PE Teacher; Grades K-12

Certified Salary Schedule

Title:

PE Teacher (Grades K-12)

Reports to:

WJSHS Principal or Designee FLSA Status:
Exempt Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in education or other discipline with endorsement meeting Colorado licensure requirements, or the ability to obtain license requirements.

Health, dental, and vision benefits along with provisions for personal/sick days.

This is an instructional position that facilitates students in learning subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as responsible and productive citizens and lifelong learners. The teacher guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and in harmony with the goals establishes clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects, and communicates these objectives to students. The work plan employs a variety of instructional techniques utilizing appropriate technology, consistent with limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.

Displays personal qualities appropriate for a professional teacher such as maintaining professional ethics and confidentiality; openness to learning from others; willingness to accept constructive criticism; and being a positive role model for students (consistent, fair, dependable, responsible, respectful).

Effective teachers in the state of Colorado have the knowledge, skills, and commitments needed to provide excellent and equitable learning opportunities and growth for all students. They strive to support growth and development, close achievement gaps, and prepare diverse student populations for postsecondary and workforce success. They facilitate mastery of content and skill development, and employ and adjust evidence-based strategies and approaches for students who are not achieving mastery and for those who need acceleration.

They develop in students the skills, interests and abilities necessary to be lifelong learners, as well as for democratic and civic participation.

Effective teachers communicate high expectations to students and their families and utilize diverse strategies to engage them in a mutually supportive teaching and learning environment. Because effective teachers understand that the work of ensuring meaningful learning opportunities for all students cannot happen in isolation, they engage in collaboration, continuous reflection, ongoing learning and leadership within the profession.

• Implements by instruction and action the district's philosophy of education and instructional content standards and benchmarks (goals and objectives)
• Provides effective instructional strategies and activities for all students in the classroom
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of the principal
• Encourages students to set and maintain standards of appropriate classroom behavior
• Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required
• Maintains accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation
• Makes provision for availability to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested under reasonable terms
• Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and, cooperatively with supervisor, evaluates their job performance
• Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required
• Make every student, parent, and visitor feel noticed, welcomed, and valued
• Other duties, as assigned.

Wray School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.