Physical Education and Health Teacher

Job Title: Physical Education/Health Teacher

Reports To: Head of School

Job Overview: Full Time; Exempt

The commitment of the LIFE Male STEAM Academy to the students and families that it serves is demonstrated in the name as we seek to develop young men who will Live Intelligently Fulfilling Expectations. We seek teachers who can help fulfill the goal of making the LIFE aspiration a reality for our students. Considering the uniqueness of a culturally diverse building that is single gender focused, teachers who become part of our team will exhibit a demonstrated commitment to our particular student population and a desire to become more appropriately equipped with knowledge and resources to support this dynamic population. In addition, the STEAM focus of the school necessitate that the instructional staff are highly collaborative and innovative in creating lessons that promote the breadth of and integrated STEAM world.

The primary function of the teaching staff is to develop classrooms where students’ cultural backgrounds are seen as assets and their potential is uncovered daily. Teachers will be subject matter experts who facilitate instruction for students according to their educational needs, abilities, and promote their attainment in designated subject matter or grade level areas in accordance with the curriculum and/or other educational programs adopted by the Board of Directors. Teachers are expected to create and deliver engaging, culturally responsive lessons to diverse groups of students at all levels; promote enthusiasm for learning and for all subjects; adhere to national and state standards; maintain detailed records of student performance; and maintain classroom order.

Qualifications:

1. B.A./B.S. degree in teaching from an accredited institution. Master’s degree preferred

2. Pennsylvania State certification in teaching in appropriate subject area

3. Extensive knowledge of best teaching practices in the subject area

4. An understanding of STEAM as an integrated concept

5. Strong evidence of a commitment to equity, social justice, and developing culturally responsive educational environments

6. The ability to articulate how to effectively provide instruction in a single-gender school

7. An understanding of the current use of technology for instruction and student information management

8. Excellent written, oral communication, and presentation skills

9. Required background checks

Duties and Responsibilities:

A. Planning:

1. Plan the instructional program based on the needs of the assigned students and with an understanding of individual differences

2. Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic, and ability backgrounds

3. Develop lesson plans which meet established school, state, and national standards.

4. Organize a sequence of lessons which provide instructional continuity

5. Select and evaluate resources and activities that provide for a variety of learning styles

6. Plan appropriate evaluation of student progress

7. Collaborate with colleagues in creating lessons with a unique STEAM focus

B. Instruction

1. Provide clear directions to students for instructional activities; teaches to an objective that is organized and communicated

2. Provide for pacing and continuity of instruction with tasks appropriate to the class level

3. Maintain interest/motivation through the use of appropriate strategies

4. Capture students’ attention by actively involving them in the lesson

5. Ensure high standards of professional practice and quality of teaching

6. Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction

7. Encourage and monitors the progress of individual students and uses information to adjust teaching strategies

8. Model and demonstrates skills that students are to perform

C. Classroom Management

1. Provide a safe, positive learning environment for students by establishing classroom rules to maintain good order and discipline

2. Establish and maintain positive rapport with students

3. Manage the material and human resources in the classroom in an effective manner

4. Assess records, and reports on the development, progress, attainment, and behavior of assigned students

5. Use time appropriately

D. Communications

1. Communicates necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents

regarding student progress and student needs

2. Communicates with a variety of resource persons such as counselor, nurse, child study team to serve the best interests of students

3. Promotes student growth through contact with staff and parents

4. Facilitates home-school communication by attending/initiating parent conferences, telephoning and/or sending written/electronic communication

5. Maintains confidentiality

E. Professional Responsibilities

1. Stays current on professional knowledge; participates in in-service education, training courses and professional development opportunities

2. Stays current regarding the completion of Act 48 requirements

3. Performs non-instructional responsibilities such as record keeping, punctuality, attendance and participation in faculty and other meeting

4. Provides guidance and advice to students on educational and social matters and on their further education and future careers

5. Participates in grade level, department, school, and parent meetings

F. Other:

1. Teach knowledge and skills in physical fitness, health education, rhythms and dance, and individual, dual or team sports, utilizing curriculum and other appropriate learning activities

2. Instruct students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures

3. Work to plan and implement a balanced physical education program

4. Analyze, demonstrate, and explains basic skills, knowledge and strategies of formal sports, games, rhythms, and fundamentals of body movement

5. Develop lesson plans and supplementary materials

6. Establish and maintain standards of student behavior to provide an orderly, productive environment in the physical education areas

7. Provide appropriate safety instruction and makes safety checks on equipment and field areas to ensure the overall safety of students

8. Evaluate academic and social growth of students, prepares report cards, and keeps appropriate records to include attendance reports, checklists, census forms, and other recordkeeping activities as necessary

9. Maintain control of storage and use of school property

10. Evaluate each student’s growth in physical skills, knowledge and contribution in team sports

11. Communicate with parents and school counselors on student progress

12. Supervise students in out of classroom activities during the assigned working day.

13. Administer testing in accordance with division testing practices

14. Model nondiscriminatory practices in all activities

15. Maintain appropriate licenses and training hours as required

16. Comply with applicable District, state, local and federal laws, rules and regulations

17. Attend work regularly

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45,000 - $55,000