Teacher - Physical Education

POSITION TITLE:         Physical Education Teacher

FLSA:                             Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS:        Must hold proper state certification

REPORTS TO:              Principal and/or other Supervisor

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 175 school days, plus 10 days of district professional days, and additional days for orientation with benefits provided according to the Teacher’s Negotiated Agreement.

The primary role of the Physical Education Teacher is to promote physical wellness and health based on Vermont adopted physical fitness standards. The PE teacher will collaborate with other teachers and district health, wellness, and physical education professionals to promote wellness across the school and lifelong fitness habits in our students. Experience with elementary students is preferred.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Participate in curriculum review and design.

2. Implement a variety of effective instructional strategies consistent with lesson objectives.

3. Diagnose and evaluates student abilities and progress in a timely and consistent manner.

4. Monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.

5. Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.

6. Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.

7. Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.

8. Refer students for alternative services as provided by the District (ESL, Reading, Special Reading).

9. Effectively implement district initiatives.

10. Effectively collaborate with department and grade level teachers.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:   

1. Abide by state statutes, school board policies and regulations.
2. Attend meetings and performs duties as assigned by administrators or supervisors.
3. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
4. Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation.
5. Serve on committees as assigned.
6. Remain current on instructional practices in education.  (e.g. instructional technology)