Teacher​/Coach - Elementary PE

La Grange ISD - Teacher/Coach - Elementary PE

Description/Notes: Seeking applicants for an Elementary School PE Teacher / Coach Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences through classroom instruction to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. As well as providing instruction to athletes to develop their skills, in addition to, strength and conditioning needed to excel in assigned sport(s). This position is for someone willing to contribute to the educational program here at La Grange ISD as a whole and to the growth of students involved in athletics.

Our purpose is to help all students in the development of competencies and skills making for a well rounded adult, that can function successfully in society.

• Bachelor's degree from accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or related training and work experience for certification waivers under the District of Innovation Plan (DOI)
• A teacher certificate that matches the subject and grade level of the assignment (PK-6)

• Physical Education
• Health and Physical Education
• An elementary teacher certificate appropriate for Grades PK-6 assignment

• Early Childhood-Grade 4 (Early Childhood-Grade 4 only)
• Early Childhood-Grade 6

• Early Childhood-Grade 6

• Early Childhood-Grade 4 (Early Childhood-Grade 4 only)
• Early Childhood-Grade 6
• Physical
  
  Education:
  
  Early Childhood-Grade 12

• Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures
• Knowledge of University Interscholastic League (UIL) rules
• Ability to instruct, supervise and evaluate student athletes
• Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Current first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automated external defibrillator (AED) certificate
• Hold or the ability to secure a clear and valid Texas commercial driver's license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned

• Instructional Strategies
  • Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP through the ARD Committee process for each student assigned.
  • Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.
  • Conduct assessment of student learning styles. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
  • Present subject matter effectively and according to guidelines established by IEP. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media including technology to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned.
  • Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.
  • Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.
  • Participate in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional media.
• Student Growth and Development
  • Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
  • Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP.
  • Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by campus principal.
  • Consult district and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.

• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior and administer discipline including intervening in crisis situations and physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP.
• Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Plan and assign the work of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.

• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
• Maintain professional relationships with parents, students, and colleagues.
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents…