How to become a PE Teacher

How to become a PE Teacher What do they do?  When it comes to your education, sometimes you need to get physical… PE Teachers are responsible for leading physical education lessons, teaching children about the fundamentals of fitness, as well as putting the rules of a range of different sports into practice.Most commonly, they can be found working in secondary schools. However, PE teachers can also work in primary schools, in colleges, or lead dedicated afterschool activities. Additionally, some PE teachers may take on teaching duties for other subjects as part of their full-time position.Typical duties for a PE Teacher could include:Preparing lesson plansAssessing ability levels, and tailoring activitiesMotivating and encouraging studentsTeaching about the principles of fitness, and game rules/theoryMarking work and grading examsDiscussing pupils progress with parents and carersOrganising games and events (both internally, and with other schools)Is it right for me?To become a PE Teacher, you’ll need a go od level of physical fitness â€" not to mention an active interest in sport.Additionally, perhaps more than any other teaching positon, excellent motivation skills are an absolute necessity. Some students might have the potential to excel in certain sports, but without the right level of self-belief and encouragement, they may never realise their true potential.Being able to confidently pull off the shorts look all-year-round may also help, but is not necessarily essential…Key skills for a PE Teacher include:Excellent communication skillsOrganisational skillsEmpathyThe ability to spot potentialPatience and tactTrustworthiness and reliabilityCareer Progression Teaching AssistantUp to £20,000 PE TeacherUp to £30,000 Head of DepartmentUp to £40,000What's it really like? I pretty much live and breathe sport, so after going to University to do a Sport Science degree, becoming a PE Teacher just seemed like the perfect career move for me. The best part of the job is that I generally get to spend my time out in the open, helping kids develop a real passion for sport. For some young people, it can be completely life-changing, helping them find something they’re good at and gain acceptance amongst their peers. It isn’t always easy, and not everyone will share your enthusiasm (especially when it’s raining and horrible out), but the positives definitely outweigh the negatives. Especially when it’s rugby season… Get qualifiedTo become a PE Teacher, you’ll need to start Initial Teacher Training (ITT), either through university-led training (e.g. undergraduate or postgraduate award), or through school-led work-based training (i.e. working in a school whilst studying for your PGCE). After ITT, you may gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).