Physical Education Teacher - K-8Th

Kids Unlimited is actively looking for a K-8 PE teacher with a desire to

better our community!

$50,055 - $74,127 to start DOE

$2,100 Master's degree stipend

Kids Unlimited was founded in 1998 as a grassroots pilot program at a low-income elementary school to do one thing, empower kids to believe. The belief that all kids, despite their backgrounds and economic limitations, deserve accessibility to opportunities. Driven by the belief that through education, we could empower children and their families, Kids Unlimited became a conduit to hope and today our mission has become a community norm.

The KUA K-8 PE teacher must be knowledgeable about healthy life practices and use every day relevant situations to teach these practices; must be creative and resourceful and be flexible and engaging as an instructor for students from multiple grade levels. A desire to collaborate with other educators, as well as the ability to maintain and adapt existing curricula to meet the ever-changing needs of our students is required. The ideal candidate will be comfortable using a variety of pedagogical and assessment tools, have a passion for educating ALL STUDENTS, and a willingness to be involved in the school community beyond the classroom setting.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Plans, prepares and delivers instruction that facilitates active learning and provides appropriate learning experiences for all students.
• Manages student behavior by establishing and enforcing classroom school expectations and procedures.
• Establishes, communicates, monitors, and evaluates clear outcomes for students.
• Communicates and interacts with students, parents, staff, and the community.
• Develops, selects, and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students.
• Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of children.
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence while participating in on-going professional development activities.
• Maintains and updates all appropriate records completely and accurately as required by laws, district policies and/or school practices.
• Maintains regular, on-time attendance.
• Attends and participates in department/grade level, school, district, and parent meetings and serves on special committees.
• Provides appropriate feedback on student progress to students and parents in a timely manner.
• Reacts to change productively.
• Supports operational needs of the school through class coverage, duties outside of the classroom, school-wide activities, and emergency and safety planning and practice.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; able to effectively communicate with students, school staff, families/caregivers and other stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bilingual Educators preferred, but not required;
• Valid Oregon Teaching License or an action plan to gain a valid Oregon Teaching License prior to January 19, 2023
• A commitment to working with under-resourced youth;
• An unwavering commitment to and belief in the idea that with the right support and best teaching practices, all students can achieve at the highest levels, regardless of their circumstances or environment;
• The ability to focus and thrive in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment;
• The ability to work effectively in a team environment and the willingness and desire to support others in doing their best work; and
• A commitment to attaining both personal and collective goals to ensure the success of all students.

Kids Unlimited Academy Environment:

· Kids Unlimited Academy curriculum includes two hours of enrichment programming which includes science, PE, music and art;

· Kids Unlimited Academy provides an extended day, extended year program, bringing students approximately 30% more instructional time than the local district's schools;

· Every day students will receive 90 minutes of instruction in both reading and math;

· Teachers will have common planning time a minimum of three days each week to collaborate with their grade partner teacher to analyze data and develop a strategy to increase successful student outcomes.

Compensation and Benefits:

Kids Unlimited offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Health insurance, paid time off, extended sick leave, and 401k;
• Professional development each summer;
• Daily collaboration with colleagues who are all 100% dedicated to the success of every child;
• Opportunity to make a profound impact in the lives of children and be a part of an exciting change in the educational landscape of Southern Oregon.

Send your letter and resume for consideration. This is a full-time regular position.