High School Physical Education Teacher

Zeeland Public Schools•Zeeland, MI

62d

About The Position

The High School Physical Education Teacher instructs students in activities designed to promote social, physical and intellectual growth in the subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able and responsible men and women. This teacher instructs students in physical education activities.

Requirements

Current Michigan teaching certificate with Physical Education endorsement is required.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret general technical procedures and government regulations. Adhere to all local, state and national guidelines.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers, and parents.
Must demonstrate team building skills and the ability to work with students, faculty and staff, and other leaders in the district.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.
Must have the ability to meet deadlines, prioritize, and work independently.
Strength and Conditioning experience.

Nice To Haves

Preference will be given to those having specially endorsements related to Strength and Conditioning.
Previous coaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan physical education program to promote development of student's physical attributes and social skills.
Teach individual and team sports to students, utilizing knowledge of sports techniques and of physical capabilities of students.
Organize, lead, instruct and referee indoor and outdoor games such as volleyball, baseball, and basketball.
Instruct individuals or groups in beginning or advanced calisthenics or corrective exercises, determining type and level of difficulty needed.
Demonstrate and teach use of training apparatus such as weights.
Confer with students, parents and appropriate staff to resolve student problem.
Select, store, order, issue and inventory equipment, materials and supplies used in the physical education program.
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
Assist the administration in implementing policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulations.
This position will require paid summer work through the organization and mangement of Zeeland East Summer Workout programming.
Assist in the development of student-athletes after school hours.
Able to incorporate the use of technology into fitness instruction.