PE Teacher Assistant

POSITION: PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER ASSISTANT REPORTS TO: TEACHER/PRINCIPAL OR DESIGNEE CLASSIFICATION: NON-CERTIFICATED/NON-EXEMPT

SUMMARY OF WORK PERFORMED: Under the supervision of the Classroom Teacher, Principal or designee, assist in the education, activities and supervision of students in the physical education classroom or other assigned learning environment, and/or during lunch, and passing periods; relieve the teacher of routine clerical duties; and perform other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Physical Education Teacher Assistant

1. Assist teacher with individual and group PE instruction and supervision individually or in groups.

2. Explain the teacher’s instructions, activity directions, etc. to students as necessary, consistent with the teacher’s lesson plans to meet the needs of individual students.

3. Reinforce lesson concepts and skills providing additional reinforcement and repetition, and present to different learning styles.

4. Monitor the classroom or other assigned learning environment to motivate and encourage students to remain engaged and on task; assist students to improve study, social and behavioral skills; follow the teacher’s plan for positive behavioral support and orderly classroom management; model prosocial, respectful interactions for students; confer with the teacher regarding student performance, progress and concerns; refer parents to classroom teacher or administrative contact when necessary.

5. Provide PE assistance to students in the classroom, make adaptations/accommodations to assignments and classroom or other environment under the direction of the teacher, assist with activities, classwork and homework, monitor behavior and implement behavioral plans, and collect and recording data.

6. Prepare/modify instructional materials and tests; type, file, duplicate, assemble, and laminate materials as directed; maintain written and computer records of student progress for teacher, operate a variety of office and instructional equipment as assigned.

7. Assist in monitoring teacher-prepared tests/quizzes, and standardized achievement tests; correct tests, classwork and homework with objective format using pre-established procedures and norms.

8. Monitor students in assigned areas such as school grounds, halls, and other assigned learning environments to enforce safety and appropriate behavior.

9. Provide supervision while escorting students to various locations both on and off campus.

10. Accompany students on field trips as assigned.

11. Promote meaningful inclusion by actively minimizing student barriers during inclusive activities with peers as appropriate.

12. Assist teacher in providing a clean, safe, constructive innovative PE learning environment that is inviting, exciting, and functional; assist in maintaining locker rooms and PE equipment.

13. Participate in professional development and mandated training as assigned.

14. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Transportation

1. Transport students during morning and/or afternoons, as well as to/from college, college field trips, and other field trips as assigned - ensuring passenger safety and in accordance with school schedules, using a school-owned passenger van.

2. Follow prescribed drop-off and pick-up schedule of assigned students, consulting with the supervisor prior to any deviation.

3. Maintain cleanliness of vehicle and communicate repair needs and vehicle issues to the supervisor.

4. Ensure vehicle is filled with gasoline when needed.

5. Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

1. Assume professional responsibilities in a manner which meets school expectations and ensures continued personal and professional growth.

2. Perform other duties as assigned consistent with Nova Academy policies and practices such as open house, after school events, etc.

3. Chaperone assigned events as needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

1. Knowledge, skills and abilities in physical fitness, rhythms and dance, and individual, dual, and team sports.

2. Knowledge and ability to carry out appropriate safety practices relating to various physical fitness activities.

3. Basic principles of child behavior and development.

4. Basic instructional methods and techniques.

5. Ability to understand the unique problems and concerns of students with language barriers and special needs.

6. Basic recordkeeping techniques, records maintenance, and confidentiality.

7. Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently.

8. Ability to reinforce instruction and modify instruction techniques to meet the needs of students in individual or small groups of students in an assigned subject area as directed by the teacher.

9. Modify instruction techniques or methods to meet the needs of students.

10. Work collaboratively and effectively with teachers, following their directions and classroom procedures.

11. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy to work cooperatively and maintain professional relationships with students, parents, colleagues, school staff, administration and others.

12. Motivate, encourage positive learning patterns, gain the cooperation of, and relate well to students as an adult role model to help develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for post-secondary education and training, in accordance with each student’s ability.

13. Willingness to monitor students and provide behavioral support according to approved School policies and procedures.

14. Flexibility and adaptability to changes in routine and duties.

15. Organizational ability and effective time management skills.

16. Maintain consistent, punctual and regular attendance.

17. Work with some independence and exercise initiative.

18. Perform routine clerical duties and learn to operate instructional and office equipment.

19. Learn instructional techniques rapidly and effectively.

20. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

21. Display the use of good judgment in making decisions.

22. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Qualifications:

1. High School Diploma/GED

2. Criminal record clearance

3. Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record as determined by NOVA Academy’s insurance carrier.

4. Valid CPR/AED/First Aid certification.

5. Proficiency and experience in basic physical fitness areas and the ability to assist all students successfully.

6. Ability to speak and write in English.

Physical Demands:

1. The ability to see for the purposes of reading correspondence, documents and other printed matter and to observe students.

2. Ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels in person and/or on the telephone.

3. Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation in person and/or on the telephone.

4. Ability to operate instructional equipment with dexterity and in a safe and efficient manner.

5. Ability to routinely lift/carry up to 20 pounds.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· Experience as a PE teaching assistant or paraprofessional in an educational setting, or equivalent paid or volunteer experience working with children of various abilities in a physical education setting, including those with learning and/or physical disabilities.

· Bilingual English/Spanish highly desirable.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and employee will also perform other reasonably related job duties as assigned by immediate supervisor or other management as required.

This organization reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Employment with NOVA Academy may be terminated at the will of the employee or Nova Academy at any time with or without cause and with or without notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.55 - $22.68 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person