This opening calls for specific teaching qualifications set by the school.
CalWest’s client school in the Greater San Francisco Area is seeking a Lower School Physical Education Teacher to begin August 2024.
CalWest Required Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s Degree and/or other educational requirements listed on the job description
- Requisite skills commensurate with the position
- A reasonable commuting distance to the CalWest client school, or a willingness to relocate
- Authorization to live and work in the United States
Client School Preferred Qualifications
- Have a minimum of two years of exemplary Physical Education teaching experience, at least a Bachelor’s Degree in a health related area, and a valid California Teaching Credential
- Training in PlayWorks and/or Advanced Coaching preferred
- Be well-versed in progressive educational theory and practices and be culturally competent to build and maintain an inclusive community
- Have a proven track record of working successfully in a diverse environment that upholds high values in social justice education and practices
- Possess a working understanding of developmental/constructivist teaching practices and social-emotional learning
- Have a nurturing and supportive tone & rapport with elementary students that upholds clear expectations and establishes routines and organizational systems to build self sufficiency
Responsibilities
- Designing curriculum for twice weekly PE sessions for K-4 students that address the developmental needs of each age group through a program that highlights fitness, wellness, skill building, and sportspersonship via traditional and non-traditional sports and athletic games/activities.
- Actively supervising students while engaged in PE and during lunch duties and recess duties
- Collaborating with the Middle School Physical Education / Athletic Director
- Collaborating with the Lower School Specialist Teacher team and Lower School Lead Teachers and Assistant Teachers
- Managing equipment purchases and organization of equipment in the PE shed for both lower school PE and recess needs
- Communicating proactively with families via posts on our parent platform, ParentSquare, communication as needs arise with individual families and through formal conferences and progress reports twice yearly
Salary Range
$66,000 – $85,000
