Rise Richmond is Hiring a High School PE Teacher Near Richmond, VA
Rise Academy is the East End’s own fully-accredited, private, Christian high school. Rise Academy is part of Rise Richmond, a nonprofit serving students and families in Richmond’s East End. Together with families, neighbors, and community partners, Rise Richmond is creating a world where students can access excellent, equitable learning opportunities. Through Rise After School, Rise Academy, and Rise Labs, we offer supportive spaces where students can rise to new opportunities, pursue goals that once seemed out of reach, and exceed their expectations. Physical Education (PE) Teacher is a professional position part of the Rise Academy Team. The PE Teacher reports to the School Principal and supervises no staff. Essential Duties
Reports from 8:15AM - 4:30PM, Monday through Friday
Attends faculty meetings every other Tuesday from 3:30PM-4:00PM
Competently instructs students in Physical Education
Prepares original lesson plans that meet or exceed Virginia Standards of Learning vis a vis pacing and course content
Engages students creatively through differentiated instruction
Establishes classroom routines that align with best teaching practices
Exhibits a genuinely caring attitude to all students
Maintains a positive, calm attitude and voice in the classroom
Works cooperatively with colleagues, volunteers, and parents
Incorporate appropriate instructional technology often
Attends various, limited after school activities such as Orientation, Parent-Teacher Conferences, and special seasonal events
Follows the Rise Richmond Employee Manual and adheres to Rise’s mission and values
Abides by and holds students accountable to the Rise Academy Family Handbook
Attends at least one off-site, content-specific Professional Development session per year
Approach
Compassionate and empathetic: caring for and honoring Rise students and families and the East End community
Continuous learning: committed to self-improvement and personal growth
Creative and curious: developing new ways to accomplish work while seeking to understand the people and context involved
Cultural competency: demonstrating strong interpersonal skills when communicating with and about diverse communities while building relationships and connections
Initiative and good judgment: prioritizing projects using reliable information; anticipating, responding to, and solving problems
Intentional and discerning: honoring confidentiality and operating with a high level of respect and professionalism, acknowledging and addressing the tension between compliance and equity
Others-oriented: willing to forgo recognition so others may shine
Required Qualifications
A high school diploma or the equivalent and a bachelor’s degree in a related field such as Education or a scientific discipline from an accredited college or university;
Secondary Education teaching experience OR:
enrollment in a state-recognized teacher licensure program;
at least one year of programmatic experience with high school students;
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and command of the English language
An intentional and practiced commitment to serving and engaging the community in the East End
Faith in Jesus Christ, affirming the Apostles’ Creed, and lived out in a faith community
Preferred Qualifications
VA Professional Teachers Licensure with an endorsement in high physical education
Position Overview & Compensation
Reports from 8:15 AM—4:00 PM, Monday through Friday
Exempt from overtime
Base salary of $48,727
Additional compensation for job-related pay factors (education, license, etc.)
Benefits include competitive health insurance plans with dependent care, vision insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, parental leave, mental health benefits, paid holidays and breaks, PTO, and more
Primary work location: 2010 Carlisle Avenue, Richmond VA 23231
Special Conditions
VA State Police Criminal Records Check, including fingerprinting
Valid Driver’s License
VA Department of Social Services Child Registry Search (Abuse/Neglect of children)