Outline of the state of Washington
Washington
Recommended

Physical Education Teacher Qualifications

Physical Education Teacher Qualifications

State law recommends newly hired staff who teach PE be certified, licensed, or endorsed by the state in PE.

Health and Physical Education Standard

To effectively implement Standard-based health and physical education instruction, schools will need:

  • Engaging, youth-focused, and active teaching strategies.
  • Policies and procedures that align with the Standard.
  • Endorsed, certified staff to provide instruction.
Policy Type
Standard
Source
Washington State K–12 Learning Standard for Health and Physical Education

RCW 28A.210.365

It is the goal of Washington state to ensure that: (4) By 2010, all student health and fitness instruction shall be conducted by appropriately certified instructors

Policy Type
Statute
Source
Revised Code of Washington