Summary:

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• A valid license in Physical Education from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Consistent and on-time attendance is required for supervision and instruction of the students

• Curricula including coursework in physical, health and general education topics, such as exercise philosophy, kinesiology, human development and educational psychology.
• Demonstrated experience with grade-level learning principles

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities (Not Limited To):

• Creates and maintains an effective and developmentally appropriate learning environment for students
• Prepares daily lessons and activities
• Manages student behavior to provide a safe and optimal classroom climate
• Differentiates instruction for the purpose of providing an effective program that addresses individual need
• Collects data to document student progress and aid in planning
• Assesses student progress towards learning targets, objectives, and expectations
• Provides feedback on progress to students, parents, and administration
• Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve social, emotional and learning
• Collaborates with colleagues to improve student outcomes
• Follows specific standards, policies, and procedures of the building and the district
• Attends and participates in faculty meetings and professional development activities
• Consistent and on-time attendance is required for supervision and instruction of the students
• Responsible for implementing “other job related duties” as needed

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Work is generally performed in a school environment during the school day, however there may be occasions for afterschool meetings (ex: Back to School Night)
• While performing the duties of this job the teacher is frequently required to kneel, stoop, bend, and crouch. The teacher is frequently required to stand; while talking and listening. The teacher is occasionally required to sit; walk; lift; or carry. The teacher is occasionally required to perform heavy lifting of mats and various equipment pieces.
• Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function. Rarely absent or late unless the situation is of an emergency nature.