Teacher-PE

Boulder Valley School District; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Teacher-PE to inspire and engage students in physical education. This role focuses on creating meaningful learning experiences that promote physical development and social-emotional well-being. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to equity and inclusion, using innovative teaching methods to meet diverse student needs. Join a collaborative team dedicated to fostering a positive learning environment and empowering students to thrive. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of young learners in a supportive community.

Benefits

Free Health and Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Retirement Savings Plans

Flexible Spending Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Must hold a Colorado teaching license in Physical Education.
• Experience with inclusive education practices is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate learning experiences using innovative instructional strategies.
• Create a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students.

Skills

Communication Skills

Differentiated Instruction

Data-Driven Instruction

Classroom Management

Culturally Responsive Practices

Education

Colorado Teaching License

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Tools

Technology Integration

Job description

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Job Description

Boulder Valley School District is committed to create challenging, meaningful, and engaging learning opportunities so that all children thrive and are prepared for successful, civically engaged lives. Our comprehensive and innovative approach to education ensures that each student meets expectations relative to intellectual growth, physical development and social emotional well-being. The district covers approximately 500 square miles and serves the communities of Boulder, Erie, Louisville, Lafayette, Superior, Broomfield, Nederland, Ward, Jamestown and Gold Hill. Website: BVSD.

Job Description

Boulder Valley School District is committed to create challenging, meaningful, and engaging learning opportunities so that all children thrive and are prepared for successful, civically engaged lives. Our comprehensive and innovative approach to education ensures that each student meets expectations relative to intellectual growth, physical development and social emotional well-being. The district covers approximately 500 square miles and serves the communities of Boulder, Erie, Louisville, Lafayette, Superior, Broomfield, Nederland, Ward, Jamestown and Gold Hill. Website: BVSD.

Location: US:CO:ERIE

School: Meadowlark

Position Title: Teacher-PE

Position Start Date: August 5, 2025

Position Type: Teachers-Licensed

FTE: 0.840 - 33.60 hours per week - Regular, ongoing

Work Schedule: 186 Days

Closing Date: May 8, 2025

Our People Are Our Strength in BVSD

Meadowlark

Opened in the Fall of 2017, Boulder Valley School District’s first school in Erie, Colorado, serves students K through 8th grade with a preschool program. The school is a dynamic learning environment organized into five learning communities: PK-K, 1st-2nd, 3rd-4th, 5th-6th and 7th-8th. Flexible grouping arrangements and project/problem based learning are core instructional strategies in creating challenging, meaningful and engaging learning opportunities for all students.

The innovative educational spaces provide purposeful, flexible spaces for collaboration and partnerships for all stakeholders. Personalized learning is the core tenet of our learning community model. Staff teach all subject areas and work in collaboration with students, family and the community to support social, emotional, physical, and academic growth. A key priority is ensuring the needs of all students are met. Visit the Meadowlark website for more information.

Summary

A BVSD teacher demonstrates a strong knowledge of the curriculum and content area while positively impacting student achievement through innovative instructional strategies and effectively managing the learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate learning experiences and teaches the course of study as outlined by the District approved curriculum; utilizes innovative and differentiated instructional strategies to meet individual needs and motivate students; and plans and develops an engaging, age-appropriate course of study in the classroom using the approved District instructional model and adhering to state and school district curriculum guidelines.
• Utilize a Data Driven Instruction and Inquiry (DDI) model to systematically improve student learning; assess student proficiency using formal and informal assessment tools; differentiate assessments based on individual needs; provide timely feedback and targeted interventions; plan and consistently deliver instruction that draws on results of student assessments; anticipate student misconceptions and plan lessons accordingly; report grades.
• Create and foster a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment in which all students see themselves represented in the classroom and understand the behavioral expectations; implements procedures and routines that maximize student learning; respond to student misconduct in a respectful manner using restorative practices; actively seek a variety of perspectives; demonstrate mutual respect for peers and adults in a variety of contexts; and communicate and involve parent/guardians in all aspects of their child’s education.
• Create and support a culture of equity and inclusion that values, accepts, and understands diversity and the impact of culturally responsive practices.
• Understand and identify barriers in classroom instructional practices that contribute to disproportionate outcomes for underrepresented groups of students.
• Develop positive relationships with parents/families; encourage parental involvement in students' education and ensure effective communication with students and parents; provide proactive, clear and constructive feedback to families about student progress and work collaboratively with the families and significant adults in the lives of their students; and foster two way communication with families.
• Exhibit a growth mindset through participation in high quality professional learning; actively participate in the evaluation process through goal setting, reflection, and development of new strategies and techniques.
• Participate in reflective dialogue with colleagues, focused on student learning, to enhance student learning and utilize shared values and norms to facilitate discussions in which all participants have a voice and contribute to the common goal. Collaborate with special education, CLDE, and GT teachers to provide meaningful inclusion and/or extension opportunities for students.
• Act ethically and professionally in personal conduct, relationships with others, decision-making, and collaboration; place children at the center of education and accept responsibility for each student’s academic success and well being. Supervise students in the classroom, halls, recess, before/after school duty, etc.; and enforce safety and security standards set by the District.
• Follow State legal requirements, negotiated agreement, and District and building policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

