Job description
Physical Education Teacher
(and PE Substitute Teacher)
Learning at UNIS is guided by the UNIS Mission and Guiding Principles, and is defined in the UNIS Teaching and Learning Policy. All academic job descriptions at UNIS are interpreted in the context of these standards.
Under the auspices of the United Nations and guided by its ideals, UNIS provides an inclusive and diverse learning environment in which rigorous international programs foster academic excellence, innovation, creativity and cross-cultural communication to educate and inspire its students to become an active force in shaping a better world: peaceful, compassionate and sustainable.
POSITION SUMMARY
Physical Education Teacher with a bachelor’s degree in Physical Education or related and at least three years of experience with elementary, middle, and high school children. In addition, the following skills: ensure a positive environment, communicate effectively, maintain accurate record keeping.
The Physical Education Teacher is dedicated, student focused and committed to providing an interactive learning environment. The Physical Education Teacher collaborates with all members of the school community to meet the needs of students and promote the philosophy of school.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Physical Education Teacher’s responsibilities include the following, but are not limited to:
- Plan and instruct high-quality physical education classes for PreK-12 students emphasizing safety, fun, differentiation, knowledge, understanding, and skill development.
- Evaluate and assess student learning and performance in physical education classes, maintaining records and writing report cards.
- Utilizing learning management and student information systems such as Schoology and Seesaw.
- Communicate effectively with students, faculty, and parents about student progress.
- Collaborate and participate actively in the work of the Department on innovative curriculum design and program development.
- Participate actively in the school community, which may include coaching an interscholastic athletics team or being involved in the After School Sports Program.
- Maintain good professional and collaborative relationships with colleagues.
- Commit to personal growth through active participation in professional development.
SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Three years of relevant teaching experience, with a proven history across different age ranges
- CPR, AED, and First Aid Certification
- Concussion Training
- A record of integrity and the ability to inspire students and athletes to perform at a high level
- Strong leadership, motivational, interpersonal, and organizational skills
- Commitment to social justice, diversity, equity, and anti-racist, anti-bias education
- Computer literacy and technological proficiency
- Effective classroom management skills
- True passion for teaching
- Demonstrate knowledge of content and pedagogy of different physical education curriculum areas, including a combination of team sports, individual/dual sports, strength, and conditioning, dance/gymnastics, and/or yoga.
- Experience playing and/or coaching a team sport at the high school level; playing and/or coaching at the college level preferred.
EDUCATION: BA in Physical Education (Masters preferred).
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to function under fast paced and noisy conditions; May require being active for long periods of time; hear and understand speech at normal levels; speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly; physical agility to push, pull, lift and or carry up to 50 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position required both inside and outside work that may include exposure to rain and inclement weather.
Hourly Rate:
Ranges from $33 to $66 per hour.
Application Process:
Interested candidates must apply via our online application portal at: https://www.unis.org/about-unis/employment.
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