2026-27 Elementary School Physical Education Teacher

About Us

Brilla Schools a growing K-8 network in the Bronx serves over 2000 students with plans to expand to educate 3000 across four elementary and four middle schools. Managed by Seton Education Partners Brilla Schools are dedicated to forming students of strong wisdom and virtue. Our classically inspired approach to education combines a content-rich curriculum inquiry-driven learning and a focus on virtues while providing individualized support to meet each childs unique needs. A national leader in character education and supporting students with varying needs over the past two years Brilla alumni have secured spots in the most prestigious high schools in the tri-state area earning over $3 million in scholarships and financial aid. Our staff are mission-aligned change-makers who believe in fostering a joyful rigorous learning environment and Brilla offers some of the most competitive salaries in the market to honor their dedication. With high expectations and a supportive community were preparing students to excel in high school college and beyond.

Position Overview
The primary responsibility of an elementary fine and applied arts teacher is to cultivate and lead a learning environment where every child feels safe and confident to strive for and meet Brillas ambitious targets. The Brilla art teacher combines a deep mastery of and love for art with the ability to actively engage all students in grades kindergarten through fourth with classical content. The fine and applied arts teacher believes that all students can develop skills while growing in appreciation for the transcendentals of Goodness Truth and Beauty inherent in the arts. This position requires a positive flexible solutions-oriented organized and innovative educator who aims to bring a world-class art program to students in our neighborhoods in the Bronx. Brilla teachers must have a deep passion for student-engaged learning a desire to accept implement and seek feedback and a proven ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks and responsibilities while inspiring outstanding achievement in children in a fun and collaborative work environment.

Core Competencies & Responsibilities

• Holistic Development of Scholars: Foster an inviting growth-oriented classroom environment for academic and character formation supporting holistic student growth
• Curriculum and Instruction: Plan lessons that are classically inspired inquiry-based rigorous and aligned with the scope and sequence and relevant standards; Implement innovative teaching strategies that inspire curiosity and resonate with diverse learners
• Quarterly Showcase: Plan and execute quarterly school-wide showcase that exhibits the artistic achievements of all students K-4
• Promotion of Critical Thinking: Cultivate higher-order thinking skills in students enhancing their abilities to analyze create synthesize and evaluateData-Driven Instruction: Utilize relevant student data to strengthen student achievement and growth through targeted interventions and personalized instruction
• Relationship Building for Success: Develop strong student and family connections fostering a passion for learning and exceptional success
• Collaborative Engagement & Continuous Improvement: Foster productive relationships with colleagues parents and the community while engaging in ongoing collaborative professional development reflecting on student achievement and efficiently managing time for impactful teaching and learning
• Intellectual Preparation: Engage in weekly collaborative planning and professional development with other Physical Education teachers Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• An unwavering confident and enthusiastic commitment to the educational mission of the Brilla Schools Network in service to the school community
• A relentless dedication to providing all students with an academically robust inspiring and joyful learning experience
• Bachelors Degree or higher from an accredited institution preferably within the content area
• Excellent spoken and written communication skills
• Possession of current teaching certification as an elementary school teacher (preferred)
• Relevant urban elementary teaching experience with demonstrated student results (preferred)
• Special Education credential and experience (highly preferred)
• Spanish language proficiency (preferred)

Benefits

At Brilla Schools we celebrate the unique skills experiences and passions that each staff member brings to our mission. To support their work we offer a thoughtfully designed benefits package to provide competitive and adaptable coverage. We are committed to offering a benefits portfolio that supports the holistic health and wellness of our team members including:

Comprehensive Professional Development: More than 225 hours annually featuring two weeks of onboarding coaching and targeted training sessions to ensure staff excel in their roles and flourish.

Community and Culture: An intentionally joyful workplace with over 30 bonding events each year fostering connection and collaboration among staff and families in the Bronx.

Flexible Health Coverage: A full suite of medical dental and vision plans designed to support diverse needs utilizing Cigna and Anthem provider networks.

Competitive Compensation: A salary range of $71020 - $119000 with pay varying within this range based on job-related knowledge skills and experience.

Retirement Plans: A 403(b) plan and 401(k) retirement options with matching contributions helping you secure your financial future while you grow with us.

Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off a DOE-aligned school calendar and wellness resources to support personal renewal and sustained excellence.

At Brilla your dedication fuels our mission and were here to invest in your growth well-being and successfrom recruitment to retirement!

Please note: The above is based on the 2025-2026 plan year. You can find more information here.

Brilla Schools is an equal opportunity employer. Brilla Schools provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees.

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