DEFINITION:

Under general supervision, teaches one or more classes in the filed of Physical Education to students in grades 7 through 12, assists in other school programs as assigned, and creates a flexible program and environment favorable to learning and personal growth in accordance with each student's ability.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Teaches knowledge and skills in physical education to secondary students utilizing the course of study prescribed by the District approved curriculum
• Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the district
• Works cooperatively with other physical education teachers in planning a balanced physical education program, adapting daily schedules to accommodate weather conditions and to provide time for changing clothes, showers, instruction, exercise and sports activities
• Analyzes, demonstrates and explains basic skills, knowledge and strategies in formal sports, games, rhythm and fundamentals of body movement
• Provides individual and small group instruction in order to adapt curriculum to the needs of the students to the extent feasible
• Exhibits proper conduct in the handling of student emergencies
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior required to provide an orderly and productive environment
• Instructs students in proper care and use of materials and equipment, organizes storage areas, and controls use of materials to prevent loss or abuse
• Evaluates each student's performance and growth in knowledge and understanding, and prepares progress reports.
• Selects and requisitions instructional material, books, etc., and maintains inventory records
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the District and/or in self-selected professional growth activities
• Participates cooperatively with the appropriate administrator to develop the method by which he/she will be evaluated in conformance with district guidelines
• Communicates with parents and school counselors on student progress
• Cooperates in school-wide supervision of students during out-of-classroom activities
• Participates in faculty and/or District committees and the sponsorship of student activities

CREDENTIAL:

• Valid California Credential or license authorizing service in grade levels and areas assigned
• Valid English Learner Certification

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's degree, including all courses to meet credential requirements.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. 

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and frequently lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

COMMENTS:

Work is generally outdoors, often dealing with machines or equipment.