Physical Education Teacher - Soldiers Memorial Middle School

Position Summary

A middle school physical education teacher in Tennessee for grades 5-8 is responsible for delivering standards-based instruction that promotes physical literacy, fitness, and social-emotional growth.

10 month position

• Instructional Planning:
  Develop and execute lesson plans aligned with the Tennessee Physical Education Standards, covering motor skills, cognitive concepts, and fitness.
• Activity Facilitation:
  Lead diverse activities including individual and team sports, physical fitness routines, rhythms, and dance.
• Student Assessment:
  Monitor and document student progress using assessments like Fitness Gram to track health-related fitness levels.
• Safety & Environment:
  Maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment by managing equipment and facility use and applying safety best practices.
• Collaboration:
  
  Participate in faculty meetings, communicate student progress to parents, and work with administrators to refine academic programs.
• Extracurricular Involvement:
  Often includes coaching athletic teams or facilitating community-building events.

• Education:
  
  A Bachelor's degree in Physical Education, Kinesiology, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Licensure: A valid Tennessee teaching license with an applicable endorsement.
• Testing:
  Successful completion of the Praxis II Physical
  
  Education:
  
  Content Knowledge exam.
• Physical Health:
  Must be in good physical health and capable of standing, walking, and demonstrating physical techniques.

• Instructional Leadership:
  Ability to manage large groups in gym or outdoor settings while maintaining student focus.
• Inclusion Expertise:
  Skill in adapting activities to accommodate various ability levels and learning styles.
• Communication:
  Strong interpersonal skills for connecting with diverse students, families, and stakeholders.