Anticipated Elementary PE Teacher SY25/26

Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established urban school district is seeking a dedicated Elementary PE Teacher for the upcoming school year. This role focuses on fostering student growth through physical education, ensuring that every child develops the skills and behaviors necessary for a healthy, active lifestyle. As part of a diverse and dynamic educational environment, you will engage students in meaningful activities, assess their progress, and collaborate with colleagues to enhance the curriculum. Join a team that values professional development and community involvement, where your contributions can make a lasting impact on the lives of students in Kansas City. This opportunity is perfect for passionate educators eager to inspire the next generation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education and a teaching certification required.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate student comprehension and application of physical education concepts.
• Assess student abilities and manage classroom behavior effectively.
• Plan and implement engaging lessons tailored to student needs.

Skills

Communication Skills

Classroom Management

Lesson Planning

Behavior Management

Knowledge of Curriculum

Professional Development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Teaching Certification

Tools

Educational Technology

Job description

Anticipated Elementary PE Teacher SY25/26

The Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools (KCKPS) is a nationally recognized urban school district that serves approximately 22,000 students, with 60+ different languages spoken in the homes of our students. KCKPS is home to Sumner Academy, the #6 highest rated High School in the Nation and #1 High School in Kansas according to the US News rankings.

With Head Start/preschools, 28 elementary schools, 7 middle schools, and 5 college and career academies/high schools, we are the fifth largest district in the state of Kansas. Our student population is approximately 56% Hispanic, 24% African American, 9% White, and 6% Asian. To serve our students, the district employs approximately 4,000 employees, including more than 1,800 teachers.

JOB GOAL

To facilitate student comprehension and application of concepts, skills, and behaviors that contribute to the development of mature, able, and responsible members of society. To ensure continuous improvement in state and national performance levels to prepare students for college and careers in a global society, and at every level, performance is on-track and on-time for success.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Ability to implement 21st Century Skills into the curriculum.
• Ability to work a full duty day in the location or locations assigned.
• Assess student abilities related to desired educational goals, objectives, student outcomes, and Head Start Performance Standards to maximize student achievement.
• Plan and employ a variety of appropriate instruction/learning strategies and activities compatible with the physical facility and the needs and capabilities of the students.
• Manage the behavior of learners in the classroom and participate in the management of student behavior in other parts of the site.
• Communicate instructional expectations, student progress, or lack of progress to students and parents.
• Assess student achievement and maintain appropriate assessment and evaluation documentation for institutional and individual reporting purposes.
• Participate in planning effective instructional goals, objectives, methods, and curriculum with other program personnel.
• Engage in professional growth and development activities including staff meetings, in-service, and staff development activities as required or assigned.
• Assist in documenting student progress by maintaining and submitting appropriate records and reports.
• Ensure that the classroom and/or instructional environment is attractive, healthful, safe, and conducive to learning.
• Participate in extracurricular activities as requested by the principal.
• Participate as a regular teacher in IEP meetings for IDEA students.
• Possess good knowledge of content, curriculum, methods, materials, and equipment of instructional specialty.
• Understand student growth and development applicable to the grade assigned.
• Stay informed on current research and theory.
• Plan and implement lessons based on curriculum objectives and the needs and abilities of students.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with students, parents, and peers, including serving as a family advocate in the district-wide Family Advocate System and participating in home visits.
• Exhibit skilled and effective oral and written communication.
• Demonstrate excellent human relations skills.
• Possess the physical and emotional ability to perform required work and move about as needed in a fast-paced, high-intensity work environment.
• Monitor student work and behavior effectively.
• Exhibit patience, caring, and a desire to work with students and parents to ensure each student has the opportunity to succeed.
• Take attendance and keep attendance registers according to Board policy.
• Know and follow Section 504 and IDEA amendments.
• Maintain a courteous and professional demeanor at all times.
• Maintain a neat and professional appearance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

COMMUNICATION/ORGANIZATION: Maintain communication with school personnel and parents/guardians to enhance cooperative action meeting the educational needs of students.

Utilize existing technology effectively in the performance of duties.

REASONING ABILITY: Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Read, analyze, and interpret general professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Write reports, general curriculum and learning theories, correspondence, and protocols. Present information and respond to questions from groups of administrators, staff, parents, students, and the general public effectively.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk, stand, and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud and is a standard acceptable level for this environment. The employee is directly responsible for students' safety, work output, and well-being.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: Apply knowledge of current research and theory to the instructional program; plan and implement lessons based on division and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, parents, and the community; speak clearly and concisely in written or oral communication.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 186 Days

Certified Salary Schedule

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FLSA STATUS: Exempt

REPORT TO: Director of Libraries and Building Principal

EVALUATION: Performance will be evaluated in accordance with Board of Education policy.