Waterbury Public Schools
JOB CLASSIFICATION TITLE:
Physical Education Teacher (21st Century Grant)
DIVISION/DEPARTMENT:
Teaching and Learning
LOCATION:
Multiple Locations
INCUMBENT NAME:
Grants
BARGAINING UNIT CLASSIFICATION:
Not Applicable
REPORTS TO:
Site Administrator or other administrator of a higher rank
FLSA DESIGNATION:
Non-Exempt; Tuesday through Thursday, 2 hours per day plus one (1) hour of common planning per month. Program may include some Saturday field trips and an extended school year. Pay rate per WTA contract. Note: This is a part-time, non-union, grant-funded position with no benefits that exists as long as grant funds are available.
PART I - SUMMARY OF CLASSIFICATION
This class is accountable for providing instruction to students in the 21st Century Grant after-school program.
PART II - MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
A. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
General Education - Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
- Current 044 Physical Education, PK-12 endorsement.
Special Requirement:
Must attend required training.- Must be available to work in accordance with the established schedule.
C. LICENSURES, CERTIFICATIONS AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a current Motor Vehicle Class D Operator’s License.
D. CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Incumbents in this class are expected to be both trained in and current in trained curriculum of the program.
E. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of proper physical education and health and safety principles and practices;
- Knowledge of relevant 21st Century grant laws, rules, regulations, and District policies and procedures;
- Knowledge of and respect for the diverse backgrounds (cultural, linguistic, environmental) of students and how these characteristics affect the student’s life and learning;
- Strong interpersonal and social skills;
- Organizational skills;
- Oral and written communication skills;
- Ability to apply the principles of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS);
- Ability to assist and reinforce elements that support a safe, healthy, and effective teaching and learning environment;
- Ability to assist in adapting instructional strategies and materials according to the needs of the student;
- Ability to collect and record performance data on students while respecting student confidentiality and the laws regarding ethical practices of assessment;
- Ability to collect objective and accurate information on student behavior, as appropriate;
- Ability to effectively employ a variety of strategies that reinforce positive behavior;
- Ability to establish and maintain rapport with students;
- Ability to follow oral and written direction of program administrator, seeking clarification as needed;
- Ability to motivate students and to improve their academic skills;
- Ability to participate as a member of the educational team when requested to attend conferences with families or primary caregivers, with an understanding of some of the concerns of parents;
- Ability to reinforce the development of student social skills by using appropriate strategies to modify the environment;
- Ability to use ethical practices for confidential communication about students;
- Ability to use strategies that promote the student’s independence;
- Ability to utilize learning styles theory in supporting instructional practices;
- Ability to work collaboratively with students, parents, staff, and administration;
- Ability to work with students from varied backgrounds, age groups, and skill levels;
- Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
PART III - POSITION SUPERVISES: - Recreation Specialists and other lower level staff as assigned.
PART IV - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following identifies the primary and essential functions of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive listing of all duties.- Answers questions on course content, and aids in the comprehension of course materials;
- Attends 21st Century staff, parent and community meetings, when necessary;
- Builds physical education skills;
- Communicates weekly with students, parents, and teachers, regarding students’ overall performance;
- Facilitates group academic and enrichment activities;
- Handles crisis problems and behavior management issues;
- Helps individual students or small groups of students with homework;
- Helps students develop a positive attitude toward learning, productive study skills, and remediate skill deficits to achieve success in school, as well develop self-confidence;
- Involves students in fun learning activities;
- Keeps accurate, daily logs of student participation, progress, and attendance;
- Manages students through use of PBIS and other behavior management tools;
- Observes, records, and charts academic and social emotional progress;
- Participates in professional development activities and program related meetings;
- Plans and facilitate tutoring and skill development for program participants;
- Prepares the program environment for learning activities;
- Provides individualized programmed materials;
- Provides instruction for homework help and academic enrichment components of the after-school program;
- Provides specialized instruction in individual subject areas;
- Submits student information as needed;
- Teaches students assigned to the 21st Century after-school program;
- Works collaboratively with all program staff to deliver academics and enrichment;
- Works with audio-visual equipment, computers and/or assistive technology;
- Prepares for and delivers virtual program instruction, as necessary;
- Performs other related work as assigned.
PART V - WORKING CONDITIONS, PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Physical Requirements:
Individuals appointed to positions in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties of the class. A physical examination may be required.
Frequency: Place an “X” in each box that is appropriate to your job. | NEVER (N) | OCCASIONALLY (O) | FREQUENTLY (F) | CONSTANTLY (C) |
| 0 % of Shift | 1-33% of Shift | 34-66% of Shift | 67-100% of Shift |
| Working Conditions | N | O | F | C | Working Conditions | N | O | F | C |
| Physical Demands | Depth Perception | X |
| Bending | X | Color Distinction | X |
| Stretching | X | Peripheral Vision | X |
| Standing | X | Driving | X |
| Walking | X | Physical Strength: |
| Sitting | X | Little Physical Effort (-10 lbs.) | X |
| Lifting | X | Light Work (-20 lbs.) | X |
| Carrying | X | Medium Work (20-50 lbs.) | X |
| Pushing | X | Heavy Work (50-100 lbs.) | X |
| Pulling | X | Very Heavy Work (100+ lbs.) | X |
| Climbing | X | Environmental Conditions |
| Balancing | X | Cold (50 degrees F or less) | X |
| Stooping | X | Heat (90 degrees F or more) | X |
| Kneeling | X | Temperature Changes | X |
| Crouching | X | Wetness | X |
| Crawling | X | Humidity | X |
| Reaching | X | Extreme Noise or Vibration | X |
| Handling | X | Exposure to Chemicals | X |
| Grasping | X | Exposure to Gases and Fumes | X |
| Twisting | X | Exposure to Unpleasant Odors | X |
| Feeling | X | Exposure to bodily fluids | X |
| Talking | X | X | Exposure to dampness | X |
| Hearing | X | Confinement to Small or Restricting Area | X |
| Repetitive Motion | X | Mechanical Hazards | X |
| Hand/Eye/Foot Coordination | X | Physical danger or abuse | X |
| Visual Acuity/Near | X |
| Visual Acuity/Far | X |
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities and duties performed by personnel so classified.
Waterbury Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the District when necessary.
