Bronx NY-Physical Education/Health Teacher

Essential Performance Responsibilities

• Develops and administers Physical Education classes consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Teaches knowledge of, and develops skills and abilities in, physical fitness, rhythm and dance, coordination and agility, exercise, and sports.
• Develops students' concepts in leadership, teamwork, responsibility and social skills; providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and appropriate feedback to regarding student progress, expectations, and goals.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student growth and progress in physical educational activities, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Aides in coordinating extra-curricular activities, including student performances, assembles, and athletic events.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards, school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Collaborates with other professional staff members, especially within physical education and grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
• Inspects equipment and field areas used to ensure they are in good and safe working order.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required. (Masters preferred)
• Valid New York Instructional Certificate and Subject Area Endorsement or eligibility
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation
• Demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary
• Demonstrate working knowledge of the use of various technological software and equipment for tasks such as, but not limited to, word processing, data management, information retrieval, visual presentations, and telecommunications
• Understand the requirement to maintain confidentiality concerning charter school-related matters
• Knowledge of child growth and development, individual differences in ability, personality and interests and learning/motivational techniques
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students
• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles
• Knowledge of physiology, health and nutrition, biology and biological functions, anatomy, hygiene, exercise, and best ways to promote physical and mental well-being
• Knowledge of grade specific school curriculum and concepts, including all subject matters taught
• Knowledge of Smartboard functions and tools
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work; parents, students, faculty etc.