Health and Physical Education Teacher

TeacherUnder the direction of the school principal and his/her designee, plans, and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students. Provides an atmosphere and environment conductive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals to ensure Success for Every Student. Supervises students in a variety of school related settings. Monitors and evaluates student outcomes. Communicates and interacts with students, parents, staff and community. Develops, selects and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students. Maintains appropriate records and follows required procedures and practices. Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities.Performance Responsibilities:Plans a program of study that meets the needs, interests and abilities of individuals to ensure Success for Every StudentReports to work on time and is prepared for all classes and duty assignmentsCreates a classroom environment that provides student involvement in the learning process and enables each student to achieve learning objectivesProvides an instructional program to meet the needs of all students including students with disabilitiesGuides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and in harmony with the goals, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects and the like to communicate these objectives to studentsEstablishes learning objectives consistent with appraisal of student needs, requirements of RCSS curriculum framework, and knowledge of human growth and developmentPlans for and utilizes instructional methods, resources and evaluation techniques which motivate and enable each student to achieve learning objectivesAssesses the learning and behavioral needs of students on a regular basis. Provides input as needed to IEP's of Students with Disabilities ensuring the implementation of modifications including co-teaching as neededTakes all necessary and safety precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilitiesMaintains accurate and complete records as required by law and per RCSS policy and administrative regulationAssists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct and, for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just mannerMakes provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable termsEstablishes relationships with colleagues, students, parents and community which reflect recognition of and respect for every individualPlans and supervises purposeful assignments for instructional assistants, teacher assistants, and volunteersMay evaluate paraprofessional's job performance with department heads and/or administratorsMaintains fair and accurate grading policies and procedures, attendance, email and web pages as required through the technology system provided by the RCSSKnowledge, Abilities, and Skills:Knowledge of RCSS curriculum, techniques for integrating curriculum, RCSS policies, and effective instructional practicesUnderstanding of the teaching/learning processAbility to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural educationAbility to infuse technology into curriculumAbility to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office, and school based staff, students, parents and communityExcellent oral and written communication and human relations skillsEducation, Training, and Experience:Holder of a Bachelor's degree or beyondMust have a valid Georgia teaching certificate in the teaching field in which they are employed from an accredited college or universityCertificate and License Requirements:Meets Georgia state certification requirements in appropriate field of educationPhysical Demands:Ability to move around the classroom including stooping, bending, standing for extended periods and move heavy objects up to 20 poundsCrisis intervention may require participating in physical restraintsSpecial Requirements:Required to attend school meetings, programs and activities outside the instructional day as mandated by RCBOE contractSome work beyond the school day may be requiredEvaluation:Conducted annually based on the policy of the Richmond County Board of Education