Teacher - Physical Education; Thompson

Job Summary

Teacher - Physical Education (Thompson) , located at Thompson Elementary School. Position type:
Professional - Teacher Level (Elementary). Date posted: 3/31/2026.

Reports to:

Principal.

• Shift Type:
  Full-Time
• Wage/Hour Status:
  Exempt
• Employment Begins:  School Year

To plan, develop, and implement an effective instructional program that maximizes student achievement through the best use of research findings, technology, community resources, and time.

• Education/Certification:
  
  Bachelor's Degree with appropriate state certification for subject and level assigned.
• Experience:
  
  None required beyond certification from an accredited teacher preparation program.

• Demonstrate a cognitive understanding of subject matter and pedagogical skills in teaching field.
• Possess excellent communication skills.
• Instruct students and manage behavior effectively.
• Exhibit excellent public relations and interpersonal skills.
• Understand change processes, organizational development, conflict resolution, and facilitation skills.
• Effective organizational and consensus building skills.
• Plan and implement short- and long-range instructional plans based on instructional strategies, curriculum, student needs, and community resources.
• Adapt instruction to diverse learning styles and cultural backgrounds.
• Develop a variety of instructional strategies, technologies, resources, and techniques for problem solving and critical thinking.
• Utilize multiple assessment methods to monitor progress, adapt instruction, and set goals.
• Effective communication techniques, including verbal, nonverbal, and media, sensitive to student differences and needs.
• Basic understanding of technology impact in curricular areas.
• Follow MISD policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Plan, organize, and provide appropriate learning experiences in assigned area(s).
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to student maturity, interests, and abilities.
• Guide learning toward district curriculum goals.
• Employ varied instructional techniques and media suitable for student needs and location.
• Assess students and provide progress reports and parent communication as needed.
• Identify special needs and seek assistance.
• Collaborate with special education teachers to modify curricula per IEP guidelines.
• Develop student behavior plan consistent with administrative policies.
• Maintain accurate records per law, policy, and regulation.
• Take precautions to protect students, equipment, and facilities.
• Be available to students and parents daily.
• Plan and supervise assignments for aides, volunteers, and student teachers, and evaluate writtenly.
• Engage in ongoing professional growth per district requirements.
• Participate in evaluation process and contribute to agreement on evaluation results.
• Attend campus and district meetings and promote communication.
• Participate in school-sponsored activities as agreed by principal and faculty.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Aides, student teachers, student groups, etc., as assigned by administration.

• Mental Demands:
  Decision making regarding student well-being, maintain emotional control under stress.
• Physical demands: standing, walking, speaking for long periods; lifting or moving small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other equipment.
• Hours:
  
  frequent prolonged and irregular hours.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.