PE Elementary Teacher

JOB GOAL:

Guide and assist students in learning subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able and responsible citizens.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and times designated.
• Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students in accordance with State and District requirements for curriculum.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Prepare for assigned classes. Show written evidence of instructional planning following established District format.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals. Based on these goals, establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, etc.
• Encourage students to set and maintain acceptable standards of classroom behavior.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the students.
• Assist students to become self-directed learners.
• Understand and apply knowledge about student growth and development in order to provide maximum student learning.

Education and/or Experience:

• Required: Valid Arizona Teacher’s Certificate.
• NCLB Highly Qualified Status for core subject area teacher.