Description
Summary of Duties: The Physical Education Teacher at the elementary school (TK-8th) level is responsible for planning and implementing physical education activities, monitoring students, and evaluating student outcomes. Physical Education in the elementary school generally emphasizes sports-related skills, movement patterns, games, and fitness activities. The Physical Education Teacher records and maintains student information. He or she is responsible for communicating with all parties involved in the education of the student. The Physical Education Teacher serves on special committees on a volunteer basis, and participates in all required in- service training programs. This is a 10-month position.
Essential Job Functions:
Set up equipment prior to class.
Provide an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social,
and emotional development of students.
Prepare and implement lessons plans, providing for appropriate learning experiences for
each student.
Establish and enforce rules of conduct; supervise students in the gymnasium and
cafeteria, or outside on the blacktop or athletic fields.
Participate in school-wide behavioral programs, document student behavior and make
necessary referral.
Demonstrate skills being taught; assist students in performing skills.
Teach safety rules related to each activity.
Assess fitness levels; perform fitness testing twice a year.
May team teach with another Physical Education Teacher
Research, and order physical education and recess equipment.
Plan, organize, and coordinate field day; develop activities; set up for activities.
Monitor and evaluate student skill levels and outcomes.
Maintain student records following established procedures and practices.
Requirements
Experience with children and exercise
Wage Range
The rate of pay offered to the selected candidate is based on internal pay policy and budget. New hires are commonly paid at the minimum of the wage range or within the lower part of the range. We consider a number of factors when making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, training and other department needs.
Information/Application Contact
St. Dominic School (Los Angeles)
2005 Merton Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90041
tsawyer@stdominicla.us