Teacher: Physical Education

Anne Arundel County Public Schools; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physical Education Teacher to inspire and educate students in a dynamic environment. This role involves creating engaging instructional plans, fostering a positive classroom atmosphere, and utilizing various teaching techniques to meet the diverse needs of students. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in education and have experience with virtual learning technologies. Join a team committed to student development and success, where your contributions will make a significant impact on the lives of young learners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education required.
• Experience with virtual learning and technology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and modify instructional plans for diverse student needs.
• Evaluate student progress and maintain classroom discipline.

Skills

Instructional Planning

Classroom Management

Bilingual Education

Communication Skills

Crisis Intervention

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Tools

Learning Management Systems

Video Conferencing Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Title Code:

Teacher: Physical Education

This posting creates a pool of candidates for future positions that may become available.

JOB SUMMARY
Provides for instruction of students by developing, selecting, and modifying instructional plans and materials and presenting them using instructional techniques which meet the needs of all students. Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of students. Supervises students in a variety of school-related settings and activities. Bilingual and biliterate in targeted language may be required depending on assignment. Virtual experience may be required based on assignment.

Additional Work Days/Hours
Based on the assignment, the following additional work days and/or hours may be required as needed:

• Ability to work flexible schedules
• Evenings/Nights
• Outside of normal business hours
• Weekends

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establishes clear goals and objectives related to the School Improvement Plan. Plans and prepares lessons, assignments, and instructional materials.
• Establishes learning objectives consistent with appraisal of student needs, curriculum framework, and knowledge of human growth and development.
• Prepares, administers and corrects evaluations and assessments, and records results.
• Selects and uses appropriate instructional strategies including, but not limited to, lectures, group discussions, demonstrations, modeling and multi-media teaching aids to present subject matter to students.
• Evaluates student progress using appropriate assessment techniques. Maintains order and discipline in the classroom conducive to effective learning and takes all necessary safety precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Creates a classroom environment that provides for student involvement in the learning process and enables each student to achieve learning objectives.
• Counsels pupils when academic and adjustment problems arise. Confers with parents and students regarding progress/problems of assigned students; arranges and participates in teacher-parent or teacher-student conferences as necessary.
• Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, textbooks, materials and facilities. Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, Board Policy and Administrative Regulation.
• Attends and actively participates in staff/faculty meetings and provides input regarding the planning of instructional goals, objectives and methods. May serve on special committees.
• Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for instructional assistants, teacher assistants, and volunteers.
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university required.

Experience

• One (1) year experience with virtual learning technology, remote instruction platforms, Learning Management Systems, and video conferencing tools, if assigned to Virtual Academy required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Knowledge of school organization; goals and objectives; curriculum; teaching techniques; current trends, research and materials of instruction in field of specialization.
• Understanding of the teaching/learning process.
• Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education. Ability to infuse technology into curriculum.
• Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office and school board staff, students, parents and community.
• Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.
• Crisis intervention may require participating in physical restraints.
• Ability to demonstrate techniques necessary to instruct students in area of assignment.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Ability to travel to/from Maryland Sites as necessary at the expense of the employee is required for in-person appearances at various intervals throughout the duration of the school year.
• Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite – Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).

Language Requirements

• Bilingual/Biliterate If assigned to bilingual program, bilingual and biliterate in targeted language native or near native required.

Licenses and Certifications
Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.

• Hold or be eligible for Educator Certification: Professional Certificate appropriate to the assigned teaching content area issued by Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) required; or
• Hold or be eligible for Educator License: Initial Professional License (IPL) issued by Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) required.

Driving Requirements

• N/A

LEADERSHIP ROLE

• N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands and working conditions 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.

Physical Demands

• Standing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Walking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Vision
The vision demands with correction described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• No special vision requirements

Work Environment
Location

• Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 percent of the time

Noise Level

• Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time

Weight & Force
Lifting and carrying requirements

• None:

Travel Requirements

• N/A

JOB INFORMATION

Approved Date: 10/1/2021 Established Date: 6/1/1997 Title Code: C21887 Title: TEACHER: PHYSICAL EDUCATION Alternate Title: Teacher: Physical Education Reports to Generic: Principal;Principal: Virtual Academy Reports to Specific: PRINCIPAL; PRINCIPAL: VIRTUAL ACADEMY

ORGANIZATION

Division: Academics Business Unit: Curriculum & Assessments Department: Curriculum & Assessments PK-12 Encore Negotiated Agreement: Teachers Association of Anne Arundel County (TAAAC)

HR JOB INFORMATION

Unit: I Days Worked: 191; 193; 260 FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt Grade: TG01;TG02;TG03;TG04;TG10;TG05;TG06;TG07

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