Elementary Physical Education Teacher

Job Title: Teacher - Physical Education

Reports To: Building Administrator

Classification: Certified

FLSA Status: Exempt

Bargaining Unit: CEA

Salary: Depend on Experience

Physical education is an academic subject and, as such, demands the same education rigor as other core subjects. Physical education provides students with a planned, sequential, K‑12 standards‑based program of curricula and instruction designed to develop motor skills, knowledge and behaviors for active living, physical fitness, sportsmanship, self‑efficacy and emotional intelligence.

• A valid State of Oregon Teaching License appropriate for the position
• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
• The ability to follow oral and written instructions
• The ability to effectively work and communicate with students, parents, and school personnel from diverse cultures and/or backgrounds
• The ability to work harmoniously with others
• Proficient oral and written communication skills in English
• Proficient in the use of computer and Internet based applications, including but not limited to email and systems applications
• The ability to learn new automated systems as they are brought online by the District
• Possess and maintain a current CPR and First Aid card
• Demonstrate a strong command of the physical skills necessary to teach a variety of sports, games and activities
• Maintain integrity of confidential information relating to students, staff, or district patrons

• Cultivate and model a respectful working and learning environment
• Annually pass the District's required online training by the District's assigned due‑date
• Follow site and/or District protocol for reporting absences
• Maintain current licenses and/or certificates required for the position
• Utilize the District's electronic systems and applications related to the job
• Have a thorough understanding of the requirements related to national and state standards in physical education, and possibly District
• Develop and communicate course goals related to standards in physical education
• Use instructional strategies that will enable all students to meet the state benchmarks for physical education
• Engages students in learning by enabling all learners to participate through multiple modalities
• Utilize engaging and culturally relevant curriculum
• Organize instruction using learning objectives with clearly defined student outcomes
• Employ teaching strategies congruent with planned student outcomes
• Select teaching strategies emphasizing student involvement
• Monitor student learning and pace instruction accordingly
• Develop and maintain a safe and secure learning environment that promotes success, appropriate risk taking, positive self expression, and enjoyment
• High expectations for learning and behavior are evident
• Lesson plans and curriculum are aligned with current local, state, and national standards
• Instructional support materials are utilized to enhance the lesson
• Assessment is based on mastery of learning expectations which are aligned with local, state, and national standards and is communicated regularly with relevant stakeholders
• Teacher is collegial and interacts appropriately with staff, parents, students, and school volunteers while modeling personal behaviors of honesty, fairness, courtesy and consideration
• Teacher is a lifelong learner and advocate within the profession
• Promote lifelong physical activity and skillful movement
• Participate in ongoing development opportunities and establishes professional goals each year
• Participate as an integral contributing member of the overall school community

In 8‑hour workday, this job requires:

R – Rarely (Less than .5 hr per day)
O – Occasionally (.5 – 2.5 hrs per day)
F – Frequently (2.5 – 5.5 hrs per day)
C – Continually (5.5 – 8 hrs per day)
NA – Not Applicable

A. Work effectively with and respond to people from diverse cultures or backgrounds

B. Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech, and dress in a neat, clean, and appropriate professional manner for the assignment and work setting

C. Have regular and punctual attendance

D. Confer regularly with immediate supervisor

E. Follow all District policies, work procedures, and reasonable requests by proper authority.

F. Maintain the integrity of confidential information relating to students, staff, and District patrons.