Job Overview This position is a dual contract position that involves teaching PE and or Health AND coaching one or more UIL sport based on campus needs.
The Teacher Health PE Coach will plan and implement an instructional program and provide related educational services for students in assigned grade levels.
Teachers will follow the FBISD Scope and Sequence and use the provided curriculum and resources for the subject taught.
PE curriculum includes outdoor activities.
The incumbent will manage student behavior, assess and evaluate student achievement, and modify instructional activities as required; carry out a variety of student monitoring and controls activities.
Any teacher who coaches a UIL sport will also provide athletic services related to that athletic sport and the athletic program.
Position Description Essential
Duties and Responsibilities
- Classroom Instruction Assess student abilities as related to desired educational goals, objectives, and outcomes.
- Continually assess student achievement and maintain appropriate assessment and evaluation documentation for institutional and individual reporting purposes Plan and implement an instructional program which provides appropriate learning experiences, considering different learning styles and a range of learning curves and utilizing appropriate equipment Manage the behavior of learners in instructional setting to ensure environment is conducive to the learning process, and assists and participates in management of student behavior in other parts of the school, center, school grounds, or work site Utilize a variety of instructional materials and available multi-media and computer technology to enhance learning Work in a self-contained, team, departmental, itinerant capacity, or at field work site, as assigned.
- As needed, request assistance of and works with resource personnel Participate in in-service and staff development activities and staff meetings Ensure continuous communication with parents, both written and oral, to keep them informed of student(s) progress Continually communicate with students on instructional expectations and keeps them informed of their progress in meeting those expectations Manage allotted learning time to maximize student achievement May assign work to and supervise instructional assistants, parent, and student volunteers Ensure classroom/gym and/or instructional environment is attractive, healthful, safe, and conducive to learning and that materials are assessable to students and in good condition May, as itinerant, serve at two or more schools on a regular basis.
- May make off-school site visits to monitor students, confer with employers, or site instructors Support or participate in school wide student activities and social events and approved fund raising activities As assigned or required, monitor student behavior in non-instructional areas and intervene to control and modify disruptive behavior, reporting to appropriate administrator as appropriate Collaborate with other school professionals (counselors, librarians, cafeteria managers) to carry out school wide instructional or related activities This position requires a dual contract for coaching a UIL sport.
- The following essential duties and responsibilities are applicable to coaching.
- Perform coaching duties as assigned as well as other duties required for the smooth, efficient operation of a successful athletic program Possess knowledge and adhere to UIL rules and regulations Assist the Athletic Department with budget, schedules, care/use of facilities Communicate with the Athletic Department on a regular basis Implement and monitor the extracurricular code of conduct Supervisory Responsibilities None
Qualification Requirements
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the above essential duties satisfactorily.
- The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities, required unless otherwise stated as preferred.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions.
- Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology, Health or a related field including course work in the subject/program to which assigned and in curriculum and instructional methodology Teaching PE or Health for at least 2 years may substitute for the degree in the Kinesiology or Health field.
- Bachelor degree in another field will still be required.
- Valid Teaching Certification Issued by Texas Education Agency appropriate to subject and grade level of assignment or has received statement of eligibility Valid Driver's license with CDL Certification upon hire or will be required to obtain within 90 days of hire, failure to maintain could result in termination Current CPR Certification state mandate, must obtain prior to first day of employment Coaching experience preferred Demonstrated knowledge of FBISD program of studies related to assignments and public school mission, goals, and organization Demonstrated knowledge of content, curriculum, methods, materials, and equipment of instructional specialty(ies) to which assigned Demonstrated knowledge of adolescent growth and development or, if applicable, adult learning theory Demonstrated knowledge ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional programs Demonstrated knowledge to plan and implement lessons based on division and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students Demonstrated knowledge of health and wellness Strong oral and written communication skill; excellent human relations skills Strong organizational and team-building skills Proficiency in coaching as well as experience in designing daily lesson plans and practice plans is preferred Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
The work environment characteristics and physical demands 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. Work is performed in classrooms, offices, work stations and meeting rooms.
- The position requires occasional walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting/carrying work related items weighing less than 40 pounds, such as books, papers and presentation materials.
- The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
- Attendance at conferences and professional development is required.
- Work involves everyday risks and discomforts which require normal safety precautions when operating equipment or performing job duties.
- May work prolonged or irregular hours and must be able to maintain emotional control under stress.
Additional Information
This position requires travel to various campuses and district meeting sites. This position requires the employee to go outside for some units of instruction. This position requires the employee to work evenings and weekends.
