Physical Education(0.5)/Health Teacher(0.5) - O’Keeffe - 1.0 FTE - 26-27 SY

About the role

Middle School Operations O'keeffe Middle is seeking a highly motivated and energetic applicant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a good attitude, willingness to learn, and a passion for impactful work and learning.

Responsibilities

• Identify common learning targets using standards (CCSS, SELS, Language)
• Develop daily and weekly plans to support student growth
• Create common year-long/course plans with essential questions and resources
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects
• Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' needs
• Analyze data and adjust instruction based on student achievement
• Provide daily opportunities for students to describe their reasoning and receive feedback
• Meet with parents/guardians to discuss their student's progress
• Collaborate with peers to reflect on student achievement and teacher practice data

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Official transcripts required for formal employment
• Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) teaching licenses in Physical Education (1530), Adaptive Physical Education (1860), and/or Health (1910) for the grade level(s) being taught
• Applications are considered on a rolling basis
• Must obtain and maintain the necessary teaching license for the position
• May require travel to different locations within the district and to off-site meetings
• Position may require working evenings, nights, and some weekends
• Some positions may offer hybrid work flexibility

Qualifications

• High expectations for every student
• Quality instructional practice
• Cultural competence
• Data proficiency
• Team collaboration
• Student & Family Engagement
• Resilience & Results Orientation
• Self-Awareness & Growth Mindset

Skills

• Knowledge of students' backgrounds, interests, styles, cultures, languages, individual needs, and assessment data
• Ability to analyze data and adjust instruction based on student achievement
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work under generally safe and comfortable conditions

Benefits

The Madison Metropolitan School District offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Compensation package with a minimum annual salary of $52,154 (25-26 TE Salary Schedule)
• Length of Contract: 192 days
• Exempt employment type

Pay

Minimum Annual Compensation: $52,154 (25-26 TE Salary Schedule)

Schedule

Length of Contract: 192 days

Application Instructions

Applications are considered on a rolling basis. Please submit your application materials to [insert contact information]. Failure to do so will result in your contract being voided.

Next Steps

Upon submitting your application, a hiring manager may reach out to you to schedule an interview. Candidates who indicate fluency in Spanish and/or Hmong are invited to apply for bilingual positions and will be asked to complete reading, writing, and oral language proficiency assessments.

Disclaimer

This position description is subject to change at any time. The above job description does not limit the duties and responsibilities listed above as they are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. Employees in this position may be required to perform additional job-related tasks as directed by the supervisor.