Health/PE Teacher

Qualifications:

• Holds a valid State of Ohio teacher certificate/license appropriate for the assignment.
• Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test, etc.).
• Provides documented evidence of a clear criminal record.

Essential Functions:

• Prepares the classroom at the beginning of the year. Retrieves books and supplies.
• Teaches assigned classes as scheduled. Creates effective learning experiences. Ensures that the learning process aligns with state mandated proficiencies and the district’s written, implemented, and assessed curricula.
• Helps parents and students understand academic and behavioral objectives.
• Strives to develop rapport with students, staff, parents, and the public. Responds to requests and complaints promptly and tactfully. Is receptive to constructive suggestions. Respects the personal confidences and privacy needs of individuals.
• Communicates high expectations for students. Helps students understand the relationships between subjects and why learning is important. Helps students understand their personal responsibility for setting goals and achieving academic and vocational success. Shows an active interest in their progress.
• Develops and maintains a positive learning environment that stimulates student interest, enthusiasm, and inquisitiveness about subjects and events.
• Determines the educational needs of students based on all available sources (e.g., student records, teacher synopses, intervention-based assessments, etc.).

The Sidney City School District Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability. The board requires that employees comply with the statutory responsibilities cited in the Ohio Revised Code, the rules and regulations of the Ohio Department of Education, and all local and Federal mandates.