Physical Education Long Term Substitute

Physical Education Long Term Substitute Teacher MISSION The mission of the Christa McAuliffe Charter School is to cultivate within each member of a diverse student body an intense commitment to self and community, the courage and insight to set high standards for academic and personal success, and the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to achieve those standards. ABOUT THE SCHOOL The Christa McAuliffe Charter School is an EL Education school for 350 scholars in grades 6-8 with a hands-on curriculum that inspires achievement through active learning, character growth, and teamwork. McAuliffe is a community of engaged, motivated learners — students and adults alike. At McAuliffe, students take ownership of their learning, guided by creative, passionate adults who adeptly navigate the ever-present balancing act of challenge and support. A spirit of adventure pervades the school, and the energy is seemingly boundless. McAuliffe is the rare middle school where it really is ok to be yourself. The community values independence and individuality, while practicing collaboration, inclusivity, and acceptance. WHAT IS EL EDUCATION? EL Education (formerly Expeditionary Learning) is a national school transformation organization operating in 165 schools in 30 states and reaching over 45,000 students. EL partners with schools to improve student achievement through an inquiry and project-based approach. EL schools inspire the motivation to learn, engage teachers and students in new levels of focus and effort, and transform schools into places where students and adults become leaders of their own learning. POSITION OVERVIEW We seek an educator who can teach Physical Education to 6th, 7th and 8th graders. The content of the class is somewhat flexible based on the background of the individual filling the role, but can include sports, fitness, and /or group games. Due to both our philosophy and our physical space, we are seeking an educator who can think outside the box about what a physical education class can look like and who is committed to helping each student develop life skills to grow into healthy adults. McAuliffe Charter School is a middle school and so everything that we do in our school is intended to meet the needs of students in their early adolescence. This means that you must be someone who finds sixth, seventh, and eighth graders much more entertaining than aggravating! You must be compassionate, have the ability to develop meaningful connections with students, have strong classroom management skills, and feel confident in your ability to create a psychologically safe classroom culture in which individuals are respected and valued for what they bring to the group. We are looking to hire an educator who values the idea that you, as well as your students, are always learning, reflecting, and growing. This role will run from mid-April through late June. RESPONSIBILITIES ** Teach Physical Eduction classes to 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students. ** Employ a variety of teaching methodologies that engage all students ** Implement formative and summative assessments to track student progress; engage students in the assessment and tracking process ** Provide differentiated support including accommodations and modifications to ensure all students are given access to curriculum and instruction ** Participate in ongoing professional development including observations and feedback from an instructional coach ** Implement school-wide positive behavioral systems to effectively manage the classroom ** Continually communicate with students families regarding performance and progress ** Serve as an active member of the McAuliffe Community including attending evening celebrations of student learning QUALIFICATIONS ** Teaching and / or coaching experience (ideally in grades 5 through 9) consistent with McAuliffe’s student-centered educational philosophy ** Appreciation for the EL Education design model -- commitment to develop curriculum and implement EL core practices, including in-depth learning expeditions ** Appreciation for the life and mind of the adolescent scholar ** Personal qualities that exemplify the school’s emphasis on character development and community ** Strong interpersonal skills, commitment to teamwork, and readiness to reflect and grow ** Values a collaborative approach to working with a diverse population of children and adults ** Sense of humor and a high level of energy, enthusiasm, flexibility, and spontaneity The Christa McAuliffe Charter School (McAuliffe) may not and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, disability, homelessness or any other legally protected status. (M.G.L. c. 71, § 89(m); 603 CMR 1.06(l)).