Physical Education Teacher/Middle School Athletics Assistant

Job Summary

Responsibilities

• Serving as the primary PE teacher, which requires teaching PE Classes to sixth through tenth grade.
• Providing all aspects of the PE curriculum and program planning.
• Fostering a classroom environment that promotes and develops an understanding of the relationship of healthy body/mental/emotional function and exercise.
• Creating a learning experience that motivates each student to cultivate physical fitness and appropriate social and emotional adjustment.
• Discovering and developing talents of students in physical achievement that develops strength, skill agility, poise, and coordination in accordance with each student’s ability.
• Communicating effectively with Athletic Director.
• Coaching one sport per season as needed.
• Working as a team with other teachers in the department, including sharing space & equipment.
• Participating in gym, fitness center and locker room supervision.
• Committing to professional growth to enhance student learning.
• Actively committing to enhancing a school community through involvement on committees and student life activities.
• Effectively and consistently communicating and interacting with students, parents, staff, and community.
• Providing an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of young women.
• Maintaining appropriate records and follows required procedures and practices. 
• Integrating the use and care of equipment, materials, and facilities. 
• Assisting with all aspects of the middle school athletic program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree - M.A. or M.S. in Education or Teaching with teaching experience in various levels of secondary education 6-12.
• Master’s Degree preferred.
• MSDE certification preferred.
• Ability to connect the curriculum to real-world scenarios and student background knowledge.
• Coaching experience.
• Commitment to embrace the school’s mission and values.
• Genuine enthusiasm, personal warmth and passion for teaching and inspiring a love of learning.
• Willingness to work collaboratively with administration, faculty, and parents.
• Experience using a variety of pedagogical strategies.
• Enjoys working collaboratively to develop and plan curricula.
• Proven experience engaging students in class experiences that foster critical thinking, communication, collaboration and creativity.