Physical Education Teacher

The Physical Education (PE) Teacher will create a dynamic and engaging instructional culture that promotes physical fitness, healthy living, and lifelong wellness among scholars. In our PE classes, students participate in a variety of physical activities that foster teamwork, sportsmanship, and perseverance. Scholars are encouraged to set and achieve personal fitness goals, engage in cooperative learning, and understand the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. By emphasizing physical, mental, and social well-being, the PE Teacher will help scholars develop a holistic approach to health that they can carry forward into their future.

PE courses taught at The SEED School of Los Angeles County are as follow:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide Excellent Physical Education Instruction to all Scholars

• Foster a classroom culture and environment of high expectations for all scholars that is grounded in a belief that each scholar can learn and achieve at high levels of physical fitness and wellness
• Effectively plan, design, and deliver instruction from the assigned grade level curriculum and provide supports to reach every scholar, regardless of prior physical abilities, disabilities, or English language fluency
• Engage in internalizing assigned curriculum, tied to specific grade level and content standards, in teacher teams and individually to prepare daily lesson plans, instructional materials, and formative assessments aligned to rigorous physical education standards (i.e., National Physical Education Standards)
• Welcome and incorporate feedback from the coaching, guidance, and feedback provided by school leaders, instructional coaches, and content specialists
• Collaborate across the physical education and special education teams to progress monitor in support of students’ IEP goals and physical development plans, in addition to executing varying co-teaching models with the SPED Inclusion Teacher
• Serve as a member of the Physical Education Team to curriculum map based on 9-12 scope and sequence
• Support in the development of Project Based Assessments for Physical Education courses
• Co-create, facilitate, and participate in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) with an emphasis on continuous improvement in physical education
• Support the design of physical fitness programs and events for the Student Life Program
• Facilitate community-building and restorative circles with students during advisory periods, house meetings, or other student programming using the Valor Compass Circle Framework, supporting student voice, belonging, reflection, and accountability within the SEED LA community.
• Other duties as assigned/needed

Cultivate a Culture of Deliberate Instructional Excellence

• Exhibit a continuous improvement mindset to provide scholars opportunities aligned to the profile of a physically literate individual
• Embody the Core Belief Statements of our school community
• Ensure timely and high-quality submission of school requirements such as lesson plans, unit plans, and re-teaching plans
• Provide a coherent and supportive classroom culture aligned to the school-wide culture policy and keep documentation of all interventions taken to support scholar engagement, learning, and well-being
• Maintain accurate, current records for attendance and coursework, and submit timely completed report cards and school-wide assessment records

Physical Requirements

The following requirements represent the essential functions of this position and must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Ability to sit, stand, and use standard office equipment for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to remain alert and responsive during extended work periods, including during crisis prevention or de-escalation situations.
• Sufficient vision, hearing, and communication abilities to monitor student safety, follow instructions, and respond to emergencies.
• Ability to follow safety procedures, assist with emergency response and evacuations, and participate in behavior intervention consistent with training and school policy.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Work is performed in a classroom within a school setting.
• Frequent communication and interaction with students, families, and staff.
• Daily collaboration with academic, operations, and student support teams.
• Schedule generally follows the school calendar; additional hours may be required for reporting cycles or compliance deadlines.
• Exposure to moderate to high noise levels and active school environments.
• May involve exposure to bodily fluids, cleaning agents, and medical or adaptive equipment; adherence to universal precautions is required.

Please Note the Shift Hours for this position

The typical shift is from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm from Monday - Friday.