P.E. Teacher - Full Time

 THE POSITION:
The K–8 P.E. Teacher is a qualified professional educator who meets the requirements to teach in a Catholic school in the Archdiocese of Denver. The teacher is hired by and directly accountable to the principal. The teacher is expected to abide by the policies and procedures of the local school, the Archdiocese of Denver, and the Office of Catholic Schools. The teacher cooperates with the principal and staff in providing an environment that promotes the ministry of Catholic education and helps build a Catholic culture in the school, ordered towards discipleship.

ESSENTIAL DISPOSITIONS:

The teacher has a passion for:

• Sharing the person of Jesus Christ, the Logos, with students every day through their teaching and personal life witness. 
• Teaching curriculum from the heart of the Church to help form students in a Christian way of seeing reality (Catholic worldview). 
• Supporting students in the formation of their imaginations to see sacramentally: To see the way God designed reality through science, ordered it logically through math, moved and worked through human history; To behold beauty in art and music; To see in physical formation and sport a way to grow in virtue, strength, discipline, teamwork, and the ability to be a gift of self to others; To meet the person of Jesus and His Church through catechesis and theology.
   

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

The duties of the  K–8 P.E. Teacher will include but are not limited to:

• Teach and act in accordance with the doctrinal and moral teachings of the Catholic Church. 
• Know, teach, and act consistently in accordance with the mission, philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of the Catholic school. 
• Provide grade-appropriate physical education curriculum following the standards of the Archdiocese of Denver, including lesson planning, instructional delivery, and performance assessment. 
• Promote physical fitness, health education, teamwork, sportsmanship, and lifelong habits of wellness. 
• Organize and supervise physical activities that are safe, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate. 
• Maintain equipment and ensure safe usage during instruction. 
• Support and integrate school-wide initiatives that promote health and wellness. 
• Maintain required training, certification, and/or credentialing. 
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians, colleagues, and principal. 
• Participate in all Archdiocese of Denver in-service and training programs, and in all local school-sponsored professional development programs and initiatives unless exempted or excused by the principal. 
• Attend all required faculty and staff meetings unless exempted or excused by the principal. 
• Cooperate with the principal and staff members in school-related meetings, activities, and projects. 
• Maintain accurate student attendance and performance records in accordance with school policies. 
• Maintain a safe, orderly, and secure learning and work environment. 
• Participate in annual performance reviews. 
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding school personnel, students, and general school matters. 
• Follow established procedures to ensure the safety and welfare of students. 
• Perform teaching duties and all other duties as assigned by the school principal. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree, preferably in education, kinesiology, or physical education. 
• Requires appropriate training, certification, and/or credentialing. 
• Compliance with Safe Environment requirements. 

COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Be a fully initiated Catholic in the communion of the Catholic Church and intentionally living out the five precepts of the Church (CCC 2041-2043). 
• Refrain from promotion or approval of, or the living out of, any conduct or lifestyle that would reflect discredit or disgrace on, or cause scandal in relationship to, the Archdiocese of Denver, or considered to be in contradiction with Catholic doctrine or morals. 
• Strong classroom management and student engagement skills. 
• Effective listening and verbal communication skills. 
• Must have the necessary background and training in K–8 physical education. 
• Understanding of child development and ability to relate to children across grade levels. 
• Knowledge of and willingness to implement safety and emergency procedures. 
• Positive references and recommendations. 
• Successfully pass a criminal background check. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires lifting up to 40 pounds and carrying up to 40 pounds. 
• Ability to execute appropriate safety and emergency procedures, including leading evacuations and providing basic first aid. 
• Physical stamina and mobility required to demonstrate exercises, participate in activities, and supervise students in varied outdoor and indoor settings.