Elementary PE Instructor - Emerson Elementary

Job Summary

The Elementary PE Instructor is to supervise and teach elementary students; ensuring compliance with program requirements; assisting with parent education programs; and coordinating communications with parents.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or a recognized equivalent
• Per Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), interested applicants must be Highly Qualified and have completed one of the following:
  • Completed at least two years at an accredited higher education institution (minimum 48 semester hours), or
  • Obtained an associate's (or higher) degree from an accredited higher education institution, or
  • Satisfied a rigorous state or local assessment (Parapro Assessment/PRAXIS ETS) with a score of 460 or higher
• Hold or obtain CPR/First Aid Certificate within six months of hire
• Knowledge of classroom management skills necessary to effectively monitor and supervise elementary students
• Ability to operate standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications (e.g., phone, copier, Microsoft Office, PowerSchool, etc.)
• Consistently maintained composure and patience in challenging situations
• Effective communication skills with both children and adults, including speaking, reading, writing, and understanding English; proficiency in grammar and punctuation
• All positions require selected candidates to be fingerprinted and successfully pass a criminal background check

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a K-12 special education or public employment environment
• Spanish or other language proficiency, including ability to read, write, speak, and understand

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Instruct students in the development of physical skills and abilities (e.g., motor skills, exercises, etc.) to meet the requirements of the State Core Physical Education curriculum
• Operate physical education equipment and playground activities using standardized methods
• Monitor individual students in a variety of settings (e.g., classroom, playground activities, etc.) providing a safe and positive learning environment, adhering to safety practices
• Implement students' learning and behavior plans to meet students' social and behavioral interventions and health care plans and ensure compliance with IEPs
• Provide for the individual needs of students (e.g., assistive devices, supportive technology, assistance accessing facilities, etc.) to ensure access to a quality educational program
• Prepare teaching materials and related reports, document student progress (e.g., attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) and implement lesson plans; apply assessment instruments
• Perform record-keeping and clerical functions (e.g., scheduling, copying, data recording, etc.) to support the administrator
• Assess student learning, participation, and skills to provide quality, age-appropriate instruction
• Manage students' behavior and conflict, provide a safe and optimal learning environment, and report incidents (e.g., fights, suspected child abuse, neglect, suspected substance abuse, etc.) to ensure compliance with administrative, school policies, state and federal law
• Supervise academic enrichment activities (e.g., class activities, field trips, visits by guests, etc.) guiding students in learning from those enhancements
• Collaborate with school personnel and parents to improve the quality of student outcomes, develop solutions, plan curriculum, convey information on student progress, and encourage parental involvement
• Utilize resources from other work units to meet student needs
• Assist other personnel as required and needed (e.g., instructors, site administration, paraprofessionals, etc.) ensuring an efficient and effective work environment
• Independently interpret guidelines; communicate orally and in writing; communicate with diverse groups; maintain confidentiality; set priorities; work as part of a team; work with frequent interruptions; adapt to changing work priorities; be attentive to detail; analyze issues and create action plans for problem solving
• Participate in various meetings to receive and convey information
• Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit

Pay & Schedule

• Starting Wage: $22.00 hourly
• Work Calendar: Hourly FTE 0.7375 (Up to 29.5 Hours per Week)
• Contract Status: Non-Contract
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Reports To: Principal or Administrative Designee
• Salary Schedule/Lane: 86/S
• Anticipated Start Date: 08/17/2026

Benefits: Not Eligible

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