Required:

• Currently hold a Colorado teaching license or have licensure application in process with appropriate endorsement in: Physical Education (must upload license or in process documentation to application).
• Completed and submitted BVSD online application.
• The READ Act SB 19-199 (PDF) and SB22-004 (PDF) requires that all Colorado teachers who provide literacy instruction to students must earn a "READ Act Designation" by meeting specific requirements. If you are hired for a position requiring the READ Act Designation, you will be required to obtain it. Additional information can be found here.
  
  

Preferred

• Excellent oral and written communication skills; willingness to communicate frequently with families regarding school curriculum and student progress
• Knowledge of and deep belief in inclusion in the general education classroom for all students, including those on an IEP and/or learning English
• Dedication to high standards of excellence and the success of all students; ability to personalize instruction for students so that all are challenged to learn
• Data-driven evidence of closing the achievement gap and deep knowledge of instructional practices that will do so
• Technologically literate and motivated to use technology to enhance learning
• Strong collaborative skills
• Innovative thinking, problem-solving and teaching practices
• Flexible in all aspects of the profession
• Experience using flexible grouping arrangements to meet the needs of learners
• Understand and embrace the BVSD Innovation Guiding Principles: http://bvsdsuccesseffect.org/educational-innovation/
• Use empathy to understand learners, stakeholders and problems
• Value parents as partners in education and involve parents appropriately in the learning process in and out of school
• Skilled in using technology to enhance learning
• Use inquiry-based learning as a key tool in facilitating student success: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OKxLFYQZr_sgHj09LCQF7Uk1LKapVNWZ-6v7gaFcUQA/edit
• Intimately familiar with design process principles
• Balance and support children’s social, emotional, physical and academic development in the learning process
• Create cross-curricular, collaborative learning opportunities to maximize student engagement and achievement
• Understanding of Design Thinking principles
• Understanding of Project-Based Learning
• Understanding of Professional Learning Communities
• Consensus building skills
  
  

Salary Information

Salary Placement varies according to experience and education.

BVSD engages in a salary placement process vs. a salary negotiation process. This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience and education. All salaries are set by Human Resources based on a review of qualifications compared to the requirements on the job description; therefore listing all related education and experience on your application is recommended.



Application And Selection Procedure

• External Candidates: Apply on-line at jobs.bvsd
• Current BVSD Employees: Must apply through the INFOR portal
• If you do not have internet access, a computer is available in the Human Resources Division, Education Center, 6500 E. Arapahoe, Boulder, Colorado.
• Applications are reviewed to match candidates with position qualifications, with a limited number selected for interviews. For the final selection, employment is contingent upon successful completion of the post-offer screening process, including a background check and possible medical examination.
  
  

Benefits & Eligibility

Boulder Valley School District is proud to offer eligible employees excellent benefits which may include:

• Free high-quality Health and Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Personalized Benefits
• Identity Theft Protection
• Flexible Spending Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans
• EcoPass
  
  

Please see our Benefits Page for information on the benefits we offer and eligibility information.

The Boulder Valley School District is an equal opportunity educational institution and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, sex, gender identity/expression, national origin, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status in admission or access to, and treatment and employment in its educational programs or activities. Inquiries or complaints: BVSD Legal Counsel - 720-561-5903; Office for Civil Rights - http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/addresses.html

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