Physical Education Teacher

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution.
• Certified by the State of Alabama in the appropriate area.
• Must meet the No Child Left Behind Act regulations/requirements.
• Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on communication and collaboration with a wide variety of people and groups, for the purpose of maximizing student achievement.
• Ability to develop and implement curriculum and programming specific to the needs of the students at the designated grade level(s) and in the designated content area(s)/subject(s).
• Physical strength, mobility, dexterity, stamina, and acuity to perform job responsibilities.
• Ability to be punctual and in regular attendance.
• Must meet background clearance requirements as specified by Alabama Statutes and State Board of Education regulations.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Utilize computer-based programs that are used in the school system.
• Manage large groups of students.
• Create or select long-range plans based on a review of system and state curriculum priorities, student profiles and instructional priorities.
• Define goals and objectives for unit and daily plans.
• Sequence content and activities appropriately.
• Identify specific intended learning outcomes which are challenging, meaningful and measurable.
• Revise plans based on student needs.
• Plan and prepare a variety of learning activities considering individual student’s culture, learning styles, special needs, socio-economic background and physical condition.
• Develop or select instructional activities which foster active involvement of students in the learning process.
• Plan and prepare lessons and instructional strategies which support the school improvement plan and the system mission.