Red Bridge Description Red Bridge is an independent K-8 school that opened in September 2020 in San Francisco. Red Bridge was founded as a demonstration school for a new model of education designed to foster a sense of agency in students as opposed to traditional schools that are designed to reinforce compliance. Student ownership is built into every system and structure of the school, so that students gradually take on more responsibility for their learning. This puts every student on the path to becoming a lifelong learner – so that no matter what the future looks like, they can adapt and flourish.
Red Bridge strives to have a student body that reflects the diversity of our community in San Francisco. Our mission, location, and individualized tuition model all support this goal. We believe that a diverse learning community is a necessary part of a high-quality education. We aim to have a faculty that reflects this diversity as well. Candidates from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
Teachers at Red Bridge are models of lifelong learning: collaborating to design meaningful learning experiences for students, closely observing children’s development and needs, and creating and reflecting on innovative routines and systems. Red Bridge currently serves 54 students in the equivalent of Kindergarten – Sixth Grade. We will continue to grow and age up with our student body until we are a full K-8 school.
Position Overview Red Bridge is looking for a Physical Education teacher who is experienced in leading elementary and middle school-age children in physical activity, developing their coordination, strength, and collaboration skills. Red Bridge’s aim is to instill healthy habits in students through daily physical activity and inner wellness practices.
The P.E. Teacher would be responsible for developing Red Bridge’s Healthy Habits curriculum, including a scope & sequence. The P.E. Teacher would also be responsible for carrying out instruction to groups of students across K-8. Other responsibilities would include supervision of students during Red Bridge’s Extended Day program and team sports coordination. This role is for someone who can bring the joy of movement and wellness to our students, and someone who is highly capable in their time management skills. This can be a part-time or full-time role. In the 2025-2026 school year, this role will involve working with students ages 5-12 in groups of 15-20 students.
Qualifications
Experience Ideal candidates will have:
a minimum of five years of experience in a related position
experience working with students with diverse needs and from diverse backgrounds
excellent classroom management skills
a specialty in one or more areas of physical activity
a passion for physical health, nutrition, and well-being
experience with mental wellness practices (such as yoga, meditation) is a plus
Mindset Ideal candidates will believe:
in high expectations for all students, and have the ability to recognize excellence
that collaboration yields better results
that the role of the teacher is not to get students to listen but to get students to think
that thoughtful feedback is welcome and helpful for personal development
Work Habits Ideal candidates will consistently:
address issues proactively
take on a variety of tasks flexibly, as necessitated in the school’s early years
plan lessons intentionally to engage students in learning through conversation and discovery
demonstrate authentic enthusiasm for intellectual inquiry
model lifelong learning
work to create a culture of belonging for students, teachers, and colleagues
Red Bridge is an independent K-8 school that opened in September 2020 in San Francisco. Red Bridge was founded as a demonstration school for a new model of education designed to foster a sense of agency in every student as the foundation for academic and life success. Student ownership is built into every system and structure of the school, so that students gradually take on more responsibility for their learning. This puts every student on the path to becoming a lifelong learner – so that no matter what the future looks like, they have the capacity to adapt and flourish.