General Summary
To provide the students under their direct supervision a quality educational program, which is appropriate for the assigned students, that meets their ability and appropriate for the subject and growth, and personal characteristics.
Qualifications (Minimum)
* Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate in Physical Education (MC)
* Demonstrates knowledge of the Michigan Merit Curriculum/Common Core Standards and Grade Level Content Expectations
* CPR/First Aid certification preferred, or willingness to obtain
* Competent in using a variety of technology applications related to classroom management, 21st Century Learning, differentiated instruction
* A high level of interest in collaboration.
* Adept at using formative assessment and curricular development
* Power School experience preferred
* Student focused
* Maintains professional standards
* Possess strong interpersonal skills
* Possess strong technology skills
* Ability to work collaboratively with other teachers
* Ability to establish and maintain professional rapport with students, staff and families
* Maintains a strict level of confidentiality
* Maintains personal and professional flexibility
* Possess a high level of organization
Responsibilities
* Develop and deliver standards-based instruction in physical education
* Design engaging lessons that promote physical fitness, teamwork, and wellness
* If applicable, teach health topics such as nutrition, mental health, substance abuse prevention, and personal safety
* Demonstrate skill in using a variety of methods and techniques to meet the needs of students
* Knowledge of Michigan Academic Standards for Health & Physical Education
* Works cooperatively with administrators, student services personnel and teachers, to ensure the delivery of curriculum
* Evaluate the progress of each student through formal and informal assessment.
* Provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil, to the extent feasible.
* Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district, and/or in self-selected professional growth activities
* Participates in curriculum and other development activities
* Advocate for the school, its staff, students and programs
* Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking.
* The ability to establish cooperative working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and parents.
* A comfort and excitement about working with students from diverse backgrounds.
* Promote high expectations, demonstrate a caring attitude, and establish an environment that supports social, emotional, and academic development in students.
* Frequently communicate with parents about their child’s progress by phone, email, in conferences, newsletters, and through report cards. Be available for individual meetings when needed.
* Use positive and productive techniques for improving student behavior
* Other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must be able to communicate with others and clearly understand normal conversations in person and on the telephone. Employee may be required to perform extensive work at a computer display terminal. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to have ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; and the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of 10-50 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard. The employee frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. Requires regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job.
STARTING DATE
August 2026
WORK DAYS/HOURS
Follows the school calendar
SALARY/COMPENSATION
Per EA Contract
DATE OF POSTING
April 7, 2026
DEADLINE OF POSTING
Until filled
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