What are the responsibilities and job description for the High School - Driver Education Teacher - Pattonville High School - 2025-2026 School Year position at Pattonville School District?
- Develops and administers physical education classes consistent with school district goals and objectives.
- Teaches knowledge of, and develops skills and abilities in physical fitness, rhythm and dance, coordination and agility, exercise, and sports.
- Develops students' concepts in leadership, teamwork, responsibility and social skills; providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and provides appropriate feedback regarding student progress, expectations, and goals.
- Conducts ongoing assessment of student growth and progress in physical educational activities and modifies instructional methods to meet individual student's needs.
- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the education field by attending seminars, workshops, professional development, department/district meetings, and/or by conducting research.
- Keeps accurate and complete record regarding grading and attendance as required by district/building procedures/policies.
- Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and their parents/guardians.
- Ensures that student behavior conforms to school/district policies and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve an effective learning environment.
- Coordinates with other professional staff members, participates in faculty meetings, and attends professional development.
- Selects appropriate learning materials/instructional tools consistent with district curriculum.
- Instruct student drivers with behind-the-wheel driving
- Teach students to be safe and prudent drivers
- Teach students to understand safe driving practices
- Ensure students have knowledge of driving laws
- Performs other related tasks as assigned by the principal(s).
- Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
- Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
- Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy as well as differentiated instruction based on student learning styles.
- Ability to organize and coordinate work.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students and their parents/guardians.
- Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted.
- Missouri State Certification in Physical Education, with required endorsements for subject and level assigned
- License: Requires a valid Missouri Driver License. Must have a clean driving record.
- Bachelors or masters degree from an accredited college or university.
JobID: 3553
Position Type:
High School Teaching/Driver Education
High School Teaching/Driver Education
Date Posted:
3/26/2025
3/26/2025
Location:
Pattonville High School
Pattonville High School
Date Available:
08/04/2025
08/04/2025
Closing Date:
ASAP
High School - Driver Education Teacher - Pattonville High School - 2025-2026 School YearASAP
Position Purpose:
Under the general supervision of the school principal(s), to develop students' physical skills and abilities, strength, agility, coordination, and teamwork; to develop students' understanding of the importance of exercise to physical and mental well-being; and to motivate students to work towards, physical fitness, hygiene, and good health.
Essential Functions:
Additional Duties:
The successful candidate will:
Education: Bachelor's Degree required. Master's Degree preferred.
Travel Requirements:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Qualifications:
Education:
FLSA Status: Exempt
Candidates that have signed a contract for the 2025-26 school year need to check with their district prior to applying to ensure they can be released from their contract if they are recommended for the position.
