Ed Para,Phys Ed,Nc,Non-Title I
About The Position
Under direct supervision, this position provides staff support in an educational environment, primarily by providing instructional support in physical education classes. The employee implements the physical education teacher’s lesson plans and works with several large groups of children throughout the school day, customarily outdoors. The position is responsible for student safety and discipline, and duties are performed according to the needs of the assigned teacher(s). Candidates who have passed the Para Assessment, or who have an associate’s degree or 60 completed semester credits, may be eligible for a higher hourly rate in a certified position. Evidence must be provided, such as official transcripts or a certificate showing a passing assessment score. The role may also include monitoring duties and administrative support. Employees are responsible for keeping their job-related technology skills current, attending district-supported training as needed, and maintaining timely and accurate information.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least one year of physical education or related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Ability to meet the dexterity and physical requirements of the work.
- Ability to effectively attend to the needs and safety concerns of school-age children.
Nice To Haves
- Previous athletic or sports-related experience is preferred.
- Passing the Para Assessment, an associate’s degree, or 60 completed semester credits may qualify candidates for a higher hourly rate in a certified position, with supporting evidence.
Responsibilities
- Conduct teacher-prepared lessons outdoors on the physical education field for classes of at least 20 students, using planned activities and games.
- Set up physical education equipment and playing-field boundaries, reset for subsequent classes, and store equipment properly.
- Assist with lesson-plan preparation and teacher pre-planning sessions, including developing classroom activities and learning tools.
- Maintain class order and discipline, reinforce school and class rules, place students in time out, and refer students to the principal’s office when appropriate.
- Evaluate student performance using objective measures and make recommendations to the physical education teacher.
- Design physical education department bulletin boards and displays of student activities and departmental objectives.
- Prepare or help prepare instructional materials and perform support tasks such as copying, laminating, typing correspondence, and filing.
- Record student attendance daily.
- Coordinate with media center staff and/or the curriculum resource teacher to obtain supplemental instructional materials as needed.
- Perform assigned monitoring duties, such as hallway, car, or bus duty, and support appropriate student conduct during those periods.
- Maintain accurate and complete student records, including entering scores and other student data using a computer terminal when required.
- Keep current with job-appropriate technology and attend district-supported training to maintain the required skill level.
- Maintain timely and accurate information as part of job responsibilities.
- Perform related duties as directed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
