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Summary of Responsibilities Under the direction of the Building Principal, the PE teacher is responsible for planning and delivering developmentally appropriate physical education instruction to elementary students in conjunction with the special education teachers. The PE teacher promotes physical fitness, motor development, teamwork, sportsmanship, healthy lifestyles, and positive social-emotional development through engaging and inclusive physical activity experiences.

Essential Functions:

Establishes collaborative relationships with colleagues, consultants, therapists, and administrators. Maintains the required ISBE educational license to teach PE and training required of all Parkland Preparatory Academy employees as well as those professional certifications and endorsements required by ISBE. Keeps informed, and actively seeks training in current developments, trends, and instructional best practices which pertain to the overall success of the student by maximizing his or her individual skills and talents. Assists in physically restraining students and/or crisis management when necessitated by student behavior. Attends scheduled team meetings. Recognizes and proactively reacts to conditions which, potentially, may alter the effectiveness of the whole program and/or their specific job responsibilities. Completes reports as required and/or assigned by principal Gives verbal or written feedback of student's progress when requested Communicates with parents/guardians and external consumers in a positive and supportive manner. Participates and contributes to in-service trainings and staff development opportunities and provides input and suggestions for future topics and directions. Maintains certification in CPR/AED, first aid training, and has completed concussion training and assists principal to assess students in emergency situations Attends classes, conferences, and other opportunities for learning for personal professional development. Demonstrates knowledge of all procedures related to emergencies and disasters. Participates in discussions in a proactive, professional, and solution focused manner. Confronts issues with other staff honestly and respectfully. Processes incidences to a mutually satisfactory conclusion.

Educational/Experience:

Must have an Illinois Teaching Certification with PE endorsement/approval - Special Education LBS I Licensure preferred. Knowledge of educational, child development and classroom teaching/management theories with a good understanding of educational and therapeutic interventions is preferred.

Job Specifications :

Skills/Knowledge and Abilities Must accept direction, adhere to policies and procedures and carry out assignments. Must demonstrate tact, resourcefulness, patience, and dedication and react calmly and effectively in emergency situations Must demonstrate exemplary interpersonal skills, verbally communicate clearly and distinctly in a noisy environment, and be visually observant in dealing with staff, students, and parents. Must project a positive image of the school to the students, parents/guardians, and staff as well as exhibit a positive employee attitude. Must have knowledge of legal obligations for reporting abuse and/or neglect, knowledge of crisis intervention procedures and special education rules and regulations. Must have ability to adapt to various subject and vocational areas. Must have some knowledge of computer operations and proficient in Excel and Word Must possess a valid Illinois driver's license. Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with Parkland students, supervisors, coworkers, subordinates, support agencies, and a variety of external consumers. Adheres to the policies and procedures of Parkland Preparatory Academy.

Physical and Special Demands:

Demonstrates preventative measures relating to Infection Control concepts. Required to frequently sit, stand, bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, balance, push, pull and twist as well as walk and drive for extended periods. Ability to walk up and down stairs. Ability to demonstrate and lead physical education activities throughout the day. Ability to operate machinery and equipment on premises. Works continuously in an environment where the noise level is frequently high and where: Chemicals are used for cleaning Mechanical and electrical hazards may be present occasionally Dust, mist and steam are generated in housekeeping tasks frequently Able to lift, carry, and lower 50 pounds without assistance. Ability to respond in a crisis to angry and sometimes disorganized, psychotic and/or verbally and physically abusive students while maintaining focus on student and staff safety. Ability to verbally communicate to de-escalate a crisis situation. Able to participate in physical restraint of students per policy. Must possess the ability to provide physical restrain to students. Must have the visual, hearing, and learning capabilities sufficient to perform the essential functions defined above.

Environment and Scheduling :

Work is performed during school days and hours. Work is performed in and in association with Parkland Preparatory Academy. Duties involve contact with students who may be threatening, aggressive, suicidal and/or under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

HIPAA Privacy Training and Sanctions:

All employees who have access to health information whose confidentiality is protected by the HIPAA Privacy Rule are required by the Rule to receive training so that they have an understanding and knowledge of the Privacy Rule that corresponds to their job responsibilities and of the group health plan's policies and procedures that impact on their job duties. Training on requirements of the HIPAA Privacy Rule and the plan's health information policies and procedures under the direction of the plan privacy officer is a pre-requisite for this position. Employees who violate the requirements of the HIPAA Privacy Rule will be subject to discipline, up to and including termination.

Disclaimer Statement:

This description is intended to describe the essential job functions, the general supplemental functions, and the essential requirements for the performance of this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements of a person so classified. Management retains the right to add to or change the duties at any time.

Pay:

$62,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person