Roberts Academy Instructor, P.E.

Job Description

Job Description

**To be considered, please submit an application via our College website.

The PE Teacher is a part-time instructor role, typically working Wednesday's and Friday's from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm during the school year. The PE Teacher is responsible for planning and delivering a comprehensive physical education program for students in grades 1–8. This includes designing developmentally appropriate lessons that promote physical fitness, motor skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship, and healthy lifestyle habits. The PE Teacher creates a positive, inclusive environment that encourages all students to participate and grow in their physical abilities. Responsibilities also include maintaining a safe and organized learning space and collaborating with faculty and families to support overall student well-being.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Provide whole-group physical education instruction to students in grades 1-8.
2. Prepare weekly PE age-appropriate lesson plans for students in grades 1-8.
3. Collaborate with The Roberts Academy faculty and staff.
4. Effectively communicate with parents and other stakeholders related to the students.
5. Contribute to the success of The Roberts Academy by performing all other duties as needed to drive the vision, fulfill the mission, and abide by the values of Florida Southern College.

EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS:

1. Earned baccalaureate degree (preferably in exercise science, etc.).
2. Fingerprinting clearance and background check, including Clearinghouse approval.
3. 3-5 years’ experience working with K-12 students.
4. Desire to work with students in a private school learning environment.
5. Professional dress and demeanor.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. The work requires regular standing and walking; talking and hearing, both in person and by telephone; use of hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel or operate standard classroom equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 25 pounds with or without assistance.
2. Near visual acuity is necessary for reading computer screens and reading printed materials.
3. Ability to listen carefully to others while on the phone or in person.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

1. Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
2. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to the typical elementary/middle school classroom environment.
3. The noise level in the work environment can be high.
4. The assignment is campus-based and not intended for work from home.

Founded in 1883, Florida Southern College is the oldest private college in the state. The College maintains its commitment to academic excellence through 70+ undergraduate programs and distinctive graduate programs in business administration, education, nursing, and physical therapy. Florida Southern has a 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio, is an award-winning national leader in engaged learning, and boasts 30 NCAA Division II National Championships. Florida Southern is ranked at #8 among the “Best Regional Universities in the South” by U.S. News & World Report in its 2022 “Best Colleges” guide and is included in The Princeton Review’s 2022 Best 387 Colleges guide and the “Fiske Guide to Colleges 2022.”

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Founded in 1883, Florida Southern College is the oldest private college in the state. The College maintains its commitment to academic excellence through 70+ undergraduate programs and distinctive graduate programs in business administration, education, nursing, and physical therapy. Florida Southern has a 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio, is an award-winning national leader in engaged learning, and boasts 30 NCAA Division II National Championships. Florida Southern is ranked at #8 among the “Best Regional Universities in the South” by U.S. News & World Report in its 2022 “Best Colleges” guide and is included in The Princeton Review’s 2022 Best 387 Colleges guide and the “Fiske Guide to Colleges 2022.”