Physical Education/Health Teacher

Position Type:

K-12/Physical Education

Date Posted:

2/14/2024

Location:

High School

Date Available:

09/01/2024

Closing Date:

Until Filled

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Job Title: Physical Education/Health Education Teacher (K-12) Job Category: YCT Department/Group: K-12/7-12 Job Description

Job Summary:

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to develop students' physical skills and abilities, strength, agility, poise, coordination, and teamwork; to develop students' awareness and understanding of physiology, health and nutrition, biological functions; to develop students' understanding of the importance of exercise to physical and mental well-being; and to motivate students to work towards, physical fitness, hygiene, and good health.

Minimum Qualifications:

• NYS Certification dual certification - Physical Education and Health Education

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.

• Masters Degree preferred.

• Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of current physical education and health education instructional methods, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.

• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.

• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding education and students, as well as relating to health education.

• Knowledge of physiology, health and nutrition, biology and biological functions, anatomy, hygiene, exercise, and best ways to promote physical and mental well-being.

• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.

• Ability to organize and coordinate work.

• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.

• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.

• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Primary Activities

• Develops and administers Physical Education and Health Education classes consistent with school district goals and objectives.

• Teaches knowledge of, and develops skills and abilities in, physical fitness, rhythm and dance, coordination and agility, exercise, and sports,

• Develops students' concepts in leadership, teamwork, responsibility and social skills; providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and appropriate feedback to regarding student progress, expectations, and goals.

• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.

• Assists in coordinating extra-curricular activities, including student performances, assembles, and athletic events.

• Inspects equipment and field areas used to ensure they are in good and safe working order.

• Teaches knowledge and understanding of physiology, health and nutrition, physiology, anatomy, and biological functions.

• Develops students' concepts in nutrition, food groups, diet, caloric intake, vitamins, and related topics.

• Conducts ongoing assessment of student growth and progress in physical educational activities, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.

• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.

• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.

• Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.

• Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within physical education and grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.

• Selects and requisitions appropriate instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.

• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee:

• is regularly required to stand, walk, and sit.

• Is regularly required to climb, squat, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and to reach above the head and reach forward.

• Is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools or controls and to talk and hear.

• Occasionally required to lift and/or push up to 50 pounds.

• Must have specific vision abilities for close vision, distance vision, depth perception and tell the difference between colors

Work Environment

• The noise level in the work environment is typical for a school environment.

• Work generally performed indoors with limited outside supervision of students.

Equipment

• Uses sports equipment

• Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Salary Range: $61,804 - $132,929 (2024/2025) Last Updated By: Date: