Elementary Physical Education Teacher

Evansville Christian School•Newburgh, IN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Evansville Christian School is seeking an Elementary Physical Education Teacher who is committed to empowering students to embrace a biblical worldview through spiritual and academic growth, servant leadership, and authentic relationships in the name of Jesus Christ. As an educational leader, teachers are expected to provide differentiated instruction and assessment, teach and model effective study and discipline skills, and integrate biblical principles into their teaching. The ideal candidate will have a heart for the Gospel, encourage spiritual growth, and support the school's mission, vision, and philosophy.

Requirements

Agree with ECS Articles of Faith, ECS position statements, and abide by the ECS Code of Christian Conduct.
Demonstrate support of ECS faculty/staff and policies.
Have a heart for children, Christian education, and the ministry of ECS.
Exhibit and embrace the ECS Behavioral Core Values: Be Mission-Aligned, Be Humble, Be Professional, Be Innovative, Be Interdependent.
Value growth (academic, spiritual, social, professional), service, and relationships through the lens of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Commit to personal spiritual growth and maturity in community with the Body of Christ.
Worship in person with a local church body.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Ability to move throughout school buildings and grounds, including navigating stairs and outdoor areas.
Ability to occasionally lift and carry items up to 35 pounds.
Ability to visually monitor students, staff, and school environments for safety and supervision.
Ability to hear and communicate effectively.
Ability to respond to emergency situations requiring quick movement.
Ability to travel between school buildings or off-site meetings.
Ability to work outdoors periodically for supervision or events.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities

Provide standards-based instruction integrated with biblical principles in physical education, health, and wellness.
Lead students in applying the seven essential literacies to information.
Plan, evaluate instruction, and incorporate data from assessments to meet student learning needs.
Model, teach, and practice effective skills for student ownership of self-discipline and healthy habits.
Use Fitness Gram data to diagnose student needs and provide additional instruction.
Model spiritual discipline through prayer, Bible study, and Christ-like character, and provide opportunities for student spiritual growth.
Supervise students to ensure a safe environment, including during field trips and after-school events.
Demonstrate professionalism and initiative in planning, instruction, duty assignments, deadlines, and accountability.
Record online grades and provide timely feedback to parents.
Create a classroom environment conducive to learning.
Collaborate with parents, educational professionals, parent volunteers, and intervention teams.
Work effectively with grade level teams, other teams, and school faculty and staff to implement the school's mission.
Organize Field Day for 1st - 4th grade.