PE Teacher - Coach

Primary Purpose:

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in Physical Education to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society. 

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from accredited university
Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or required training for subject and level assigned
Demonstrated competency in the area assigned
 
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of academic subject assigned
General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
 
Experience:
At least one year student teaching or approved internship
 

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies:

1. Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.
2. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student physical condition and learning styles.
3. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
4. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
5. Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
6. Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
7. Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
8. Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
9. Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
10. Demonstrate and teach basic skills, knowledge, and strategies, in sports, games, rhythm and exercise.
11. Instruct students in proper care and use of materials and equipment.

Student Growth and Development:

1. Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
2. Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
3. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.

Classroom Management and Organization:

1. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
2. Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
3. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
4. Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
5. Maintain a current inventory of all program fixed assets.
6. Oversee process of cleaning, repairing, and storing all campus athletic equipment.

Communication:

1. Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
2. Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
3. Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

Professional Growth and Development:

1. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
2. Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
3. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.   

Other:

1. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
2. Participate in staff development, faculty meetings, and special events as needed.
3. Be punctual in all areas.
4. Maintain a positive attitude.
5. Be a positive role model for all students.
6. All other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise assigned teacher aide(s).

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing.
Move small stacks of textbooks, music/media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.