Job Title: Physical Education Instructor Department: School
Job Category: Faculty Full-time
FLSA Status: Exempt Salaried
Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Occasional evening and/or weekend work; some travel may be required)
Reports to: School Principal (Chief Academic Officer)/ Early Childhood Director
Salary Range: $48,077.00 to $51,923.00 /per year
Job Summary: The teacher is responsible for developing lesson plans and delivering group and individual student
instruction within established curriculum guidelines; collaborating with other teachers, other
professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom issues; and
responding to a wide range of inquiries from students' parents or guardians regarding instructional
program and student progress. Additionally, the position requires the teacher to maintain a class
environment advantageous to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with students
while maintaining proper classroom management.
Education and/or Experience Bachelor's degree or higher Teacher Certification (preferred) Duties/Responsibilities: Administers and develops subject specific assessments for the purpose of assessing student competency levels and/or developing individual learning plans. Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of communicating expectations; students' achievements; developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment. Assesses student progress towards learning targets, objectives, expectations, and/or goals for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents and administration. Collaborates with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents and a variety of community resources for the purpose of improving the overall quality of student outcomes, achieving established classroom objectives in support of the school improvement plan. Demonstrates and differentiates methods required to perform classroom and/or subject specific assignments for the purpose of providing an effective program that addressing individual student requirement. Instructs students through learner centered methods that include play, hands-on and other innovative teaching practices for early childhood learners. Manages student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment. Monitors students in a variety of educational environments (e.g. classroom, cafeteria, playground, school grounds, hallways, restrooms, field trips, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment. Participates in a variety of meetings and professional development activities for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions and to improve student achievement. Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, lesson plans following scope and sequence, correspondence with parents and students, examinations and quizzes, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of documenting student progress and meeting mandated requirements. Supports other classroom teachers for the purpose of assisting them in the implementation of established curriculum and/or individual student plans. Other Functions Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective
functioning of the school.
Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
SKILLS are required to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to periodically
upgrade skills to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to
satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include applying assessment instruments; operating
standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; and preparing and
maintaining accurate records.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percent's, and/or
ratios; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions;
and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions.
Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job
include appropriate codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; age appropriate activities; lesson plan
requirements; stages of child development; and behavioral management strategies.
ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data;
and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of
circumstances; analyze data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using
standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups;
work with data of varied types and/or purposes; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Problem
solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans.
Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem
solving with equipment is moderate. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily
perform the functions of the job include: establishing and maintaining constructive relationships;
adapting to changing work priorities; maintaining confidentiality; exhibiting tact and patience; and
working flexible hours.
Work Environment and Physical Demands Extensive mobility – both indoor and outdoor while at the school and while on field trips will be required. Normal physical activity including some bending, pushing, pulling, and lifting and carrying, which may range up to 35 lbs. upon occasion.
