Elementary PE Instructor - Backman Elementary

Salt Lake City School District; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salt Lake City School District invites applications for an Elementary PE Instructor who will supervise and teach elementary students, ensuring program requirements are met and communications with parents are coordinated. The role is part-time, 0.7375 FTE, and begins August 17, 2026.

The position focuses on physical education under the district’s curriculum and safety guidelines, with duties including lesson planning and collaboration with staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must pass fingerprint/background check.
• ESSA requires Highly Qualified status with one of: 48 semester hours, an associate degree, or a PRAXIS/Parapro score 460+.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students in physical education per State Core curriculum and operate PE equipment.
• Monitor students in classroom, playground, and other settings to maintain a safe learning environment.
• Implement students’ learning and behavior plans to support social and behavioral goals.
• Prepare teaching materials and track student progress, including attendance and records.
• Perform scheduling, data recording, and other clerical tasks to support the administration.
• Assess student participation and progress to deliver age-appropriate instruction.
• Manage student behavior and report incidents in line with policies and laws.
• Lead enrichment activities and collaborate with staff and parents to improve outcomes.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of college credits (48 semester hours)

Associate degree or higher

Parapro Assessment/PRAXIS ETS score 460+

Tools

Microsoft Office

PowerSchool

Job description

• FTE:** 0.7375 (Up to 29.5 Hours per Week)
• Contract Status:** Non-Contract
• FLSA Status:** Non- Exempt
• Reports To:** Principal or Administrative Designee
• Starting Wage:** $ 22.00 hourly
• Salary Schedule/Lane:** 86/S
• Anticipated Start Date:** 08/17/2026

• Work Calendar:** Hourly
• FTE:** 0.7375 (Up to 29.5 Hours per Week)
• Contract Status:** Non-Contract
• FLSA Status:** Non- Exempt
• Reports To:** Principal or Administrative Designee
• Starting Wage:** $ 22.00 hourly
• Salary Schedule/Lane:** 86/S
• Benefits:** Not Eligible
• Anticipated Start Date:** 08/17/2026

Vacancies Available: 1

Job Summary

*The Elementary PE Instructor is to supervise and teach elementary students; ensuring compliance with program requirements; assisting with parent education programs; and coordinating communications with parents.*

Minimum Required Qualifications

• *All positions require selected candidates to be fingerprinted and successfully pass a criminal background check.* Additional minimum required qualifications for this position are:
• High school diploma or a recognized equivalent
• *Per Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), interested applicants must be Highly Qualified to be considered for the position* *and have completed one of the following:*
• - completed at least two years at an accredited higher education institution (minimum 48 semester hours), or
• obtained an associates (or higher) degree from an accredited higher education institution, or
• satisfied a rigorous state or local assessment (Parapro Assessment/PRAXIS ETS) with a score of 460 or higher

*The higher education institution official transcripts, or college diploma, or a copy of the Paraprofessional Assessment must be provided with your application or upon a contingent offer of employment.* *Unofficial transcripts can be a placeholder until official transcripts are provided*

• Hold or obtain CPR/First Aid Certificate within six months of hire
• Knowledge of classroom management skills necessary to effectively monitor and supervise Elementary students; operate standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications (e.g., phone, copier, Microsoft Office, PowerSchool etc.)
• Consistently maintained composure and patience in challenging situations
• Effective communication skills with both children and adults, including speaking, reading, writing, and understanding English; proficiency in grammar and punctuation

Preferred Qualifications

*These are examples of skills and experience that the best qualified candidates may have. Not having one or all of them does not disqualify any candidate from consideration*

• Experience in a K-12 special education or public employment environment
• Spanish or other language proficiency, including ability to read, write, speak, and understand

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Instruct students in the development of physical skills and abilities (e.g., motor skills, exercises, etc.) to meet the requirements of the **State Core Physical Education curriculum.** Operate physical education equipment and playground activities using standardized methods
• Monitors individual students in a variety of settings (e.g., classroom, playground activities, etc.) providing a safe and positive learning environment, adhering to safety practices
• Implement students' learning and behavior plans to meet students' social and behavioral intervention

s and health care plans and ensure compliance with IEPs. Provide for the individual needs of students (e.g., assistive devices, supportive technology, assistance accessing facilities, etc.) to ensure access to a quality educational program

• Prepare teaching materials and related reports, document student progress (e.g., attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) and implement lesson plans; apply assessment instruments
• Performs record-keeping and clerical functions (e.g., scheduling, copying, data recording, etc.) to support the admi istrator
• Assess student learning, participation, and skills to provide quality, age-appropriate instruction
• Manage students' behavior and conflict, provide a safe and optimal learning environment, and report incidents (e.g., fights, suspected child abuse, neglect, suspected substance abuse, etc.) to ensure compliance with administrative, school policies, state and federal law
• Supervise academic enrichment activities (e.g., class activities, field trips, visits by guests, etc.) guiding students in learning from those enhancements
• Collaborate with school personnel and parents to improve the quality of student outcomes, develop solutions, plan curriculum, convey information on student progress, and encourage parental involvement
• Utilize resources from other work units to meet student needs
• Assists other personnel as required and needed (e.g., instructors, site administration, paraprofessionals, etc.) ensuring an efficient and effective work environment
• Independently interpret guidelines; communicate orally and in writing; communicate with diverse groups; maintain confidentiality; set priorities; work as part of a team; work with frequent interruptions; adapt to changing work priorities; be attentive to detail; analyze issues and create action plans for problem solving
• Participate in various meetings to receive and convey information
• Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit
• EMPLOYEE SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:** No

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Elementary PE Instructor Physical Demands Form

The Salt Lake City School District is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact us at Human Resource Services - Salt Lake City School District (slcschools.org) or call 801-578-8340.

Non-Discrimination Statement

No district employee or student shall be subjected to discrimination in employment or any district program or activity on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The district is committed to providing equal access and equal opportunity in its programs, services and employment including its policies, complaint processes, program accessibility, district facility use, accommodations and other Equal Employment Opportunity matters. The district also provides equal access to district facilities for all youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code, including scouting groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and complaints regarding unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation: Tina Hatch, Compliance and Investigations/Title IX Coordinator, 406 East 100 South, Salt Lake City, Utah 84111, [phone]. You may also contact the Office f or Civil Rights, Denver, CO, [phone].