Physical Education Teacher

• Organize and lead daily physical activity for students, grades Pre-K-8 
• Plan lessons and activities that promote familiarity with various sports and basic skills to participate in organized games
• Lead cooperative play to promote team building
• Provide consistent motivation, enthusiasm, and role modeling for healthy lifestyle choices
• Document student activities, participation, and services provided
• Lead wellness initiatives to promote physical activity and nutrition
• Utilize CLCS “CREW qualities” during cooperative play activities
• Support academic instruction by working collaboratively within the classroom with content teachers 
• Lead advisory with group of middle school students to promote social development, goal setting and reflection 
• Supervise students during arrival, dismissal, transitions, lunch and recess 
• Assist with special projects and events
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years experience implementing physical activities and coaching in school-based, after-school, and/or community-based settings
• Comfortable working in various urban settings and with diverse populations
• Team-oriented with strong organizational and collaborative skills
• Adapts well to changes in assignment and priorities with the ability to respond effectively to new information, changing conditions, and unexpected obstacles
• Available for after-school activities 
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Willingness to model standards of nutrition and activity and personally demonstrating the caliber of performance and behavior that is expected of the staff and students