PE​/Health Teacher

Smith Academy is committed to preparing scholars of character for leadership and service. We currently serve young men in grades K-12 and young ladies in grades K-6 (and growing). Smith Academy is a place that provides strong support for staff members as we all strive to support our students to reach their full potential. In addition to great support, we offer a work environment with a family feel.

Teachers are provided with tools and training necessary to be great and are relieved of unnecessary, time-consuming requirements so they can be focused and intentional about helping students.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

* Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs and goals of students; establish clear objectives for all lessons and units; ensure that lessons are aligned with state curriculum standards.

* Develop lesson plans and work cooperatively to learn from feedback and improve quality of instruction.

* Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning; develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedures; enforce the academy's student discipline code.

* Collaborate with special education staff to implement accommodations and modifications as indicated in student IEP's.

* Maintain professional competence.

* Develop/run a club

* May participate in extracurricular activities such as coaching, tutoring, enrichment activities, etc.

* Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Bachelor's degree

* State teacher certification or in process

* Capability in professionalism, instruction and classroom management

Full-time employee benefits include:

* Medical

* Dental

* Vision

* 401(k) (with employer match up to 6%)

* Paid time off

* * Additional optional benefits are also available