ELEMENTARY PHYSICAL EDUCATION (PE) TEACHER

Shiprock-Associated-Schools,-Inc.; Shiprock (NM); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Shiprock Associated Schools, Inc. is seeking a dedicated K-6 Physical Education teacher to provide a high-quality, safe and motivating learning environment. The role emphasizes lifelong fitness, healthy habits, and sportsmanship in alignment with New Mexico standards.

The candidate should hold a BA/BS in Physical Education and NM licensure, with 24 subject-hours, and may need CPR/First Aid certification within the specified timeframe. Navajo/English bilingual abilities are preferred.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Physical Education or related field with 24 credit hours in the subject
• Active NM physical education licensure/endorsement preferred
• Knowledge of fiscal compliance per P.L. 100-297 / IDEA / P.L. 107-110 (NCLB)
• Bilingual Navajo/English preferred
• Valid driver’s license required
• CPR/First Aid cert. or ability to obtain within 30/60 days

Responsibilities

• Complies with SASI policies and procedures.
• Represents SASI professionally to the community.
• Maintains high standards of professional conduct.
• Interacts with staff, students, parents, and visitors in a welcoming manner.
• Works as a team member with SASI staff.
• Protects confidentiality of student and personnel information.
• Supports New Mexico State Competencies in teaching and classroom management.
• Submits attendance and weekly lesson plans aligned with NM standards.
• Analyzes student fitness data through ongoing planning and progress monitoring.
• Maintains safe gym/field facilities and reports needed repairs.
• Participates in staff trainings and parent conferences; may require evening commitments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication with students

Education

BA/BS in Physical Education with 24 credit hours in subject specialization

Teacher Licensure in Physical Education (NM)

Job description

POSITION GOAL

To provide and create a high-quality physical education learning environment that is safe, meaningful, motivational, and appropriate for the grades K-6, promoting lifelong physical fitness, healthy habits, and good sportsmanship among students.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

1. BA/BS in Physical Education, Health Education, Kinesiology, or related field, with 24 credit hours in the subject specialization.
2. Teacher Licensure and Endorsement in Physical Education as appropriate for New Mexico.
3. Knowledge of fiscal compliance as required P.L. 100-297, IDEA, P.L. 107-110 (NCLB).
4. Bilingual (Navajo/English) preferred.
5. Have a valid driver's license.
6. Current CPR/First Aid certification, or ability to obtain within [30/60] days of hire.

NAVAJO PREFERENCE

Preferential consideration for employment will be given to persons of documented Navajo tribal membership who meet the qualifications above, in accordance with the requirements of the Navajo Preference in Employment Act.

ADDITIONAL PREFERENCES

1. Knowledge of the language(s), traditions, and culture of Shiprock Associated Schools, Inc.
2. Knowledge of the physical, economic, and social environment of the Shiprock Associated Schools, Inc. that is likely to affect student progress in school.
3. Knowledge of appropriate professional relationships with Native American students and parents.
4. Ability to be dependable and punctual in attendance at work.
5. Ability to understand, speak, read, and write the English language.
6. Ability to maintain harmonious interpersonal relationships on the job, with other SASI employees, students, parents, and community members.
7. Ability to determine when to refer problems and situations to a higher authority and the willingness to do so.
8. Ability to demonstrate new skills and subject areas through formal training.
9. Ability to prepare oral and written reports on the job and follow specific written instructions.
10. Experience coaching or organizing youth sports and physical activities.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Complies with, supports, and efficiently carries out all responsibilities in accordance with SASI policies and procedures.
2. Represents SASI in a professional manner that enhances community understanding of the program.
3. Maintains a high personal standard of professional and ethical conduct.
4. Interacts with staff, students, parents, and visitors in a welcoming and friendly manner.
5. Works as a team member with all SASI staff.
6. Protects the confidentiality of student and personnel information.
7. Supports and meets the six New Mexico State Competencies:
   a. The teacher communicates accurately and effectively in the content area and maintains a professional rapport with students.
   b. The teacher maintains communication and feedback from students in a manner that enhances students' learning and understanding.
   c. The teacher appropriately utilizes a variety of teaching methods and resources for each area taught.
   d. The teacher engages the development of student involvement, responsibility, critical thinking skills, and appropriate physical education vocabulary and concepts.
   e. The teacher manages the gymnasium, field, or activity space to ensure the best use of instructional time.
   f. The teacher creates an atmosphere conducive to learning, achievement, physical activity, and self-discipline.
8. Agrees to support and implement the adopted physical education curriculum for use by SASI, including applicable New Mexico Physical Education Content Standards and Benchmarks.
9. Submits daily attendance and weekly lesson plans aligned with New Mexico State Standards and Benchmarks.
10. Works effectively as a team member in collecting and analyzing student fitness/performance data systematically through an on-going process of planning, developing, implementing, and progress monitoring to achieve established goals.
11. Models effective classroom and activity-space management techniques and teaching strategies using a variety of instructional approaches (games, drills, fitness activities, team and individual sports) to assure that students have the opportunity to learn to their fullest potential.
12. Implements an on-going analysis and appraisal of student progress, while maintaining accurate files and records.
13. Administers physical fitness assessments and standardized test instruments as scheduled and assigned.
14. Refers students for diagnostic testing, adaptive PE services, or other support as appropriate.
15. Inspects and assures that gymnasium/field equipment and facilities are safe, properly maintained, and free from unwarranted wear and tear, damage, or safety hazards; reports needed repairs promptly.
16. Provides for own professional growth through reading, workshops, seminars, conferences, in-services, and actively participates in trainings as scheduled by the supervisor.
17. Participates in parent conferences and two PAC meetings per year.
18. Participates in SASI sponsored activities, some of which may require work in the evenings/nights (e.g., field days, sports events, family fitness nights).
19. Enforces safety rules and procedures during physical activity, including proper use of equipment and supervision of students at all times.
20. Performs other duties as assigned.

EVALUATION

Will be evaluated in accordance with the Shiprock Associated Schools, Inc. policies and procedures.

CERTIFICATION

The statements outlined in this position description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. This is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.