Physical Education Teacher

Physical Education TeacherPosition is responsible for creating a classroom environment that fosters, promotes and develops an understanding of the relationship of healthy body function and exercise; that motivates each student to cultivate physical fitness, and appropriate social and emotional adjustment; that discovers and develops talents of students in physical achievement; and that develops strength, skill, agility, poise, and coordination in individual, dual and team physical activities and sports, in accordance with each student's ability.Qualifications:Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Physical EducationMassachusetts Physical Education Certification with the Department of Elementary and Secondary EducationPedagogical knowledge and skills in physical educationExperience working with large groups of elementary aged childrenWillingness to support the school's mission and visionAbility to maintain student confidentialityEssential Duties:Analyze, demonstrate, and explain basic skills, knowledge and strategies of formal sports, games, rhythms, and fundamentals of body movementEstablish and maintain standards of student behavior to provide an orderly, productive environment in the physical education areasProvide appropriate safety instruction and make safety checks on equipment and field areas to ensure the overall safety of studentsEvaluate academic and social growth of students, prepare report cards, and keep appropriate records to include attendance reports, checklists, census forms, and other recordkeeping activities as necessaryModel nondiscriminatory practices in all activitiesMaintain professional competence by attending staff development programs, curriculum development meetings and other professional activitiesMeasure student progress to encourage the mastery of school district/state/national standardsCreate appealing lessons that implement a variety of methodologiesDesign, plan, and implement physical education lessons based on school district/state/national standardsEnsure accommodations and modifications are made for the growth and development of all studentsEnsure that the physical education environment is clean, safe and constructive for all studentsTeach knowledge and skills in physical fitness, rhythms and dance, health education, and individual dual and team sportsDemonstrate the use of proven, research-based strategies for effective classroom management, lesson planning, active student engagement, and instructional deliverySupport a school's shared vision and common goals regarding physical education, physical activity, and health and wellnessMaintain records of individual student achievement and evaluating students on a continuous basisPrepare for classes and maintain written evidence of preparationUphold and enforce school rules, school board policies, and administrative regulationsWork with other members of the physical education staff to plan instructional goals, objectives and methodsOther duties as assigned by the PrincipalFLSA Status: ExemptPhysical Requirements:Mobility and MovementStanding and Walking: Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods (up to 6-8 hours per day) to instruct students, circulate the classroom, monitor hallways, and supervise recess/lunch.Reaching and Lifting: Ability to reach overhead, above the shoulders, and horizontally to access and arrange teaching materials, whiteboards, or bulletin boards.Lifting and Carrying: Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds (e.g., boxes of books, educational supplies, or technology equipment) on an occasional basis.Bending and Kneeling: Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit on the floor frequently to interact with students at their level, assist with classroom activities, and manage behavior.Repetitive Motion: Use of hands and fingers for keyboarding, writing, grading, and manipulating materials.Sensory RequirementsVisual Acuity: Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus (e.g., to read student work, observe students across a classroom, and monitor computer screens).Hearing Acuity: Ability to hear and understand spoken directions at a conversational level, as well as the ability to distinguish and interpret sounds (e.g., a whisper, fire alarm, or distress calls from students) in a noisy environment.Speaking/Verbal Communication: Ability to clearly articulate verbal information to students, parents, and colleagues, including the ability to project one's voice in a classroom or auditorium setting.Stamina and DurationSustained Energy: Ability to maintain a high level of energy and mental alertness throughout the entire school day, managing the physical and mental demands of teaching.Sitting: Ability to sit for moderate periods to complete administrative tasks, planning, grading, or conduct small group instruction.Safety and Emergency ManagementQuick Response: Ability to physically respond quickly to emergencies, safety concerns, or unexpected physical demands (e.g., intervening in a student dispute, assisting an injured student, or performing emergency evacuation procedures).Pushing/Pulling: Ability to push or pull classroom furniture or equipment as needed.