Physical Education Teacher (Elementary)

About the role

The Physical Education Teacher leads physical education classes for students in grades K-5 and collaborates with Classroom Co-Teachers to ensure Classroom Co-Teachers are able to implement skills and activities into their classroom practice. The Physical Education Teacher also supports the development of the physical education program at Compass, including community-wide events, activities, and programming for students and families.

Responsibilities

• Lead physical education classes for all K-5 classes
• Work cooperatively with other physical education instructors, Classroom Co-Teachers, and School Leaders to design, plan, and implement a balanced physical education program that aligns to the mission and vision of the school and state standards in physical education
• Teach content and skills in physical fitness, health education, rhythms and dance, and individual, dual, or team sports
• Analyze, demonstrate, and explain basic skills, knowledge, and strategies of formal sports, games, rhythms, and fundamentals of body movement
• Provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student and/or group of students
• Select and order necessary equipment and supplies for physical education classes using the school’s procurement processes and predetermined budget
• Use student performance data to tailor and differentiate instruction
• Regularly communicate with families, students, and community partners
• Integrate the Compass CARES values into classroom culture, units of study, and interactions with staff, families, and students
• Integrate the real world and surrounding community into the curriculum
• Create a positive and safe classroom culture and community

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree, Master’s Degree preferred
• 2 or more years of relevant teaching experience preferred
• New York State Teacher Certification (or in progress of obtaining certification)
• Education philosophy aligns with the mission and vision of Compass
• Reflective practitioner in a state of constant professional growth and a willingness to share their craft with others
• Commitment to integrating sustainability and the arts into core curricular subjects
• Knowledge of the school neighborhood
• Experience working with children with special needs in an Integrated Co-teaching classroom preferred
• Experience planning and teaching physical education classes to elementary students
• Commitment to and knowledge of experiential and inquiry-based teaching and learning
• Commitment to diverse learning environments
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Experience collaborating with children, families, colleagues, and administrators