Elementary Physical Education Teacher

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Summary
The physical education teacher is the primary instructional delivery for student health and wellness, fitness, and growth. The educator collaborates with school team members and provides strategies and supports for increasing student movement and fitness within the regular classroom.

Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Exhibits a comprehensive understanding of the content, discipline, and related pedagogy as demonstrated through the quality of the design and facilitation of lessons and the ability to align instruction with Iowa Physical Education Standards and 21st Century Skills.
• Demonstrates motivation and enthusiasm with a genuine passion for teaching all learners.
• Demonstrates the ability to create a student-centered classroom.
• Facilitates students' physical, cognitive, social, and emotional learning through lessons designed to sequentially develop skills appropriate to their ability and confidence levels.
• Provides engaging, fun, and effective instruction that helps build a health and wellness foundation for students.
• Teaches knowledge and skills in physical fitness using the Iowa Core Standards.
• Implements Iowa Core Standards with rigor, purpose, and planning.
• Provides maximum participation for all students; differentiates as needed to ensure all students experience success.
• Analyzes, demonstrates, and explains basic skills, knowledge, and strategies of games, rhythms, and fundamentals of body movement.
• Develops engaging and effective lesson plans and supplementary materials.
• Provides ongoing formative feedback to students.
• Demonstrates a growth mindset individually and supports this development with all students.
• Communicates in developmentally appropriate ways through a humane, sensitive approach that clearly communicates that every student, regardless of ability, can succeed and will benefit from a physically active, healthy lifestyle.
• Implements and supports school-wide programs to include PBIS, Growth Mindset, etc.
• Collaborates with school team members in providing ideas and support to increase health and wellness, movement and activity within the classroom.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to provide an orderly, productive environment in the physical education areas that supports and aligns with the school-wide behavior framework (ie. PBIS).
• Provides appropriate safety instruction and makes safety checks on equipment and field areas to ensure the overall safety of students.
• Evaluates academic and social growth of students and keeps appropriate records to include report cards, attendance records, checklists, and other recordkeeping activities as appropriate by level and assigned by supervisor.
• Communicates with parents, school counselors and administrators on student progress.
• Focuses on making learning visible through effective student engagement.

Qualifications:

• Valid Iowa teaching license with K-8 Physical Education endorsement required.
• Demonstrated competency in the subject area(s) assigned

The successful candidate will exhibit:

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of the identified language, in terms of grammar, word usage, word denotations and connotations, and literature.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to create a sense of belonging and a welcoming environment for all students and staff.
• Consistent and punctual attendance.
   

Essential Physical Requirements:

This position is primarily performed indoors in school buildings, although some outdoor instruction and supervision are required.

• Frequent or prolonged standing, walking and sitting.
• Possible exposure to bodily fluids due to student or employee injury or illness.
• Requires accurate perceiving of sound, near and far vision, depth perception, handling and working with materials and objects.
• Frequent and prolonged talking/hearing conversations.
• Work may involve occasional lifting of objects weighing 15 to 25 pounds

Benefits:

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Personal leave, sick leave, family sick leave
• IPERS Retirement

Closing Date: Internal candidates 5/26/2026; External candidates 6/3/2026

Choosing the Ames Community School District isn't just about a job. It's about becoming part of a vibrant and close-knit community, nestled in the heart of Iowa. With its small-town charm and big-city amenities, Ames offers a unique blend of contentment and excitement. As a college town, opportunities to engage and get involved abound, whether it's through cultural events, educational pursuits, or community initiatives. At Ames, you're not just joining a workplace; you're becoming a valued member of a community driven by communication, collaboration, and a shared commitment to excellence. Come be a part of the Ames CSD, where both your professional and personal aspirations can thrive.  

Candidates, please follow the link to apply online: https://www.applitrack.com/amesk12/OnlineApp/JobPostings/View.asp?AppliTrackJobId=1712
Ames CSD is an E-Verify employer. The Ames CSD is an EEO/AA employer.

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