Elementary PE Teacher

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Elementary Physical Education Teacher to join our team! The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching engaging physical education lessons to our Kindergarten thru 4th grade students. The Elementary Physical Education teacher is one who also displays a deep knowledge of Scripture and how it applies to the lives of students. This includes an ability to demonstrate a passion for ministering to students.

The candidate must be a professing and maturing Christian enthusiastically supporting Valley Christian's statement of faith and mission statements.

• Display a deep knowledge of Physical Education and teach it from a Biblical perspective
• Display the ability to connect Biblical truth to students' lives
• Demonstrate a passion for ministering to students through teaching, counseling, encouragement, and mentoring
• Teach PE utilizing the best practices and following prescribed scope and sequence as scheduled by the Administrator/Principal
• Promote student engagement to inspire and encourage progress while supporting and strengthening the learning capabilities of each student
• Maintain a healthy learning environment for the students in the classroom by using appropriate enforcement of student behavior rules
• Maintain records by documenting learning accomplishments, attendance, incidents, and behavior in accordance with guidelines and policies
• Establish and adjust course syllabi outlines and objectives by following curriculum guidelines and school goals, modifying plans on the basis of student diagnostic and assessment procedures
• Attend professional development workshops provided by Valley Christian Schools
• Exercise open and respectful communication with students, families, co-workers, and supervisors
• Adheres to and honors Valley Christian standards, policies, procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Performs other related assigned duties

• Must have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ that is a consistent testimony among others
• Agree to uphold Valley Christian’s Mission & Beliefs which can be found at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./
• Agree to uphold Valley Christian’s Statement of Faith
• Faithfully attend and financially support a local church whose beliefs are in agreement with our school’s Mission & Beliefs.
• Adheres to and honors Valley Christian standards, policies, procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Attain ACSI Standard Certification within one year of employment
• Must have and maintain a valid level one IVP fingerprint card
• Must have and maintain a valid Arizona driver's license
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally
• Must have excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to multi-task with organization without direct supervision
• Must have strong leadership and team‑building abilities

• Use a computer (visual and keyboarding) for long periods of time
• Able to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) 50% of the time
• Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds
• At times requires stooping, bending, turning, pushing, pulling, reaching and climbing stairs
• Use of hands, fingers, arms to reach, grip and maneuver objects
• Must be able to respond quickly to sounds (fire/security alarms)
• Work in noisy and crowded school environment
• Able to work a flexible schedule including weekends and evenings when needed
• Frequent walking throughout the campus
• Work around small children including sitting, standing, running and climbing stairs
• Must be able to lift and carry small children up to 40 pounds in case of emergency

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related field from an accredited college

• 3+ years teaching experience

VCS conducts pre‑employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Subject to the Constitution of the United States and all applicable state and federal laws, Valley Christian Schools does not discriminate against applicants or students on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin in its admissions or in the administration of its education policies, programs, or activities. In addition, Valley Christian Schools does not discriminate in its employment practices.

Valley Christian Schools is a Christian education institution and, in compliance with Title VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964, reserves the right to give preference in employment based upon religion. It is our desire to build an employee community of individuals who are currently living out their Christian faith that agree with our Statement of Faith, beliefs, philosophy, and qualifications.