MIS Physical Education Teacher
About The Position
The primary objective of this role is to establish effective rapport and good relationships with pupils, parents, other staff members, and community members to create a flexible elementary grade program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth. The teacher will motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for elementary grade education, in accordance with each pupil’s ability. Evaluation will be conducted per the Performance Evaluation Reform Act of 2010 (PERA), Senate Bill 7, and Articles 24A and 34 of the Illinois School Code.
Requirements
- Appropriately licensed/certified by the Illinois State Board of Education
- Teachers in grades 6-8 must have Middle School Endorsement in Content Area
- Bending, carrying, climbing
- Must be able to travel between job sites
- Lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching, sitting, standing, and walking
- Must be able to occasionally lift, move, or push items of 50 lbs., such as assisting children or moving/rearranging furniture
- Must be able to supervise students in all types of weather
- Meet multiple demands from several people
- Interact with the public and other staff
Responsibilities
- Teach district-approved curriculum
- Instruct pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district
- Develop lesson plans and instructional materials
- Provide individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil
- Translate lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences
- Communicate regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of newsletters/notes (electronic or paper), phone calls, conferences, emails, etc.
- Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere
- Evaluate pupils’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports
- Identify pupil needs, makes appropriate referrals, and develops strategies for individual education plans
- Available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day, within contractual hours
- Plan and coordinate the work of paraprofessionals, parents, and/or volunteers in the classroom and on field trips
- Create an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays interest centers and exhibits of student’s work
- Supervise classroom, students, and volunteers
- Seek out professional growth opportunities and reflects on teaching practices in order to develop and grow professionally
- Participate in a professional community to contribute to overall school program
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Per the MTA Professional Collective Bargaining Agreement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
