PE Teacher

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core academic subject area assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s Degree required from an accredited university

Master’s Degree preferred

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training for subject and level assigned

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of core academic subject assigned

Knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

At least one year of clinical teaching preferred; one year of teaching experience may substitute for clinical experience

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Develops and implements lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Prepares lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in individual student differences.
• Plans and uses appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of student’s assigned and present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Conducts assessments of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Works cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Works with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Plans and assigns work to instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.
• Conducts ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Assumes responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsors outside activities approved by the campus principal.
• Is a positive role model for students; support mission of school district.
• Creates classroom environments conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manages student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assists in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Compiles, maintains, and files all reports, records, and other documents required.
• Establishes and maintains a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
• Participates in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Complies with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Attends and participates in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.

Environment: Occasional district-wide and statewide travel; work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise

Mental Demands: Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.