Physical Education Teacher SY

Job Summary

The job of Physical Education Teacher was established for the purpose of facilitating student success in academic and interpersonal skills through academic courses of study and by implementing district approved curriculum, documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific needs of students; providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

• Plan, implement and evaluate classroom instructional activities consistent with building and adopted district policies.
• Diagnose and prescribe learning and training programs for individual pupils based on student aptitude.
• Use a variety of instructional strategies to provide equity and excellence to students of all ability levels.
• Knowledge of and ability to implement the applicable academic learning objectives.
• Ability to foster an educational environment conducive to the learning and maturation process of assigned students. Be able to plan an instructional program designed to meet individual students’ needs and whole groups which may include at‑risk or special needs students.
• Experience with numerous assessment tools, and the ability to use data to drive instruction.
• Assess and evaluate students regularly using appropriate methods and instruments and keeping appropriate and accurate records.
• Use necessary and appropriate instructional methods, techniques, and comply with all state and federal laws regarding the instruction and supervision of children.
• Meet with parents for parent/teacher conferences as necessary.
• Display a commitment to the education profession as evidenced by participation in curriculum development projects, district or building‑level committees, and professional organizations.
• Ability to work in partnership with parents, staff, students, and the community to provide student centered learning.
• Ability to incorporate technology into the curriculum. Computer/technology experience and competence required.
• Experience working with other staff members to accomplish common goals and to develop appropriate instruction.
• Confer and communicate with students, parents or guardians, and other staff, in an open and positive manner to provide guidance, evaluation and encouragement of students.
• Maintain a safe and secure environment for all.

• Washington State Teaching Certificate with endorsement in Health and Fitness required; additional K‑8 preferred.
• Demonstrated success in effective physical education teaching practices.
• Ability and willingness to work effectively with peers.
• Experience working with elementary school students.
• Understanding and knowledge of elementary school aged students.

• Occasional lifting (up to 30 pounds)
• Carrying, pushing and/or pulling; some climbing; some stooping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling
• Significant reaching, handling, speaking, writing, hearing, and fine finger dexterity
• Frequent standing, walking, and sitting

The Omak School District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

This holds true for all district activities, programs, and employment opportunities.

The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
Title IX/RCW
28A.640/RCW
28A.642 Officer, as well as Compliance Coordinator for State Laws RCW 28A.640 Sexual Equality and RCW 28A.642 Discrimination Prohibited Officer, Brittney Richter (bricher), Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Sarah Lewman (slewman). The district also complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Persons who may need some accommodation in the hiring process should contact the Human Resources Office.

Omak School District is a drug and tobacco free workplace.

For more information on Omak School District’s Affactive Action Plan, please visit the “District Information” section located under “our District” on the Omak School District website ksd.org .

This organization requires a successful applicant to provide employment eligibility and verification of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act.