What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Education Elementary School Teacher (Kg - 8th) position at Star of the North Academy?
Due to a second site expansion, Star of the North Academy is looking to hire teachers in every grade level.
Date of Availability: 2024-2025 School Year
Date Closing: Until Filled
Work Day/Year: Full-time, 1.0 FTE, Physical Education Teacher
Star of the North Academy is a public K-8 charter school focused on closing the achievement gap. We seek to create a K- 8 school experience for young scholars that empowers them with knowledge, character, and leadership skills.
Summary:
A Physical Education teacher instructs students on healthy living, exercise and physical fitness. S/He organizes and supervises athletic activity during class and instructs students on proper exercise routines and technique. This position reports to the executive director.
Responsibilities:
- Instruct students in physical education activities
- Plan physical education programs to promote development of student's physical attributes and social skills.
- Prepare lesson plans and conduct daily classroom instruction in physical education/health at an appropriate instructional level
- Maintaining a healthy learning environment for the students in both the classroom as well as instruction
- Monitoring and management of students’ behavior, including appropriate enforcement of student behavior rules
- Teach individual and team sports to students, utilizing knowledge of sports techniques and of physical capabilities of students.
- Organize, lead, instruct, and referee indoor and outdoor games, such as volleyball, baseball, and basketball.
- Teach and demonstrate proper calisthenics for individuals or groups in both beginning or advanced.
- Following professional practices consistent with school policies in working with students, students’ records, parents and colleagues
- Maintaining a professional demeanor in dealings with parents and students
- Work with students, parents, and Impact Coaches to resolve student problems.
- Select, store, order, issue, and inventory equipment, materials, and supplies used in physical education programs.
- Providing adequate information, plans and materials for substitute teachers
- Maintaining accurate, complete and appropriate records and files
- Work as a positive and collaborative member of the Athletic Program to foster the primary goals of school and the Athletic Program
- May specialize in instructing specific sports, such as soccer, basketball, volleyball, badminton, tennis, or swimming.
- Incorporate and promote a positive environment for all student athletes that nurtures self-esteem, high values, and life-long learning
- Complying with conditions as stated in employee contract and handbook
- Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.
Qualifications:
- The minimum of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
- A valid Minnesota Teacher's License
- Professional verification of successful classroom teacher performance and/or student teaching experience.
- Teaching experience in diverse cultural settings is valued.
Compensation:
Star of the North Academy's salary for this position is competitive and based on prior experience. In addition, Star of the North Academy offers a benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, Sick time, and other incentives.
To Apply:
Please submit your resume and cover letter to eibrahim@snacharterschool.org
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $43,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $43,000
