Physical Education Teacher

Job Details Starting Date: Aug 17, 2026 Job ID: 346879 Location: Draughn High School Terms of Contract: Teacher Contract, 10 months, full-time, benefit-eligible Monthly Salary: State Salary Schedule for Teachers (plus local supplement) Reports To: Principal FLSA: EXEMPT Job Purpose We are seeking a passionate, student-centered High School Teacher to join our academic team. The ideal candidate will create an engaging learning environment that supports students’ intellectual, social, and emotional development in grades 9-12. This role requires strong classroom management skills, subject matter expertise, and a commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive school culture. Qualifications / Requirements Candidates must hold or be eligible for a North Carolina Teaching license To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function proficiently. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Job Description and Duties Develop lesson plans and instructional materials, providing effective teaching strategies. Maintain effective classroom management, recognize and address learning and behavior issues, and differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners. Evaluate the accomplishments of students regularly using multiple assessment methods; provide progress and interim reports for feedback. Communicate promptly with parents; maintain positive, constructive communication with students, staff, parents, and the community. Protect students, materials, and facilities by taking necessary and reasonable precautions. Uphold and enforce board policy, district goals, administrative procedures, and school rules and regulations. Adhere to health and safety policies. Maintain appropriate work habits, including regular and punctual attendance and appropriate use of conference and planning time. Keep current in subject matter knowledge and learning theory; attend workshops, PLCs, department, curriculum development, and staff‑development sessions as required. Respect the confidentiality of records and information regarding students, parents, and teachers in accordance with professional ethics and state and federal laws. Share responsibility during the school day for the supervision of students in various areas of the school. Perform non‑instructional duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Standard I: Teachers Demonstrate Leadership Teachers lead in their classrooms and the teaching profession. Teachers demonstrate leadership in the school. Teachers advocate for schools and students. Teachers demonstrate high ethical standards. Standard II: Teachers Establish a Respectful Environment for a Diverse Population of Students Teachers provide an environment in which each child has a positive, nurturing relationship with caring adults; an environment that is inviting, respectful, supportive, inclusive, and flexible. Teachers embrace diversity in the school community and in the world. Teachers treat students as individuals. Teachers adapt their teaching to benefit students with special needs. Teachers work collaboratively with families and significant adults in the lives of their students. Standard III: Teachers Know the Content They Teach Teachers align their instruction with the North Carolina Standard Course of Study. Teachers know the content appropriate to their teaching specialty. Teachers recognize the interconnectedness of content areas and disciplines. Teachers make instruction relevant to students. Standard IV: Teachers Facilitate Learning for Their Students Teachers know how learning takes place and the appropriate levels of intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of their students. Teachers plan instruction appropriate for their students. Teachers use a variety of instructional methods. Teachers integrate and utilize technology in their instruction. Teachers help students develop critical thinking and problem‑solving skills. Teachers help students work in teams and develop leadership qualities. Teachers communicate effectively. Teachers use a variety of methods to assess what each student has learned. Standard V: Teachers Reflect on Their Practice Teachers analyze student learning. Teachers link professional growth to their professional goals. Teachers function effectively in a complex, dynamic environment. Education and Experience Bachelor’s Degree from an approved education program in the subject area (note: vocational/career and technical areas have other requirements). Strong background and understanding of the North Carolina Standard Course of Study and Essential Standards. Physical Requirements This work requires exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. Work regularly requires speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle, or feel, and repetitive motions; frequently requires sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, with hands and arms, pushing or pulling, and lifting. Work has standard vision requirements. Vocal communication is the expression and exchange of ideas through the spoken word. Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels. Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating machines, operating motor vehicles or equipment, and observing general surroundings and activities. Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g., a business office, light traffic). Contact Information Charles Williams Burke County Public Schools Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr