Middle School Physical Education Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Mission of NCS:
Our mission is to provide the children of NCS with educational opportunities through a rigorous, comprehensive K-8 program that cultivates the intellectual, social and emotional development of each child. Our students, who include high functioning children with autism spectrum disorders, will become independent learners and critical thinkers, will acquire the academic skills that they need to succeed in college preparatory high schools and will exhibit the social and emotional skills that will allow them to reach their full potential.

The Opportunity:
Develop and oversee a comprehensive physical education program, including health, sexual education, and mindfulness, for our Harlem Middle School. Introduce Middle School students to developmentally appropriate health and physical education programs that allow them to gain confidence and engage in activities that promote healthy, active lifestyles throughout their lives.

Essential Job Responsibilities:
Teach knowledge and skills in physical fitness, health education, sexual education, and mindfulness
Design, plan, and implement lessons based on school district/state/national standards

Create appealing lessons that implement a variety of methodologies
Measure student progress to encourage the mastery of state/national standards
Ensure accommodations and modifications are made for the growth and development of all students
Ensure that the physical education environment is clean, safe and constructive for all students
Guide students in maintaining acceptable standards of behavior in the gym or classroom environment
Maintain records of individual student achievement and evaluate students on a continuous basis
Prepare for classes and maintain written preparation for units throughout the year
Demonstrate the use of proven, research-based strategies for effective classroom management, lesson planning, active student engagement, and instructional delivery
Show a diligent effort to consistently address the behavioral and physical needs of individuals students
Assist as needed with any school based duties i.e. Lunch, recess, arrival or dismissal

Qualifications:
Organized & Efficient
Model consistent professionalism
Ability to consistently meet deadlines
Ability to communicate effectively (written and oral)
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships across lines of difference
Familiarity with best practices in Physical Education, Health, and Sexual Education
Knowledge of best practices for students with disabilities, specifically students on the ASD spectrum
(strongly preferred)
Past work in an urban setting (preferred)
Certification in one of the following: New York State Middle, Special Education, eligible out of state
certification, or willingness to work towards your permanent certification (required) 

Bachelor’s degree (required) Masters (preferred)

Salary Range: $73,500-$97,000+ plus based on years of experience