Health and Physical Education Teacher

Essential Functions:

• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
• Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods. Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
• Deliver the district’s written, taught and assessed curriculum.
• Maintain knowledge and skills with IB Program changes and updates.
• Create a positive environment to ensure successful learning for all students.
• Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress, and to determine priorities for their children’s social, emotional and academic growth.
• Partner with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators in order to support students' academic and social-emotional development.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
• Adhere to all district policies and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Appropriate Minnesota teaching licensure for subject area and level taught.
• Commitment to working effectively with culturally, economically and socially diverse students and families.
• Knowledge and experience with International Baccalaureate Program.
• Effective oral and written expression.
• Demonstrated collaboration and relationship building skills.
• Excellent technology skills.
• Strong communication skills verbally, orally and written.