Adjunct Elective Physical Education: Athletic Weights Teacher

Instruction and Curriculum

The Athletic Weights Teacher is responsible for providing a structured strength and conditioning program for high school students enrolled in the Elective Physical Education: Athletic Weights course. The curriculum should promote progressive improvement in strength, power, speed, mobility, flexibility, muscular endurance, and overall physical fitness.

• Develop and implement a structured strength and conditioning curriculum that aligns with state and district standards.
• Teach proper lifting techniques and movement patterns, including exercises like squats, presses, pulls, Olympic-style movements, body-weight exercises, and resistance training.
• Ensure students understand the importance of safety, proper technique, recovery, and injury prevention.
• Teach students about nutrition, hydration, sleep, and other lifestyle factors affecting physical performance and health.
• Differentiate instruction based on students' age, physical development, experience, ability, medical restrictions, and individual fitness goals.

Safety and Risk Management

Student safety is the highest priority. Direct supervision is provided during all strength and conditioning activities, and appropriate safety rules and procedures are taught and enforced.

• Establish and enforce weight-room safety rules and procedures.
• Monitor and enforce proper lifting techniques and spotting methods.
• Maintain equipment and training areas for safe use, reporting any unsafe conditions immediately.
• Respond appropriately to student injuries or medical emergencies, following emergency procedures.
• Follow student medical restrictions, physician instructions, individualized education plans, and other accommodations.

Athletic Development

Strength and conditioning instruction supports the development of the whole student, promoting balanced physical development and proper movement patterns.

• Coordinate with physical education staff, athletic administration, athletic trainers, coaches, and other school personnel to ensure student safety and development.
• Encourage students to participate in a variety of activities and sports, emphasizing foundational athletic qualities.
• Provide equitable instruction and opportunities for students regardless of athletic team participation, gender, ability level, or previous weight-training experience.

Weight Room and Equipment Responsibilities

The Athletic Weights Teacher assists in maintaining a clean, organized, and safe weight-room environment, ensuring appropriate equipment storage and use.

• Develop and enforce weight-room safety rules and procedures.
• Assist in maintaining equipment and facilities, conducting regular visual inspections, and reporting deficiencies or repair needs.
• Encourage students to take responsibility for maintaining the facility and equipment.

Professional Responsibilities

The Athletic Weights Teacher maintains appropriate Indiana teacher licensure and follows all relevant laws, regulations, and policies.

• Maintain current knowledge of accepted practices for high school strength training and conditioning.
• Participate in professional development and collaborate with colleagues.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, administrators, counselors, coaches, athletic trainers, and other staff members.
• Maintain student confidentiality and demonstrate professional judgment and ethical conduct.