• Promote physical and social-emotional development of children in individual, small group, and whole class settings.
• Differentiate lessons to accommodate students with varying needs.
• Assess students using current strategies and tools to inform instruction and giving in-the-moment feedback as well as on quarterly benchmarks.
• Communicate with grade-level teams regarding individual student needs and providing meaningful feedback to students and families.
• Demonstrate commitment to the community by communicating regularly with families and attending key community events.
• Commitment to continuous growth, actively engage in professional development opportunities and contribute to our professional learning community.
• Supervise during before/after school lunch/recess.
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in physical education or similar subject, required.
• Master's degree from an accredited college or university, preferred.
• Current California Single-Subject Teaching Credential in Physical Education required.
• Experience leading classrooms in physical education, sports, or a fitness program.

Skills and Traits:

• Commitment to our organization's mission and educational philosophy
• Entrepreneurial spirit capable of managing many complex tasks with competing priorities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, oral and written
• Proven ability to collaborate and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Self-reflective individual who solicits performance feedback and constructive criticism
• Flexible and adaptable, open to new ideas and adjusts plans to meet changing needs
• Ability to solve problems strategically and independently
• Meets professional commitments in a timely manner

Pay Range: $66,745.12 - $110,152.35. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.

Compensation: 

• Wonderful College Prep Academy offers highly competitive compensation, commensurate with experience. 
• Employees have free access to the Wonderful Wellness Center and gym. 
• For eligible employees, WCPA contributes 19% to CalSTRS. Alternatively, employees may participate in a 403(b) plan with up to 5% employer match (if not receiving CalSTRS contributions). 
• Full-time staff benefits include medical coverage, dental, vision, and life insurance at no cost to the employee

Quality of Life in the Central Valley: 

Framed by the Sierra Nevada to the east and the Coast Ranges to the west, California's Central Valley is one of the world's most productive agricultural regions and the base of The Wonderful Company's agricultural operations. This vast area enjoys a moderate climate and offers residents a high quality of life, low cost of living, and a host of diverse cultural and recreational activities. From wine tasting and hiking to rafting, fishing, skiing, and surfing -- all within a two-hour drive -- the family-friendly Central Valley has much to offer. 

Wonderful College Prep Academy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

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