Physical Ed. Teacher (2026-2027)

 

REPORTS TO:Campus PrincipalAPPLICATION DEADLINE:Open Until Filled
 LENGTH OF WORK YEAR:187 daysDATE REVISED07/30/2020WAGE/HOUR STATUS:Exempt  SALARY RANGE:$57,300 Minimum   
$80,668 MaximumPAY GRADE: TCH

  

 

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Provide students with appropriate face-to-face instruction in the assigned academic subject area to foster their intellectual, emotional, physical, and social development. Facilitate the development of competencies and skills necessary for success in society. Additionally, may offer distance or virtual learning options when required to accommodate individual needs and ensure the continuity of instruction.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of subjects assigned

General knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Instructional Strategies

• Develop and implement lesson plans and activities through distance, virtual, or face to face learning to fulfill the requirements of the district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles and needs.
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and

                administrative regulations.

• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
• Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process and provide blended learning opportunities in the classroom environment.

Student Growth and Development

• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the

        campus principal.                                                                                                                                               

• Be a positive role model for students, support mission of school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional

        development of students.

• Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.

 

Communication

• Be available by phone, email, or video conferencing during a scheduled conference period or designated office hours to confer with district personnel, students, and/or parents.  The rest of the workday is committed to the planning, preparing, online staff development, virtual campus/district meetings, ARD's, implementing and evaluating lessons and activities.
• Communicate daily with all students or parents via Google Classroom, Google Meet, Microsoft Office 365 Email, or phone or video conference.  Maintain an ongoing contact log for your records.
• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students,

                principals, and teachers.                                                                                                    

• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community me