PRIMARY PURPOSE:To develop in each student an understanding of the relationship of good body function and exercise; to motivate each student to cultivate physical fitness, hygienic habits, and good social and emotional adjustment; to discover and develop talents of students in physical achievement; to develop strength, skill, agility, poise, and coordination in individual, dual, and team physical activities and sports, in accordance with each student’s ability.?Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed 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:
Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assignedSpecial Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of subjects assigned
Must possess a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with specific endorsements for operating a school bus
General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skillsMAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIESUse a variety of instructional techniques to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student athletes in the sport assigned.Manage and supervise athletic activities and practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and good sportsmanship.Apply and enforce student discipline during athletic contests, practice sessions, as well as any athletic activity on and off school property in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.Must acquire Texas CDL (Commercial Driver License) to transport students in district vehicles.Teaches knowledge and skills in physical fitness, health education, rhythms, and dance, and individual, dual, or team sports, utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities.Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.Works cooperatively with other physical education teachers in planning a balanced physical education program.Analyzes, demonstrates, and explains basic skills, knowledge’s, and strategies of formal sports, games rhythms, and fundamentals of body movement.Plan lessons that fulfill the requirements of district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required using technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.Uses appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned providing individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student, to the extent feasible.Works cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).May teach Physical Education classes for handicapped students, interscholastic athletics, or drill team to senior high students.Provides appropriate safety instruction and makes safety checks on equipment and field areas to insure the over-all safety of students taking all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.Maintains control of storage and use of school-owned property.Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive environment in the physical education areas in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.Evaluates each student’s growth in physical skills, knowledge, and contribution in team sports.Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district, and/or in self-selected professional growth activities keeping informed of and complying with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.Participates cooperatively with the appropriate administrator to develop the method by which he/she will be evaluated in conformance with district guidelines.Selects and requisitions uniforms, equipment, and instructional aides; maintains required inventory records.Communicates with parents and school counselors on student progress.Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems.Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned work day.Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs and assists in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities. Maintains a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents requiredDevelops and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district’s curriculum program and shows written evidence of preparation as required.Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.Work cooperatively special education teachers to modify curriculum 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.Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aides(s) and volunteer(s).Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the Campus Director.Be a positive role model for students; support mission of school district.Create and maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students and is congruent with the teaching philosophy, Board of Education policy and goals of the district.Maintain student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.Encourage students to meet acceptable standards of classroom behavior as defined in the Student Code of ConductTake all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principal, and teachers.Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.Keep informed of and complies with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.Maintain regular attendance.Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students, parents, and colleagues concerning academic, attendance and behavioral progress of students.Check and respond to e-mail and voice mail daily.Take precautions to protect students.Make provisions to be available to students and parents for educationally-related purposes outside the instructional day when necessary and under reasonable terms.Abide by the school’s grading policy.Maintain records of student attendance and performance.Maintain an accurate and up-to-date grade book and at any specified time student grade information can be produced.Maintain records as required by law and district policy.Uphold and enforce all school policies and state regulations.Maintain confidentiality. Does not discuss children or their families outside of the school.Attend and participate in committee, team, departmental, faculty, and district meetings as required.Perform other duties as assigned.WORKING CONDITIONSEquipment Used:Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals including specialized equipment that is particularly unique to the assignment.Mental Demands:Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); interpret policy, procedures, and data; maintain emotional control under stress.Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Frequent district-wide travel; occasional regional and state-wide travel; work indoors and outdoors to conduct on-site inspections of stadium, field examinations and visits to sites and schools; frequent prolonged and irregular hours; steady phone interactions; frequent standing, walking, stooping, bending, twisting, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and minor lifting, and carrying small stacks of textbooks, media or athletic equipment, desks, and other classroom or athletic equipment; may have exposure to biological hazards; occasional moderate lifting.This job description has been reviewed to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the District reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the District may deem appropriate.ABOUT BOB HOPE SCHOOL
Bob Hope School is a growing open-enrollment public charter school (non-profit) providing parents a choice in their child's education. Bob Hope Elementary is a Montessori / Dual-Language campus. Instruction is conducted in a two-way immersion program, where teachers fluent in English teach ELA and those fluent in Spanish teach SLA and are supported by teacher aides with a strong command of both languages. Campuses are located in Port Arthur, Beaumont, and Baytown, Texas. The Hughen Center, Inc. is the charter holder of Bob Hope School.
Bob Hope School provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.
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