Physical Education Teacher

Qualifications:

• Valid state department of education license/certificate appropriate for the position.
• Meets Highly Qualified Teacher (HQT) requirements for core academic subjects.
• Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test, etc.).
• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.
• Keeps current with advances in technology and workplace innovations that enhance productivity.

Essential Functions:

• Prepares the classroom or designated area for instruction. Teaches assigned classes.
• Advances the district’s professional image. Promotes effective communications and assistance. Uses problem-solving techniques to tactfully address questions/concerns.
• Upholds board policies and follows administrative guidelines/procedures. Refers questions about district policies to administrators/supervisors.
• Maintains a thorough understanding of subject matter. Organizes appropriate subject content and learning goals. Develops lesson plans that align with state standards and the district’s adopted courses of study/curriculum goals.
• Evaluates the academic needs of students. Develops effective student educational experiences that engage and stimulate student learning. Varies instructional techniques to address diverse student learning styles.
• Communicates expectations, provides guidance, and shows an active interest in student progress. Helps parents/students understand program objectives and behavioral/performance standards.
• Uses formal and informal assessment strategies to manage student learning and monitor progress.
• Helps students identify and make use of supplemental instructional/media resources.
• Encourages self-reliance, problem-solving, critical-thinking, creativity, and performance

The Lima City School District Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer.