DESCRIPTION: The certified Physical Education and Health Teacher plans, instructs, and assesses students in their content area. SUPERVISION: Works under the supervision of the Principal and Program Leader. Evaluated by the Principal or designee. JOB ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed within a secondary school environment in the general education classrooms. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Curriculum, Planning and Assessment Demonstrate sound knowledge and understanding of the subject matters Demonstrate knowledge of the developmental levels of students in the classroom and the different ways the students learn Design units and lessons with measurable objectives that are aligned to the state standards, common core, and adopted curriculum of the Hampshire Regional School District Design and administer a variety of formal and informal assessments to determine student learning Integrate differentiated instruction, technology, and critical thinking skills to enhance instructional strategies and increase student learning Teaching All Students Engage students by having high expectations, using strong and varied instructional practices, and tiered instruction Accommodate all students' needs including students with different disabilities, language proficiency, learning styles, interests, and readiness level Create and maintain a safe physical and intellectual environment Lead an advisory group and advocate for student needs Anticipate and respond appropriately to student misunderstandings, conflicts, differences and questions Accommodate students with disabilities and English language learners Family and Community Engagement Maintain open and effective communication with parents, staff, and administration about student learning, progress and grades Participate actively in IEP, 504, SAC, and Pre-referral meetings Professional Culture Participate actively in team/department/faculty meetings Continuously seek out ideas for improving practice and actively participate in professional development opportunities and the educator evaluation process Collaborate with colleagues to support students on IEPs, develop curriculum, analyze student performance, and plan interventions Observe and implement the rules and regulations established for the school as outlined in the school handbook and by administration Perform any other task/duty required or requested that is related to maintaining services and student records in compliance with Federal and state law, regulation, and policy. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: MA License in Physical Education and Health Bachelor's Degree required, Master's Degree preferred Experience working with curriculum accommodations to support students on IEPs and English Language Learners Superior interpersonal skills/ability to communicate and interact with parents, staff, and students. SEI Endorsement preferred District CORI Check required before employment begins Federal Fingerprint Check required before employment begins PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Good general health. Alert, physically assertive and mobile at all times. Lift, push, or pull 50 pounds as required; Mobility to regularly walk, stand, stoop, reach, bend and occasionally run.