2026-27 Physical Education Teacher - Echo Mountain Primary/Intermediate

FTE: 1.0 | Non-Interim Position | Dates: 7/27/2026 – 5/27/2027

About the Role

The Physical Education Teacher supports the instructional process by developing student success in physical education and academic skills. This role involves supervising students, delivering instruction within established curriculum guidelines, collaborating with staff and parents, and responding to inquiries about student progress. The position reports to the Site Administrator.

Responsibilities

• Administer subject-specific assessments to evaluate student competencies.
• Advise parents/guardians on student progress, expectations, and methods for improvement.
• Monitor, motivate, and assess student progress toward course objectives and goals.
• Collaborate with instructional staff, school personnel, and parents to improve student outcomes.
• Counsel students or refer them to appropriate personnel for performance or personal issues.
• Demonstrate engaging pedagogical approaches tailored to individual student needs.
• Differentiate classroom instruction to address individualized learning within lesson plans.
• Direct student teachers, assistants, volunteers, or student workers to support classroom needs.
• Instruct students to improve academic success through a defined course of study.
• Motivate students to actively participate in all aspects of the learning process.
• Manage student behavior to ensure a safe and optimal learning environment.
• Monitor students in classrooms, on campus, during field trips, and in online labs for safety.
• Participate in district, staff, and departmental meetings to gather and convey information.
• Prepare written materials (grades, attendance, anecdotal records) to document progress.
• Report health and safety issues (e.g., fights, suspected abuse, behavioral concerns) to administrators or agencies.
• Respond to emergencies and direct them to appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Address inquiries from teachers, parents, and administrators regarding student progress or issues.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support the efficient functioning of the work unit.

Requirements

• Skills in administering assessment instruments, using office equipment and software, and maintaining accurate records.
• Knowledge of curriculum and instructional techniques, age-appropriate activities, lesson plan requirements, child development stages, and behavioral management strategies.
• Ability to schedule activities, gather and classify data, and work flexible hours as needed.
• Flexibility to work with diverse individuals and data, and adapt to changing work priorities.
• Problem-solving skills to analyze issues and create action plans, including independent interpretation of guidelines.
• Ability to establish constructive relationships, maintain confidentiality, exhibit tact and patience, and meet deadlines.
• Accountability, responsibility, self-motivation, and effective prioritization, organization, and time management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a job-related area.
• Arizona Teaching Certificate with appropriate certification in the core content area.
• SEI Endorsement required.
• Job-related experience is desired; knowledge of the district’s pvOnline curriculum and student management system is beneficial.
• Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card and criminal background clearance.

Work Environment

• Physical demands include occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling; significant stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; and fine finger dexterity.
• Typical work involves 10% sitting, 40% walking, and 50% standing.
• Exposure to temperature extremes and some risk of injury or illness.