Job Description 1.0 FTE Middle School PE & Health PositionESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:To teach physical education and health to students grades 6-8 and create a well-rounded, comprehensive instructional program. Course load will also include assisting with one, small mid-level grade math class, and may include teaching one elective focused around teacher expertise and interests. •Model and teach respect with an awareness of diversity. •Effectively work with and respond to people from diverse cultures or backgrounds.•Establish clear objectives and create long- and short-range plans for instruction to meet needs, abilities and interests of students.•Develop and carry out clear, organized lessons and learning activities suitable for students’ developmental levels and aligned with instructional objectives.•Vary and pace classroom strategies to accommodate different learning styles, actively involve students and maximize student engagement in meaningful learning.•Diagnose the instructional needs of all students and devise appropriate learning activities for each student.•Use current body of knowledge in cultural diversity issues in teaching and curriculum development to design and adapt individual/group academic and behavior/social programs in all school settings.•Implement school and state curriculum standards and ensure that instructional activities are clearly related to school/state curriculum standards.•Assure that every student has ample opportunity to demonstrate proficiency with school and state standards.•Use a variety of approaches to assess, record and provide feedback promptly and often to students on their progress and assignments.•Participate in development and implementation of individual student plans (e.g., IEP, 504).•Assume responsibility for adapting and modifying classroom instruction for students identified as needing specialized instruction.•Work effectively and collaboratively with diverse student, staff and community populations.•Work collaboratively with school personnel in meeting diverse social and academic needs of students.•Establish and maintain open lines of communication with all students and with parents/guardians concerning both academic and behavioral progress of students.•Assist school staff and administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student conduct, reinforce individual school’s plan for positive behavior support, develop reasonable rules for classroom behavior and utilize effective, proactive behavior management skills in all school settings.•Maintain accurate, complete and confidential records as required by law, school policy and administrative regulations.•Assume responsibility for assigned duties, e.g., hall, lunchroom duty.•Utilize technology as related to job responsibilities.•Reflect upon own teaching performance and accept and utilize supervisory suggestions and feedback.•Take primary responsibility for pursuing and evaluating own professional growth.•Attend and participate in staff meetings and district in-service meetings.•Participate in activities that are related to school functions and/or the education process that occur outside the regular workday, in accordance with the contracted agreement.•Perform other duties as assigned. GENERAL PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:•Perform duties in a courteous and efficient manner that builds the confidence of staff, students and the public.•Maintain regular attendance at work and work activities, and be punctual in meeting deadlines, attending meetings, and following schedule.•Observe laws, school policies and procedures, and professional standards for this position.•Work effectively and collaboratively with diverse student, parent and community populations.•Carry out work responsibilities with strong organizational skills, effectively under pressure of deadlines, difficult situations, interruptions, and new or emergency conditions.•Respect confidential information and the privacy of students, staff and parents.•Collect, record, store, retrieve, assimilate, organize and utilize information and records electronically and by using traditional methods. •Develop job skills necessary to meet changes in the position.•Maintain personal appearance and hygiene appropriate to the position as defined by the school.•Meet applicable school physical ability/health and safety guidelines for the position. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.•Valid Oregon teacher’s license with Health and Physical Education endorsements, OR be able to secure both endorsements. Some financial assistance would be provided.•Understanding of human growth and development patterns, learning theory and brain research.•Content knowledge in subject areas taught.•Familiarity with a variety of age appropriate instructional, assessment and classroom management strategies that reflect current research on best practices.•Familiarity with state standards and curriculum frameworks for high school levels.•Knowledge and experience with differentiated instruction.•Effective oral and written communication skills.•Knowledge of state and federal education laws and of student and staff rights.•Ability to exhibit professionalism and effective human relations.•Ability to effectively manage and supervise students and their work.•Standard First Aid certification•Citizenship, residency or work visa requiredEVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated bi-annually in accordance with provisions of the School Board’s policy on evaluation of members of the Luckiamute Valley Charter Schools. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. •Frequent or prolonged standing, walking and sitting.•Possibly moderate to high noise level.•Frequent and prolonged talking/listening in conversations/meetings.•Requires accurate perceiving of sound, near and far vision, depth perception.•Requires handling and working with variety of materials and objects.•Work may occasionally involve lifting/carrying objects weighing 15-25 pounds.•Possible exposure to bodily fluids due to student injury or illness.•Exposure to a variety of chemicals comprising instructional and art supplies and materials.WORKING CONDITIONS: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.•This position is primarily performed outside of school buildings, although some indoor instruction and supervision may be required.•This position involves working in close proximity to groups of students and adults.•Evening and/or extended work hours may be required.•Due to the nature of our small school, (55-80 students) you may be required to assist with small group math instruction, and an elective of your choice.Application Requirements:•Please send a cover letter withoResumeoThree letters of recommendationoCopy of Licensure (or a description of where you are in the process of acquiring one.)oCollege transcripts will be required upon job offers.Please email documents to Daniel Shimek d.shimek@lvcs.k12.or.us or mail items to:Luckiamute Valley Charter Schools17475 Bridgeport RdDallas, OR 97338LVCS provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment according to Oregon Revised Statutes. Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans may obtain preference by submitting as verification of eligibility of copy of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) and/or the most recent annual letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs confirming veteran status.LVCS recognizes the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups and their roles in society. It is the policy of LVCS Board of Education that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups on the grounds of age, color, creed, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation in any educational programs, activities or employment.JOIN OUR LVCS TEAM!