Lower School Physical Education Faculty

THADEN SCHOOL • Bentonville, AR

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About The Position

Work with the Head of Lower School and Curriculum Specialist to carry out the physical education and wellness program through effective curriculum development and implementation, classroom management, and parent communication.
Create an environment that facilitates the social-emotional development of each student.
Collaborate with grade-level teachers, other specialist teachers, as well as middle and upper school PE teachers to ensure integration and vertical alignment.
Attend and participate in faculty in-service meetings, faculty professional development, student gatherings, and other school functions, as requested.
Select, store, order, issue, and inventory equipment, materials, and supplies.
Perform duties outside the classroom during set hours (e.g., recess, reception desk, carpool, and/or lunch duties).
Effectively interact with a diverse population of students, families, and faculty and staff.
Coach at least one athletic sport with after-school responsibilities.

Requirements

• Experience teaching PE at the elementary level.
• Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, Elementary Education, or a related field.
• NICA certification or a willingness to obtain certification.
• Experience partnering with other educators to create interdisciplinary learning experiences for students.
• Ability to think broadly and creatively about student-centered learning.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out the physical education and wellness program through effective curriculum development and implementation.
• Classroom management
• Parent communication
• Create an environment that facilitates the social-emotional development of each student.
• Collaborate with grade-level teachers, other specialist teachers, as well as middle and upper school PE teachers to ensure integration and vertical alignment.
• Attend and participate in faculty in-service meetings, faculty professional development, student gatherings, and other school functions, as requested.
• Select, store, order, issue, and inventory equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Perform duties outside the classroom during set hours (e.g., recess, reception desk, carpool, and/or lunch duties).
• Effectively interact with a diverse population of students, families, and faculty and staff.
• Coach at least one athletic sport with after-school responsibilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level