PE Teacher 4th - 6th

Crescent Academy is currently hiring for a P.E. Teacher for 4th - 6th grades.

Crescent Academy serves over 500 students at grade level PreK-11. We believe in the whole child approach which means that academy staff assists students and their families in bettering their outcomes by creating a college bound culture that expects and teaches strong character, academic achievement, and civic engagement.

Would you like to be a part of a school that believes strongly in its students and their right to a high quality education? Does your teaching and strong desire to make a difference in a child’s education describe why you became a teacher? Are you interested in creating an innovative, project based, experience for your students? If you possess the following qualities:

• Creativity and Innovative ideas about learning in the classroom
• Project based learning
• Familiar and knowledgeable with the Michigan Common Core Standards
• Enjoy challenges (social, economic) and addressing the whole child school of thought
• Engaged in learning and curriculum coupled with cross curriculum teaching and learning.
• Embracing a data driven mindset to help close achievement gaps
• Working with collegial peers through Professional Learning Communities (PLC) to improve teaching and learning objectives in the classroom.
• Using technology to support teaching and learning in the classroom.
• Able to meet time sensitive tasks and deadlines
• Possess great listening and writing skills
• Persistent characteristics ( closing achievement gaps, and data driven)
• Collaborating within a team and being pro‑active
• Conflict resolution (parents and students)
• Empathy (students, parents, staff)
• Building positive relationships with students and parents
• Possess a great love for children and patience
• Creating a strong bridge between school and home.
• Working with underserved population of students
• Embracing the philosophy of mindfulness techniques
• Open to the use of restorative circles
• Willing to adopt “Time to Teach” classroom management framework and application

If this sounds like you and you also want to be a part of a flexible, supportive, family‑oriented team, then Crescent is the place for you!

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated PE Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for physical education, a strong understanding of child development, and the ability to create a fun and engaging learning environment. The PE Teacher will be responsible for promoting physical fitness, motor skills development, teamwork, and sportsmanship among students.

• Design and implement a comprehensive physical education curriculum that meets state standards, addresses various skill levels, and incorporates a variety of activities, including sports, gymnastics, dance, and fitness.
• Deliver engaging and age‑appropriate lessons that encourage student participation, skill development, and a positive attitude towards physical activity.
• Develop assessments and monitor student performance through various methods, including tests, physical skills, fitness levels, overall participation, and presentations.
• Maintain a safe and organized gym environment by following safety protocols, properly handling equipment, and ensuring that all activities are conducted in a safe manner.
• Educate students on the importance of physical activity, nutrition, and healthy habits, fostering a lifelong appreciation for wellness.
• Collaborate with colleagues to align curricula and participate in ongoing professional development initiatives.
• Participate in school activities, meetings, and events to contribute to the overall mission of the institution.
• Maintain a safe and positive environment for all students
• Maintain effective communication with students, parents, and school staff
• Regular and predictable attendance

• Supervision of multiple students at once
• Establishing routines and procedures
• Maintaining a safe and orderly environment
• Create and implement instructional plans
• Participate in continuous professional development
• Effective oral and written communication skills

• Occasionally lift/move objects weighing up to 25lbs
• Stand and walk frequently
• Occasionally…