I would like to become a P.E. teacher! How could I do this what courses do I need to take.....?

Question

I cant really go to Uni full time are there other ways of becoming a P.E. Teacher in th U.K only thanks

Answer 1

Physical Education Teacher Defined

A physical education teacher oversees classes designed to provide an athletic component to the school day. Most schools have a minimum standard for what students need to learn in areas of health and fitness, so most gym teachers incorporate a classroom component into their program. Phys. Ed. teachers are found at every level of education. Larger schools may have a whole department devoted to phys. ed. or athletics, in which a person may assume a managerial role in addition to teaching responsibilities.

Educational Requirements for Physical Education Teachers

To become a physical education teacher you must complete a 4 year degree program and achieve a Bachelor of Science degree in athletic training and physical education, or a similar degree. Within a physical education degree program, there may be various concentrations from which to choose, such as exercise science, or health promotion.

You will also need a teaching certificate for the level you want to teach, and the state where the school is located, because most gym teachers are called upon to perform other teaching duties, such as administrative tasks or teaching subjects to students, either as a substitute or as part of their overall job. It's recommended that you gain volunteer experience working with youth in a teaching capacity, not only to boost your resume when searching for work, but also to help you earn a spot in a degree program.

Coursework

Coursework in a physical education degree program may include:

Physical Education Theory

Theories of Sport Pedagogy

Team Sports

Individual Sports

General Teaching Methods

Human Development

Physical Education Classes for the Physically Impaired

Physical education isn't just about sports anymore. It's the physical education (P.E.) teacher's job to inspire and instruct students to stay fit, to challenge themselves to meet goals, and to begin a lifelong commitment to health and good fitness habits. Lean more about the educational requirements for P.E. teachers here.  

Answer 2

all routes into teaching set out at

www.tda.gov.uk/Recruit.aspx

Answer 3

You do need to do a degree, but you can study part time. Have a look at the UCAS site.

Answer 4

You could take a P.E degree, then go to a school and ask if they need any more P.E staff, or ask them if they could train you? i don't really know