QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Current NYS certification in Physical Education.
2. Current NYS certification in Health.

ESSENTIAL CORE CHARACTERISTICS:

1. Possesses broad subject-area knowledge of physical education curriculum, skill-based teaching strategies and assessment.
2. Possesses strong communication skills to successfully build partnerships with parents, students, and colleagues.
3. Demonstrated evidence to work with students of all ability levels, differentiate instruction, and use a variety of teaching techniques.
4. Possesses strong, positive behavior management skills.
5. Demonstrated evidence of being highly organized
6. Demonstrated flexibility in teaching situations.
7. Possesses a sensitivity to non-academic student issues.
8. Demonstrated proficiency in meeting all school routines in a responsible and efficient manner.
9. Enjoys working with students with disabilities, cognitive deficits, health, physical and medical needs, and/or multiple impairments.
10. Possesses creative problem-solving skills.
11. Demonstrates willingness to contribute to the overall function and well-being of the department and the school.