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MJS: Most Joyful School
SUMMARY
The Associate Physical Education Teacher is responsible for assisting in developing the talents of students K-8 in physical education, to develop strength, skill, agility, poise, and coordination in individual, dual, and team physical activities and sports, in accordance with each student’s ability. In addition, assisting in the teaching of cognitive concepts about motor skills and fitness.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist teaches in all assigned classes, including knowledge and skills in physical fitness, health education, dance and team sports, and other learning activities.
Assist in the development of curriculum and other developmental programs.
Instructs students in citizenship, sportsmanship and basic subject matter related to physical education.
Works collaboratively with other physical education teachers and administrators in planning a balanced physical education program.
Analyzes, demonstrates, and explains basic skills, knowledge, and strategies of formal sports, games, rhythms, and fundamentals of body movement.
Assist in individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum of the needs of each pupil, to the extent feasible.
Asist in the integration of technology into the curriculum where appropriate.
Prepares proper equipment for each class, provides appropriate safety instruction, and makes safety checks on equipment and field areas to ensure the over-all safety of student and the care of equipment and facilities.
Participates in staff meetings, prepares reports and assessments, does supervisory duties for recess and lunch as assigned, and assists with special events and activities.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Excellent verbal communication skills.
Strong motivational and organizational skills.
Extensive knowledge of physical fitness, sports, and exercise.
Patience, sense of humor, flexibility, ability to relate to students across a range of ages (K-8)
Ability to perform, demonstrate and participate in all aspects of the physical activities.
Basic proficiency with a range of technology such as Microsoft word, Excel, and other database programs.
QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma required. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
Minimum of two years or more teaching physical education.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job the employee works primarily in the gymnasium and the field as well as other various locations throughout the campus where the noise levels range from moderate to loud.
Educational Vision Statement:
Guided by our Holy Child heritage, we provide a distinctive educational experience that balances tradition and innovation in an intellectually challenging and creative environment. Students discover their best selves as they question, collaborate, and connect in a joyful community.
Mayfield Junior School Mission Statement:
Mayfield Junior School, a Catholic independent school founded and sponsored by the Society of the Holy Child Jesus, implements the philosophy of the Holy Child Schools which is based on trust and reverence for the dignity of every person. We are committed to the religious and educational development of each child and to maintaining a sense of community and family spirit that welcomes people of diverse backgrounds. At Mayfield, each child is challenged to reach his or her potential. We encourage our students to respond to the needs of our time with compassion, integrity, and confidence in God and in their own gifts.
Mayfield Junior School is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
