Position Type:

Elementary School Teaching/Physical Education - Full time K-8

Location:

St. Bridget Catholic School - Loves Park

Date Available:

08/18/2025

Physical Education Teacher – Elementary/Middle School Contact Principal Mary Toldo: [email protected]

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to develop students' physical skills and abilities, strength, agility, poise, coordination, and teamwork; to develop students' understanding of the importance of exercise to physical and mental well-being; and to motivate students to work towards, physical fitness, hygiene, and good health.

Essential Functions

Develops and administers Physical Education classes consistent with school goals and objectives, and is age-appropriate.

Teaches knowledge of, and develops skills and abilities in, physical fitness, rhythm and dance, coordination and agility, exercise, and sports according to student developmental levels.

Develops students' concepts in leadership, teamwork, responsibility, and social skills; provides a safe and optimal learning environment; and provides appropriate feedback regarding student progress, expectations, and goals.

Conducts ongoing assessment of student growth and progress in physical educational activities, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student needs, including students with special needs.

Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, or professional meetings, or by conducting research.

Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement, and attendance as required by school procedures.

Assists in coordinating extra-curricular activities, including field day.

Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication between students, parents, and teachers.

Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.

Coordinates with other professional staff members and participates in faculty meetings and committees.

Selects and requisitions appropriate instructional aids and other supplies and equipment, and maintains inventory records.

Inspects equipment and field areas used to ensure they are in good and safe working order.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of current physical education instructional methods, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.

Knowledge of Catholic Doctrine and witness of Gospel values

Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis, and the formulation of action plans.

Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding education and students, as well as those relating to health education.

Knowledge of physiology, health and nutrition, biology and biological functions, anatomy, hygiene, exercise, and the best ways to promote physical and mental well-being.

Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed. Ability to organize and coordinate work.

Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.

Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Certification/License:

Illinois State Certification as a Physical Education Teacher preferred.

Minimum of a Bachelor's from an accredited college or university in an education discipline applicable to teaching assignment preferred.

FMLA regulations require all employers to post the updated Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) notice.

 Salary Range

• $35,000-$45,000 depending on credentials, education and experience

Benefits

• See https://www.rockforddiocese.org/pdfs/accounting/Summary-of-Benefits.pdf?1732140853
• Provided to eligible full-time employees ONLY: Health Insurance, Pension, Vacation, Sick and Personal Days, Holidays
• Provided to eligible full-time AND part-time employees: 403(b) Retirement Plan, Paid Personal Time Off