Middle School PE Teacher

The Middle School teacher will implement a physical education curriculum and instruct students about physical development, health, and proper nutrition. The teacher will provide opportunities for maximum student development and growth through developmentally appropriate learning experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Following curriculum guidelines, organize and construct lesson plans to promote physical activity and develop motor skills, physical development, and proper exercise and eating habits.
• Instruct students how to play various sports, how to exercise, and how physical activity benefits the muscles and overall health.
• Develop well-planned lessons through a Biblical worldview.
• Integrate a Christ-centered faith walk and Biblical Truth and principles into lesson plans and all activities as you lead students in prayer and deepening their Christian faith.
• Observe all students and maintain discipline within physical education classes.
• Responsible for planning the end-of-the-year Field Day event(s).
• Coach at least one Upper School level athletic team; serve as an assistant coach or Middle School level coach in a 2nd sport.
• Effectively use best teaching practices to adapt teaching methods, instructional materials, and learning opportunities to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Instruct using a balance of teaching methods that provide students with opportunities to explore, question, investigate, and think critically.
• Assess student progress through observations, assignments, and assessments, and communicate and collaborate with parents, other teachers, counselors, and administrators regarding students' progress.

Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree in health/physical education and experience teaching physical education preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years teaching experience highly preferred.
• Ability to coach athletic teams for a minimum of two seasons.
• Knowledge of sports, health, and nutrition.
• Ability to develop rapport with students.
• Exhibit a passion for learning and teaching.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills.