Physical Education Assistant

The primary purpose is to assist the Physical Education teacher in providing students with appropriate learning activities, instructional assistance, and other responsibilities as assigned.

Education/Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Highly Qualified status under No Child Left Behind (48+ college credit, Associates degree or higher, or an approved state/local academic assessment).
• Familiarity with rules of basic sports.
• Ability to demonstrate basic motor skills.
• Previous experience in an educational environment preferred.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and physical education assessments.
• Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher and work with individual students or small groups.
• Provide assistance to teacher in keeping administrative records and required reports.
• Assist with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Provide assistance/care in special circumstances. Maintain awareness of implementation
• Methods for instructional, self-help, and behavior management strategies pertinent to health and physical needs.
• Participate in meetings and training sessions as designed by District staff.
• Assist in campus duty assignments as required.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Regular and consistent attendance.
• All other duties as assigned.