Physical Education Teacher (Victory Learning Center)

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Teach More Than Fitness — Inspire Confidence, Independence & Success! We’re Hiring a Physical Education Teacher! Our Victory Learning Center Programs offers specialized educational services for students who are diagnosed with Autism or a Cognitive Disability paired with a mental health diagnosis. There are three separate sites conveniently located in Lackawanna, NY, with a fourth site opening! Our schools service students ages 5-21, who are residentially placed or are referred through their local school district's Committee on Special Education. To learn more about our school-based Victory Learning Center Programs, click here: https://www.victoryed.org/

Additional Information: $10,000 SIGN-ON BONUS!! • Schedule: Monday- Friday 730a-330p • Salary: Based on certified years of experience ======================================================================================================================================================================== FULL JOB DESCRIPTION FLSA Exempt Pay Type Salaried Salary Grade 4A Reports To: Principal

Job Summary: Victory Learning Center is seeking a Physical Education Teacher to work with students aged 5 to 21, primarily diagnosed on the Autism spectrum, with mental health and/or behavioral concerns, and developmental or intellectual disabilities. The Physical Education Teacher plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students in a variety of educational settings. The person in this position is responsible for creating a supportive environment where students of all abilities can participate in physical activities, improve motor skills, and enhance physical fitness. Essential Job Duties: • Provides an educational climate that encompasses success, independence, a productive atmosphere, and provides students with encouragement, safety and stimulation. • Completes weekly lesson plans based on a developmentally appropriate curriculum which follows the New York State Educational Department Learning Standards. • Prepares lessons and other instructional materials to meet individual needs of the students. • Demonstrate adequate knowledge of: subject matter- Physical Education, ability to think critically, and individualize instruction. • Promote fitness, coordination, balance, strength, and social interaction through adaptive activities. • Implement Classroom Behavior Management Plan (Tier 1) and any student specific Tier 2 or Tier 3 Interventions. • Act as a team leader of classroom staff including assistants, therapists and social workers. • Communicate effectively with parents (through notebooks, phone calls, conferences, district meetings, communication app, etc.) • Complete quarterly progress reports on all students that are distributed to parents and the school districts. • Maintain student confidentiality within HIPPA/FERPA and agency guidelines. • Any other duties assigned by supervisor Skills: • Requires the ability to utilize computer systems and software necessary to perform position functions. • Requires effective oral/written communication and interpersonal skills for interactions with various individuals both internal and external to the program. Must be able to deal tactfully and effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds. • Ability to work well in a team environment. • Significant problem solving and diagnostic skills with the ability to quickly analyze situations and adopt an effective course of action. • Ability to handle stressful and sensitive situations in a professional manner. Minimum Education Required: Physical Education & Health Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred

Minimum Experience Required: Minimum Experience: 1-2 years of experience is required

1-2 years of working with individuals with Autism, Intellectual Disability and/or mental health involvement is preferred

License/Registration/ Certifications Required: • Initial NYS Teaching Certification in Physical Education Training Requirements: • Continuing education as per NYS Office of Profession guidelines • New Hire Orientation • SCIP-R • Ukeru • CPR Physical Requirements: The overall nature of the position is sedentary requiring little physical effort with occasional light physical exertion required. There is little, if any, exposure to environmental conditions. • The constant physical demand of the position is sitting. • The frequent physical demands of the position are standing, walking, climbing, talking, hearing, repetitive motions, and eye/hand/foot coordination. • The occasional physical demands of the position are lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching, handling, grasping, and feeling.