POSITION TITLE:  Physical Education Teacher
                
POSITION SUMMARY: 
Help students develop physical abilities and healthy habits that can last for the rest of their lives.  Organize games and challenges that promote physical activity.  Develop motor skills and physical development.     
 
DUTIES:  
Teachers will be expected to:

• Provide effective and engaging instruction and assessment to students on a daily basis.
• Demonstrate excellent knowledge of subject areas and implement strategies to guide all students towards mastery within a diverse student population.  This includes facilitating active student participation and utilizing effective questioning strategies that engage all students.
• Establish a classroom environment that welcomes, motivates, and meets the unique needs of a diverse student population.  Develop positive and professional teacher-student relationships.
• Effectively manage student behavior and maintain a classroom that is safe, conducive to student learning, and consistent with district and school policies regarding student behavior. 
• Maintain accurate records and communicate regularly with parents regarding student attendance, behavior, and performance in a way that builds relationships and positively impacts student outcomes.
• Motivate students to perform and produce to their highest ability level and provide individual assistance to students.  Provide accommodations consistent with students’ IEPs or 504 plans.
• Communicate openly and professionally with fellow teachers and administration.
• Be organized, punctual, professional, and thorough with all assigned duties, meetings, and responsibilities.
• Follow all laws and district policies related to assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Possess the qualifications necessary to perform all the duties unique to this position as outlined in the special qualifications section below.

           
QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Must hold a valid Indiana teacher license in physical education and be highly qualified.

COMPENSATION

• Starting salary for new teachers with 0 years' experience will be $46,000 for SY24-25. Compensation increases with experience and education, according to the current salary placement schedule. (Placement to be assessed during the onboarding process and includes prior employment verifications.) 

Additional Information: To learn more about the Empowerment Zone, our impact, and what we offer staff, visit www.sbezone.org/careers.

*Position subject to grant funding