Elementary Physical Education Job Description
Introduction:
WBAIS teachers are dedicated to student success, concerned about the physical and emotional well-being of their students, passionate about student learning and excited by the prospect of working within a dynamic, diverse community. Classroom practices emphasize active, collaborative learning; team-building activities; the application of technology to authentic learning experiences; differentiated instruction, and student achievement.
WBAIS and Israel:
Established under the auspices of the American Embassy in 1958, The Walworth Barbour American International School in Israel (WBAIS) is a MSA accredited, fully independent, co-educational Pre-K - 12 international school offering an American program leading to a US high school diploma.
With a present enrollment of approximately 600 students representing over 40 nationalities, AIS Israel is a diverse and vibrant community. Approximately 40% of AIS students are American, 40% from countries all over the world, and 20% Israelis.
In 2007 WBAIS moved to its current state-of-the-art 19-acre campus and is located in the town of Even Yehuda, a residential community approximately 20 kilometers north of Tel Aviv. The purpose-built campus includes four separate divisions, a performing arts building with a 400-seat auditorium, full gym, a cafeteria, a library and media center, athletic fields, tennis and basketball courts, and an Olympic-sized pool.
POSITION OBJECTIVE(S): Physical Education (PE) Elementary Teacher (with children from Kindergarten through Grade 4)
PE Teachers collaborate with other Elementary staff to create a rich and responsive learning environment, and meet the individual needs of students in line with our school’s mission.
Reports to: Elementary Principal
Job Capacity: 100%
Start Date: Estimated start would be immediate
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Guide practice according to the WBAIS Mission, Vision & Profile of a Learner.
- Build meaningful relationships and interact with children in a warm and respectful manner that instills joy in learning and nurtures critical thinking, independence and a positive self-concept.
- Participate in faculty meetings and in ongoing professional development. Take initiative to seek out opportunities to build on knowledge.
- Collaborate with other Elementary staff in the implementation of a child-centered program, including preparation, organization, and supervision of stimulating learning experiences that support the holistic development of all students.
- Design a comprehensive and balanced array of activities that meet the student’s needs in fostering their affective, physical, and cognitive development.
- Provide students the knowledge and skills to become physically literate individuals who have the confidence to enjoy a lifetime of healthful physical activity.
- Assess students’ development of Physical Education competencies and learning & development of personal fitness and social and life skills.
- Teach collaborative games that incorporate team-building, good sportsmanship and cooperation.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, in addition to the following:
- BA (MA preferred) in Physical Education.
- A minimum of 2 years proven track record in teaching PE to Elementary school-age students and knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice.
- Prior experience working in international school settings.
- Fluency in English language as the language of instruction
- Warm, joyful, friendly and flexible attitude.
- Forward-thinking, creative, reflective, innovative.
- A collaborative approach to teaching and working with others.
General faculty expectations:
- Implement the school's mission statement;
- Effectively model and encourage multicultural awareness, tolerance, and understanding following the WBAIS Profile of a Learner;
- Work effectively with a varied student population (EAL students, students with learning challenges, late-entering students, and gifted and talented students);
- Demonstrate a knowledge of and capacity to develop and work with a standards based curriculum;
- Utilize accurate and up-to-date knowledge of curriculum and subject matter, applying current educational research and training;
- Design effective lessons with teaching strategies that meet student needs and abilities;
- Demonstrate effective classroom management skills and strategies that encourage student self-discipline;
- Effectively monitor student work with timely and meaningful feedback, modifying goals and strategies as needed;
- Employ technology (computers, video, telecommunications, etc.) as appropriate to enhance instruction;
- Promote a positive relationship with others, sharing ideas, materials, experiences and expertise;
- Participate in peer coaching and other instructional improvement programs;
- Demonstrate a commitment to professional development both during the school year and during off-school months as needed;
- Support school-wide projects such as student activities, staff development, and community efforts and events.
Interfaces with:
Interfaces with: Students, faculty, staff, and the WBAIS Community
Contact Information:
Website: https://www.wbais.net/
Phone: +972-9-890-1000
Fax: +972-9-890-1001
Address: 65 Hashomron St., Even Yehuda, 4051765
