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!

Job Summary
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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.

Responsibilities:

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

Cognitive Demands:

• 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

Physical Demands:

• Occasionally lift/move objects weighing up to 25lbs

• Stand and walk frequently

• Occasionally sit on the floor or bend down/squat

• Withstand all demands presented by outside weather conditions at any time of the year

• Withstand a moderate noise level

• Be able to perform first aid/CPR if necessary

• Assist/lift students, as necessary

Qualifications
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• Bachelor's degree in Physical Education, Kinesiology, Education, or a related field.

• Valid teaching certification/license in Michigan for elementary education with an endorsement in physical education.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in planning and assessing educational activities.

• Ability to inspire and motivate students to participate in physical activities and develop healthy lifestyles.

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