Physical Education and Health Teacher

SC Public Charter School District•North Charleston, SC

About The Position

Cooperates in developing a program of continuous progress consistent with school goals and objectives to meet students’ needs, interests, and abilities. Establishes clear objectives for classroom activities, communicates them to students, and uses instructional methods and materials appropriate to those objectives. Assesses student accomplishments regularly, provides required progress reports, analyzes individual progress, and seeks assistance when needed. Creates a learning environment appropriate to students’ interests, ages, and maturity levels. The teacher maintains accurate records, takes reasonable precautions to protect students and school property, and assists in enforcing school rules and policies. The role includes communicating with parents, being available to students and parents for education-related purposes when reasonably required, preparing plans for substitute teachers, and performing duties assigned by the Principal. The teacher participates in assigned staff development, meetings, committees, and co-curricular activities, and presents a positive image for Palmetto Scholars Academy.

Responsibilities

Cooperate in developing a continuous-progress program aligned with school goals and responsive to students’ needs, interests, and abilities.
Keep abreast of changes in school or charter policies and of students’ needs and interests.
Establish clear, appropriate objectives for classroom activities and communicate them to students.
Use instructional methods and materials appropriate to stated objectives.
Assess student accomplishments regularly and provide progress reports as required.
Analyze individual students’ progress regularly and seek appropriate assistance as needed.
Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to students’ interests, ages, and maturity levels.
Provide adequate plans for substitute teachers.
Seek parents’ cooperation and assistance through oral and written communication.
Be available to students and parents for education-related purposes when required or requested under reasonable terms.
Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law, board policies, and administrative rules.
Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students and care for property, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies.
Perform assigned duties and activities punctually and responsibly.
Assist the administration in implementing policies and rules governing student life, conduct, and behavior fairly and justly.
Participate in staff development programs as assigned by the Principal.
Initiate professional development through reading, workshops, seminars, conferences, or advanced coursework.
Attend staff meetings, serve on committees as requested, and accept responsibility for assigned co-curricular or other activities.
Use sick and personal leave appropriately and be absent only when absolutely necessary.
Follow the appropriate chain-of-command procedures designated by board policies or administrative procedures.
Present a positive image for Palmetto Scholars Academy.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the Principal.