Physical Education/Health Teacher - Middle School - Open until filled

Purpose Statement

The job of Physical Education Teacher is done for the purpose of providing support to the instructional process by serving as a teacher with specific responsibility for developing students' physical skills and abilities; supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas; developing lesson plans and delivering group and individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines; collaborating with other teachers, professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and classroom issues; and responding to a wide range of inquiries from students' parents or guardians regarding the instructional program and student progress.

Essential Functions

• Administers subject‑specific assessments and tests to assess student competencies.
• Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress, communicating expectations, achievements, and methods for improvement.
• Assembles sport and athletic equipment (e.g., volleyball, soccer, badminton) for instruction.
• Assesses student progress toward objectives and provides feedback to students, parents, and administration.
• Collaborates with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents, and community resources to improve student outcomes and support the school improvement plan.
• Counsels students to improve performance, health status, problem‑solving techniques, and personal issues.
• Directs assistant teachers, student teachers, instructional assistants, volunteers, and/or student workers to provide an effective classroom program.
• Instructs students to develop physical skills, abilities, leadership, and teamwork.
• Manages student behavior to provide a safe and optimal learning environment.
• Monitors students in various settings (classroom, playground, field trips, activities) to ensure safety and positivity.
• Participates in meetings (staff, IEP, BIT, in‑service, workshops) to convey and gather information required for the role.
• Prepares written materials (grades, attendance, anecdotal records) to document student progress and meet mandated requirements.
• Reports incidents (fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse) to maintain student safety and comply with laws and policies.
• Responds to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct appropriate personnel.
• Responds to inquiries from teachers, parents, administrators, etc., to resolve issues and provide information.
• Supports classroom teachers with cultural activities, grade‑level curriculum, and implementation of individual student plans.
• Transports equipment to appropriate locations to enable student access.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure efficient functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements

• Skills: applying assessment instruments; operating standard office equipment and pertinent software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records.
• Knowledge: basic math (fractions, percents, ratios); reading technical information; composing documents; facilitating group discussions; analyzing situations; appropriate codes, policies, regulations, and laws; age‑appropriate activities; lesson‑plan requirements; stages of child development; behavioral management strategies.
• Abilities: scheduling activities, meetings, and events; gathering, collating, and classifying data; using job‑related equipment; working with diverse individuals and groups; maintaining confidentiality; exhibiting tact and patience; working flexible hours; problem‑solving with data and equipment; establishing constructive relationships; adapting to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Work under limited supervision using standardized practices and methods.
• Direct other persons within a small work unit.
• Utilize resources from other work units as required.
• Opportunity to significantly impact the organization’s services.

Work Environment

The position involves occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 10% sitting, 80% walking, and 10% standing. It is performed under minimal temperature variations in a generally hazard‑free environment.

Experience and Education

• Job‑related experience is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a job‑related area.

Certificates, Licenses, and Training

• Appropriate Wyoming State Department of Education certificate and/or endorsement.
• 3 credits in Native American Studies or similar coursework within 2 years of hire date.

Clearances

• Criminal background clearance.
• Drug test.

Employment Status

Exempt (FLSA status).

Contact Information

• Title IX Coordinator (Principal) – 90 Ethete Rd, Fort Washakie, WY 82514 – Phone: 307.332.5983
• Section 504/ADA Coordinator (Principal) – 90 Ethete Rd, Fort Washakie, WY 82514 – Phone: 307.332.5983
• Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator (Superintendent) – 90 Ethete Rd, Fort Washakie, WY 82514 – Phone: 307.332.5983