Gilchrist Elementary School/Gilchrist Jr./Sr. High School Physical Education Teacher

Gilchrist Elementary School/Gilchrist Jr./Sr. High School Physical Education Teacher

KLAMATH COUNTY SD

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KLAMATH COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Details

Job ID:

5666696

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Aug 24, 2026 Job Description

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION

This job description applies to Physical Education teachers, unless otherwise identified by a specific teaching assignment in an alternate job description. Additional responsibilities and qualifications may be added for a specific position by the supervisor. Physical ability to adhere to OSHA and district safety regulations. Work within the district's communicable disease control plan (blood borne pathogens) and be aware of the existence and potential exposure to hazardous chemicals as identified on the SDS sheets. Responsibilities include student safety and security.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

DOMAIN 1: Planning and Preparation 1a Demonstrating Knowledge of Content and Pedagogy

• Content knowledge
• Prerequisite relationships
• Content pedagogy 1b Demonstrating Knowledge of Students
• Child development
• Learning process
• Special needs
• Student skills, knowledge, and proficiency
• Interests and cultural heritage 1c Setting Instructional Outcomes
• Value, sequence, and alignment
• Clarity
• Balance
• Suitability for diverse learners 1d Demonstrating Knowledge of Resources
• For classroom
• To extend content knowledge
• For students 1e Designing Coherent Instruction
• Learning activities
• Instructional materials and resources
• Instructional groups
• Lesson and unit structure 1f Designing Student Assessments
• Congruence with outcomes
• Criteria and standards
• Formative assessments
• Use for planning

DOMAIN 2

The Classroom Environment 2a Creating an Environment of Respect and Rapport

• Teacher interaction with students
• Student interaction with students 2b Establishing a Culture for Learning
• Importance of content
• Expectations for learning and achievement
• Student pride in work 2c Managing Classroom Procedures
• Instructional groups
• Transitions
• Materials and supplies
• Non-instructional duties
• Supervision of volunteers and paraprofessionals 2d Managing Student Behavior
• Expectations
• Monitoring behavior
• Response to misbehavior 2e Organizing Physical Space
• Safety and accessibility
• Arrangement of furniture and resources

DOMAIN 3

Instruction 3a Communicating With Students

• Expectations for learning
• Directions and procedures
• Explanations of content
• Use of oral and written language 3b Using Questioning and Discussion Techniques
• Quality of questions
• Discussion techniques
• Student participation 3c Engaging Students in Learning
• Activities and assignments
• Student groups
• Instructional materials and resources
• Structure and pacing 3d Using Assessment in Instruction
• Assessment criteria
• Monitoring of student learning
• Feedback to students
• Student self-assessment and monitoring 3e Demonstrating Flexibility and Responsiveness
• Lesson adjustment
• Response to students
• Persistence

DOMAIN 4

Professional Responsibilities 4a Reflecting on Teaching

• Accuracy
• Use in future teaching 4b Maintaining Accurate Records
• Student completion of assignments
• Student progress in learning
• Non-instructional records 4c Communicating with Families
• About instructional program
• About individual students
• Engagement of families in instructional program 4d Participating in a Professional Community
• Relationships with colleagues
• Participation in school projects
• Involvement in culture of professional inquiry
• Service to school 4e Growing and Developing Professionally
• Enhancement of content knowledge / pedagogical skill
• Receptivity to feedback from colleagues
• Service to the profession 4f Showing Professionalism
• Integrity/ethical conduct
• Service to students
• Advocacy
• Decision-making
• Compliance with school/district regulations

WORKPLACE EXPECTATIONS

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Attendance and punctuality:

The employee has regular attendance at work and work activities and is punctual in meeting deadlines, attending meetings, following schedules, and responding to communications. ?

Personal appearance:

The employee is dressed and groomed in a neat, clean, appropriate and professional manner for the assignment and work setting. ?

Confidentiality:

The employee maintains the integrity of confidential information relating to a student, family, colleague, or district patron. The employee uses or relays personal information only in the course of performing assigned responsibilities and the best interest of the individuals involved. ?

Following policies and directives:

The employee follows all district or supervisor policies, rules, regulations, memos, bulletins, announcements, applicable job descriptions, and reasonable requests by proper authorities. ?

Setting appropriate boundaries with students:

The employee maintains professional boundaries in his or her relationships with students, including use of appropriate language, appropriate physical contact, and the use of technology such as email, text messages, or social networking internet sites. ?

Collaboration:

The employee maintains relationships with other staff members that are characterized by mutual support, cooperation, and respect and that build a school culture of collaboration focused on student learning. ?

Appropriate use of technology:

The employee will use internet, email, and electronic communications only for educational purposes or sharing information about school-sponsored events. The use of personal electronic devices is not allowed during class time.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

1. Upon request, assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials. 2. Takes precautions to provide for the health and safety of all students. 3. Takes precautions to secure and protect District material, equipment, and facilities. 4. Participates in activities which are related to school functions and/or the educative process which occur outside the regular school day, in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement. 5. Pursue continuous professional growth. 6. Adheres to all standards established by Teachers Standards and Practices Commissions for Competent and Ethical Educator. 7. Adhere to all Oregon Administrative Rules related to licensed educators. 8. Maintain appropriate licenses and training hours as required. 9. Regular attendance is an essential function of this position. 10. Performs other duties as assigned. Position to begin in the 2026/2027 school year.

COMPENSATION

190 day contract Family medical, dental and vision insurance 6% PERS paid by District $54,498-99,598/Annual

Position Type:

Full Time Job Requirements