Elementary School – Physical Education Teacher 3-5

Qualifications:

• Education: Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in education from an accredited college or university.
• A valid AR Teaching Certificate or the ability to obtain one with appropriate endorsement(s)
• A demonstrated philosophy that all students can and will learn.
• Excellent attendance record
• Excellent communication skills oral and written
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Best Instructional Practices
• Positive interpersonal skills
• Professional verification of successful classroom teacher performance and/or student teaching experience.
• Evidence of the willingness and the ability to comply with the standards for ethical and professional performance established by the State Board of Education.

Responsibilities:

• Developing students’ cognitive capacity and respect for learning.
• Positively fostering students’ self-esteem.
• Working with and understanding a diverse student population.
• Integration of leadership, technology, and communication into the curriculum.
• Planning for and guiding the learning process to help students achieve program objectives.
• Maintaining a classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
• Implementing useful diagnostic and progress assessment measures.
• Selecting and using effective instructional methods and learning materials.
• Establishing a cooperative relationship with all assigned students.
• Maintaining open lines of communication with parents/ guardians/ staff.
• Engaging in professional growth activities through an ongoing program of job related knowledge and skill development.

Aligned with the mission of the Blytheville Public Schools is the commitment to educational equity for all students, staff, and patrons of the school system. In all places and in all activities of the Blytheville Public Schools, it is expected that every individual will be treated in a fair and equitable manner. All conduct will reflect a belief in the dignity and value of each person regardless of the individual's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, citizenship status, or economic status.