Physical Education Teacher (Summer position) - Vacancy ID: 197254

Pulaski High School is looking for you!

High School summer phy ed position 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. M-F June 1 - July 12, 2024 (off July 1-5 for holiday). Make up dates are scheduled for July 15 & 16, if necessary.

Job Goal: To implement an approved educational program and establish a classroom environment that is consistent with our District Philosophy, fosters integrated learning, thinking, cooperation, and personal and social growth. To ensure that students are the nucleus of the school system and our educational decisions are guided by what we consider to be best for students so that they are given every reasonable opportunity to realize their best selves.

Qualifications:
A current teaching license
Knowledge of effective teaching methods and developmentally appropriate classroom activities
The ability to maintain a positive learning environment
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Current First Aid/CPR certified or must obtain
Demonstrated ability to:
work collaboratively
carry out emergency/crisis response procedures
perform all computer technology tasks associated with the position
maintain confidentiality
communicate positively/effectively with students, parents, staff, patrons
Commitment to the Pulaski Board of Education Educational Philosophy
Demonstrated skills in positive human relations and cultural competence
Demonstrated skills in problem solving and conflict management

Essential Job Functions:
Must be able to:
arrive at work promptly and attend regularly
follow directions and work well with others
work under the stress of deadlines
concentrate and perform tasks accurately
react to change productively
perform other tasks as assigned

Planning and Preparation
Demonstrate knowledge of content pedagogy
Demonstrate knowledge of students
Select instructional goals and learning targets
Plan for the use of resources
Design coherent instruction
Assess student learning

The Classroom Environment
Create an environment of respect and rapport
Establish a culture for learning
Manage classroom procedures
Manage student behavior
Organize physical space

Instruction
Communicate clearly and accurately
Use questioning and discussion techniques
Engage students in learning
Provide feedback to students
Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness
Use ongoing assessment of benchmarks
Use techniques that involve multiple intelligences

Professional Responsibilities
Reflect on teaching
Maintain accurate records
Communicate with families
Contribute to the school district
Demonstrate professional growth and development
Show professionalism
Demonstrate a shared responsibility for student learning