Physical Education/Adaptive Teacher - Vacancy ID: 203448

Duties of the Position: Develop and implement physical education lessons which reflect the district curriculum and integrate age and developmentally appropriate practices for elementary students in a manner that invites learning.  Responsible for the social and emotional well-being of students.  

Strong background in current teaching strategies and methodology in physical education to develop the cognitive, affective and psychomotor domains in children.  Preference for individuals willing to lead after school activities and programs.

*Cooperative Games

*Lifelong Fitness

*Locomotor Skills

*Throwing and Striking

*Interdisciplinary Lessons to enhance Reading and Math.

Strong background in learning theory and elementary philosophy.  The ability to provide a safe and positive learning environment for students.

*Age-appropriate practices

*Teaching through centers

*Differentiated Teaching and Learning

*Brain Research

*Cooperative Learning

Course work and/or other training in student management techniques.

*Responsive Classroom

*Social and Emotional Learning

Ability to work in a team and collaborate

*Collaborate with other gym teachers for daily lessons

* Share gym space and be creative to provide opportunities for all students

Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.

*Monthly Newsletters

*Progress Reports

*Report Cards

*Conferences

*Phone calls /notes as necessary

Care and Concern for the well being of children.

*Supervision Duties

*Create a warm, caring school environment