3-5 Physical EducationHealth

Position Title: 3-5 Physical Education/Health Teacher

Department: Alma Intermediate School

Reports To: Principal

Contract: 190 Days

Closing: Until Filled

Salaries: (under state-required info)

The K5 Physical Education Teacher is responsible for planning and delivering a comprehensive physical education program that promotes physical fitness motor skill development teamwork and healthy lifestyles for elementary students. The teacher creates a safe inclusive and engaging environment aligned with Arkansas state standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES RESPONSIBILITIES EXPERIENCE AND SKILL SET

• Holds valid Arkansas teaching license in K-12 Physical Education.
• Develop and implement age-appropriate physical education lessons aligned with Arkansas Department of Education standards.
• Teach fundamental motor skills movement patterns sportsmanship and cooperative play.
• Promote physical fitness health awareness and lifelong wellness habits.
• Assess student progress and maintain accurate records of performance and participation.
• Adapt instruction to meet the diverse needs and abilities of all students.
• Ensure a safe environment by enforcing rules proper use of equipment and injury prevention practices.
• Organize and supervise games activities and special events (e.g. field day).
• Collaborate with classroom teachers and staff to support student development.
• Communicate effectively with students parents and school personnel.
• Maintain gym equipment and inventory.
• Strong classroom and behavior management skills.
• Ability to engage and motivate young learners.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organizational and planning abilities.
• Commitment to student health safety and inclusion.

Alma School District assures Equal Employment Opportunities and equal education opportunities for employees and students as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However management and administration reserves the right to modify add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of the responsibilities skills or working conditions associated with this position.