Physical Education Teacher

American Learning; Delray Beach (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% tuition for employees' children

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

401K with partial employer match

Yearly bonuses

Free Summer Day Camp for employees'  -

Job summary

American Heritage Schools in Delray Beach seeks a dedicated Physical Education Teacher to educate and support students toward learning targets. You will be a content-area expert who builds positive relationships and maintains routines to foster a collaborative learning environment.

The role requires planning engaging lessons, assessing progress, and providing timely feedback. You will differentiate tasks, integrate instructional technologies, and collaborate with staff to enhance the school’s

Qualifications

• 3+ years teaching experience in a K-12 setting
• Florida State Teaching License or single subject credential
• B.A./B.S. in education or BFA for arts instructors
• Professional experience in related field

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate mastery of content knowledge
• Provide engaging, standards-aligned PE lessons
• Assess learning with formative and summative measures
• Differentiate and modify tasks for student needs
• Ensure student safety and positive behavior
• Communicate progress to parents and admin

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Educational technology

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Education

Florida teaching license

B.A./B.S. in education

ESOL endorsed

ESE certification

Tools

iPads

Learning software

MS Office

Job description

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Physical Education Teacher

Professional Delray Beach, Delray Beach, FL, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1345

American Heritage Schools is currently accepting applications for a Physical Education Teacher.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Physical Education Teacher is responsible for educating and supporting students to help them reach learning targets. Teachers must be content area experts who make sound instructional decisions, create and maintain a learning environment where positive relationships are built and routines and procedures are in place to create collective responsibility. Teachers are responsible for providing rich learning tasks for intellectual engagement, assessing formatively and summatively, and providing feedback to students for their academic achievement.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Demonstrate mastery of content knowledge

Ensure a high-quality learning experience; plan and implement learning tasks with purpose and innovation:

Follow the AHS curriculum framework/scope and sequence

Articulate instructional purpose and learning outcomes

Design structured lessons and activities with a focus on student engagement and critical thinking

Curate and design resources and incorporate instructional technologies aligned with learning outcomes

Provide clear expectations for learning, clear explanations of content, and use academic language

Align activities, assignments, questions, and discussions with learning outcomes

Enter all lesson activities, assignments, and assessments into the school's learning management system one week in advance by each Friday afternoon; include due dates for all assignments and assessments so that they are visible in student and parent calendars

Ensure learning by all students by frequently monitoring student understanding

Assess learning in a variety of ways, using formative and summative measures including but not limited to traditional and alternative assessments; prepare and administer semester and/or final exams and standardized tests

Provide timely and relevant feedback to students and parents; enter grades into the school learning management/student information systems weekly

Use assessment data to inform instructional decisions

Differentiated and modify learning tasks according to student need; implement accommodations as directed

Demonstrate caring and respect in interactions with students

Establish routines and procedures for a productive physical environment

Monitor student behavior so that students take ownership and contribute to a positive, productive learning environment

Maintain standards of appropriate discipline in accordance with school rules and the student handbook

Provide for students' safety and general welfare

Proactively communicate with parents, principals, and academic advisors

Prepare progress reports and provide comments as needed

Conduct parent/teacher conferences quarterly and as needed

Be an active contributor to the school’s curriculum; provide feedback and share resources with colleagues

Contribute to team-planning; attend and engage in professional learning communities (formal cross-campus meetings for collaboration and intensive reflection upon instructional practices and desired student outcomes); attend team, department, and staff meetings

Demonstrate a commitment to professional learning

Prepare for and attend required events including but not limited to Back to School Night, Meet and Greets, Conference Days, and Professional Development Days

Provide required weekly extra help after school

SECONDARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

If teaching in the Academy Program, provide expert differentiated instruction and demonstrate strategies for meeting the needs of students with mild learning differences

Manage facility and equipment for specialized instructional areas such as Science, Engineering, etc. as warranted. Examples include Science and Engineering labs, Environmental Education Center, Dance rooms, Theaters, Gymnasium, Weight Room, etc.

Coordinate and attend events for specialized instructional areas as warranted including but not limited to Open House, Pre-Professional Education Night, Fine Arts Festival, Theater Productions, Band and Orchestra Concerts, School Fairs/Contests, District and State Competitions

Ensure the effective and efficient deployment of classroom support from teaching assistants; evaluate teacher assistants annually

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Preferred minimum three years teaching experience in a K-12 instructional setting

Valid Florida State Teaching License or single subject teaching credential, certification and/or experience in a specialized subject; ESOL endorsed, ESE certification preferred

B.A./B.S. in education from an accredited institution or B.F.A. for fine arts instructors

Professional experience in related field

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Exceptional interpersonal skills; ability to facilitate and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing

Ability to utilize educational technologies such as iPads, learning software, and basic word processing software

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Flexibility, organization, decision-making, and problem-solving skills

WORK ENVIRONMENT

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Prolonged standing/ sitting

Stooping and/or kneeling

Running

BENEFITS

100% free tuition for all employees' eligible children *

50% discount for Summer Education for employees' eligible children

Free Summer Day Camp for employees' eligible children while working over the summer.

Free early care & after-care for employees' eligible children while working

Yearly bonuses

401K with partial employer match after a year of employment

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

Pet Insurance options

Short-term & Long-term Disability options

Life Insurance at no cost to the employee

Affordable Company housing when available

Additional earnings available through Tutoring Department and Summer Education Programs

Free Continuing Education available

* This benefit is based on space availability and child acceptance to the school.

OTHER

Employee understands that other tasks or duties may be added or assigned from time to time, in the discretion of the administration. The School reserves the right to modify, change, or amend this job description at any time. This is not a contract of employment. If you are employed under a contract with the School, you should refer to your contract regarding specific terms outlined therein concerning the duration of your employment. This job description supplements your duties and responsibilities. This job description does not alter your "at-will" status.

AHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.