PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER (Servicios profesionales)

Boys & Girls Club

40d

About The Position

The Physical Education Teacher is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating developmentally appropriate movement and physical activity experiences for children ages 0 to 5. This role promotes motor development, health, well-being, and active lifestyle habits within a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in physical education, Early Childhood Education, Recreation, Child Development, or a related field.
Previous experience teaching in an early childhood setting.
Experience working with children ages 0 to 5.
Knowledge of early childhood development.
Travel required locally or long distance up to 10% of the time for meetings and work-related functions.
Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Physical exams and background checks are required for this position.

Nice To Haves

Preferably bilingual in Spanish and English.
Experience with community collaborations and partnerships (if applicable)

Responsibilities

Design developmentally appropriate physical activities for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
Implement movement routines that foster gross motor development, coordination, balance, and body awareness.
Integrate games, music, obstacle courses, and playful dynamics.
Adapt activities to meet functional diversity and special needs.
Provide training to educational and supervisory staff.
Develop service impact calendars for direct services to children and families.
Collaborate in staff wellness training and experiences.
Ensure a safe environment during all physical activities.
Actively supervise children at all times.
Inspect and maintain equipment in safe working condition.
Comply with all health and safety protocols.
Promote healthy habits such as movement, hydration, and physical well-being.
Support socio-emotional development through cooperative play.
Foster autonomy and self-confidence in children.
Record observations related to children’s motor development.
Collaborate with the educational team in assessing child progress.
Participate in follow-up and planning meetings.
Prepare impact reports on activities and outcomes.
Complete invoices and timesheets.
Collaborate with teachers, assistants, health staff, and families.
Integrate physical activities into the educational curriculum.
Support school events and special activities.
Provide a safe, loving and stimulating environment for children's growth and development.
Provide a pleasant and joyful welcome and farewell to children and families, guaranteeing the process of matching, signing and handing over minors in an optimal, safe and healthy manner.
Supervise and actively participate in play, learning and recreation activities.
Observe and record each child's progress, identifying areas of strength and developmental needs.
Maintain constant communication with parents or guardians about the well-being and progress of the children.
Maintain the safety and well-being of children at all times, following the protocols established by Head Start.
Conduct daily health and safety monitoring of the indoor environment and outdoor environment by completing the required report.
Follow all hygiene and health practices, including hand washing, disinfection and general precautions.
Establish relationships of trust and collaboration with families to support the comprehensive development of children.
Provide resources and guidance to families on topics related to parenting, health and early childhood education.
Organize and facilitate meetings and workshops for parents to encourage participation and active participation in their children's education.
Help families identify and access available community services and resources.
Collaborate with program coordination to ensure compliance with quality standards and government regulations.