Elementary Physical Education Teacher

We are deeply committed to an inclusive curriculum and school community that reflects the diversity of our student population. We strive to have the highest quality educators and encourage applications from candidates representing a broad range of skills and diverse backgrounds. We seek candidates who are dedicated to inclusion and have a clear interest in being part of the richness of diversity that the New Bedford Public Schools community has to offer.

Job Description:

To provide high-quality physical education instruction, aligned with MA State Frameworks and National Physical Education Standards, that creates a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with students; to motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for physical health and activity; to establish good, professional relationships with other staff and parents/guardians.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
1.Plan and implement instruction to ensure that all students meet and exceed State Frameworks and National Standards
2.Use data to inform instruction, to track student progress and to track progress of self through self-evaluation and goal setting
3.Deliver engaging, targeted instruction that meets MA DESE and Common Core Standards for level and subject taught
4.Differentiate services and instruction to meet variety of student learning needs and strengths
5.Maintain active communication with students' families in support of their learning and to communicate with families consistently and regularly throughout the school year about their children's academic and social progress
6.Assess student performance using formal, summative, and portfolio assessments to drive instruction
7.Perform other duties as assigned by the principal
Job Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
1.Licensed by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in required field.
2.A demonstrated belief that each and every student can achieve at high levels.
3.A demonstrated dedication to lifelong learning, reflection, and continued personal and professional growth.
4.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
5.Outstanding interpersonal and collaborative teamwork skills.
This position follows the UNIT A contract.
The New Bedford Public Schools do not discriminate on account of age, race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, genetics, or disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions in employment for potential employees. New Bedford Public Schools encourages people with multilingual skills, particularly in Cape Verdean Creole, Portuguese and/or Spanish, to apply. Every available opportunity will be taken in order to assure that each applicant is selected on the basis of qualifications, merit and ability.

Reports to: Building Principal

Contact Information

• Emily Westgate, Manager of Curriculum, Data, and Assessment: Health, Physical Education and Wellness

• 455 County Street.

• New Bedford, Massachusetts 02740

• Phone: 508-997-4511

• Fax: 508-991-7483
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