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.

Essential Duties:

• 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…