PE Teacher​/Coach

Position: PE Teacher / Coach
Location: Kennedale

Primary Purpose:Provide instruction and coach students to develop skills and ability to excel in assigned
sport(s). Contribute to education program as a whole and to growth of students involved in
athletics. Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core
academic subject area assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional,
physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function
successfully in society.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:Bachelor's degree from accredited university
Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training for subject and level assigned
Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned
Current first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automated external defibrillator
(AED) certificate
Clear and valid Texas commercial driver's license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S)
endorsements (optional)

Special Knowledge/Skills: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 and supervise student athletes
Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical
(include if bus driving duties are required)
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:One-year student teaching or approved internship
Experience as coach or participant in sport assigned

Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies1. Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district's curriculum
program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect
accommodations for differences in individual student differences.
2. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials,
equipment, and technology that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of
students' assigned and present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas
Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
3. Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional
activities.
4. Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for
special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans
(IEP).Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and
methods according to district requirements.
5. Plan and assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.
6. Use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve the
abilities of student athletes in the sport assigned.
7. Manage and supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote
individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and good sportsmanship.
8. Work with other members of school staff to plan and implement instructional goals and
objectives to ensure the overall educational development of student athletes.
Program Management9. Establish performance criteria for competition and evaluate students' athletic abilities
initially and on a regular basis. Model performance criteria and physical movements required
for successful student performance of sport.
10. Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, materials, and
facilities.
11. Work with athletic director to schedule competitions and plan season activities including
practices, special events, and tournaments.
12. Coordinate with transportation department for travel arrangements to out-of-town
events. (Drive bus to transport student to out-of-district competitions (optional)).
13. Ensure compliance with all UIL rules.

14. Monitor and enforce student eligibility criteria for extracurricular participation.
15. Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of coaching program and make changes
based on findings.
Student Management16.…