Senior High Physical Education Teacher

JOB TITLE: PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER, 9-12

*NOTE:   This is a generalized job description. Specific Physical Education teaching assignments may vary somewhat in essential functions and requirements. Applicants should be made aware of specific requirements prior to employment.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or college
• Valid Nebraska Certificate with endorsement in physical education
• Successful teaching and/or practice teaching experience
• First aid certificate, CPR training
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate

JOB GOAL:  To organize and facilitate a productive learning environment which provides opportunities and access for students to: master appropriate levels of subject matter aligned to standards, develop effective communication skills, foster an appreciation of our culture and heritage, promote a positive classroom climate, build effective relationships, and role model respect for the rights of others.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Nine-month year or as established by the Board of Education

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Consistent and punctual “on-site” attendance at the worksite is an essential job function
• Implements Board policy regarding education philosophy/curriculum under the direction of the administration through planning, organizing, managing, interacting with students; establishing rapport with students, staff, parents, and community, and continuing professional development
• Plans instructional objectives and activities consistent with curriculum guides

• Directs and supervises learning activities

• Implements the disciplinary procedures of the district

• Supervises behavior in the school environment to maintain the safety and well-being of the
  students and staff

• Incorporates a program of instruction involving basic fundamentals of team sports and individual
  physical activities

• Provides for the remediation of skills for those students who have not progressed as rapidly as
  their peers

• Instills the value of teamwork and fair play

• Remains current with “best practices” in the physical education field

• Keeps accurate records of attendance, absences, and tardies

• Collaborates with others in a Professional Learning Community

• Uses an appropriate variety of instructional strategies

• Makes effective use of audio-visual materials and aids

• Communicates positive support of students in their educational development

• Relates with staff, parents, and community stakeholders through positive professional cooperation

• Supervises hallways, cafeteria, study halls, and other assignments on a scheduled basis as directed

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

• Student behavior does not detract from the effective learning climate in the classroom
• Teacher exhibits patience, openness, and concern in dealing with students
• Rapport within and outside the classroom evidences mutual respect between the students and the teacher
• The teacher exhibits tact and self-control in dealing with parents
• The teacher accepts suggestions from administrators without resentment

OCCASIONAL:

• Periodically issues communication forms and grade reports
• Suggests positive recommendations for the continuing review and development of the curriculum
• Remains current with professional training and shows evidence of regular professional growth
• Actively participates in scheduled staff meetings, PLC’s, and serves on educational committees
• Assumes responsibility periodically for conferences with parents
• Recognizes the extra curriculum program as integral to the educational development of the child
• Performs other duties within the scope of employment and certification as assigned by the
  appropriate administrator

OTHER REQUIREMENTS (Intellectual, Sensory):

• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Skills in leadership, organization, problem solving, and conflict resolution
• Skills in human relations; ability to deal with a variety of people
• Ability to work under stress
• Skills in assessment and evaluation

WORK ENVIRONMENT/ CONDITIONS:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters
while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to work varied hours as requested, including early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends.
• Ability to work in a smoke-free and drug-free work environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities,
  which may include sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
• Strength, movement, auditory, taste/smell, and vision demands are specific to the job.
• Manual dexterity to handle computer and phone requirements.