JOB TITLE:   Physical Education Teacher

DUTY DAYS: 187 Days

PAY GRADE: T07-T08

SALARY SCHEDULE: Click for Salary Schedule

Primary Purpose:

Assumes professional responsibility for providing learning experiences in comprehensive health and physical education and supervision of students in a supportive and positive climate that develops in each student the skills, attitudes, and knowledge to meet and exceed the State Core Curriculum Content Standards, using approved curricula,materials, and directives of the school. Achieving excellence requires that the Health and Physical Education Teacher work collaboratively with other members of the school staff and with parents.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor's degree from accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of subjects assigned
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• At least one year of student teaching or approved internship

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.
2. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
3. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
4. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
5. Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
6. Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curriculum as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
7. Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
8. Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
9. Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
10. Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
11. Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
12. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
13. Be a positive role model for students, support mission of school district.
14. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students.
15. Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
16. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
17. Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
18. Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
19. Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
20. Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
21. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
22. Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
23. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
24. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
25. Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands:

Ability to communicate effectively (verbal); maintain emotional control under stress; interpret policy, procedures, and data; coordinate district functions

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

They physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by
an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions
of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. 

The Health and PE Teacher must:                                     

1. Use strength to lift items needed to perform the functions of the job.                                           
2. Sit, stand, walk and run for required periods of time.                                                                 
3. Demonstrate and explain basic skills,knowledge and strategies of format sports,games,rhythms, and fundamentals of body movement.