POSITION SUMMARY: Madison County Public Schools is seeking a Physical Education Teacher for William Wetsel Middle School. The successful applicant should possess intellectual depth and breadth, a strong work ethic, a capacity for communication and leadership, noteworthy teaching and leadership experience, an appreciation of innovative practice, and a track record of proven achievement. The candidate must also possess the capacity to inspire the school community through visualizing new possibilities for a global education in an environment of innovation, collaboration, and mutual respect. This person will create an academic environment that will motivate students at different levels of learning and has the ability to make learning student-centered while incorporating technology-based resources to accelerate student achievement.

REQUIRED:

• A Collegiate or Postgraduate Professional License or eligible for a Virginia license and endorsed to teach in the subject to be taught or a Master’s Degree in content area.
• Must have considerable experience creating an academic environment that will motivate students at different levels of learning and the ability to make learning student-centered.
• Enjoy working with students and have excellent organization and communication skills.
• Administers testing in accordance with division testing practices.
• Must have the ability to develop and maintain high standards for self and students and present instruction in an interesting, creative, and innovative manner.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaches knowledge and skills in physical fitness, and health education.
• Instructing students in a supportive manner that addresses multiple learning styles and promotes high expectations.
• Provides appropriate safety instruction and makes safety checks on equipment.
• Supervises PE lessons and plans lessons accordingly.
• Establishes learning objectives consistent with appraisal of student needs, curriculum framework, and knowledge of student growth and development.
• Must be a team player and willing to plan and work with other teachers on a daily basis.