Physical Education: Grades 5-8 at Woodside School
About the Employer
The Woodside Elementary School (WES) District is a single-school K-8 public school district in the San Francisco Bay Area, serving the incorporated Woodside area. Students from this school district who continue public schooling matriculate to the Sequoia Union High School District or attend many private high schools. Our beautiful campus has Woodside Preschool, Woodside Elementary/Lower School (TK-5), and Woodside Upper School (5-8). Community support is what makes Woodside Elementary School the gem that it is. Whether from the vision and strength of the administrative team, the hard work of the PTA and Foundation, our School Board, or the numerous activities at the school, Woodside Elementary benefits from the passion of our vibrant community, who provide both strong financial support and countless hours of volunteer work. Through our Foundation and generous families, WES is able to provide strong programs in world language, art, music, design thinking, P.E., Social-Emotional-Learning, as well as our own library and technology devices for all students. Our small class sizes and student-teacher ratio are what makes our school special and transformative. Our annual school events of the Back To School BBQ, Back To School Night, Garden Fest, Holiday Book Fair, Science Showcase, STEM Fair, May Day Parade & Carnival, Open House and the Grand Auction, provide traditions that strengthen our wonderful community.
Job Summary
Job Summary
WOODSIDE SCHOOL PHYSICAL EDUCATION: GRADES 5-8 Woodside needs a full-time, Certified PE teacher until the end of February 2024. Physical education is an integral part of the overall education program for every student. It provides one of the few opportunities for every student to develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence necessary to lead a physically active lifestyle. “A high-quality physical education program promotes an active lifestyle, improved health, motor skill development, and better cognitive performance.” (Etnier and Sibley 2003; Etnier et al. 1997) COURSE DESCRIPTION The Woodside physical education program consists of developmentally appropriate lessons with activities that are in alignment with the California State Content Standards. The courses are designed to create maximum opportunities for the development of skills, knowledge, health-related fitness, and ultimately, the confidence to enjoy an active healthy lifestyle. This course will help you develop habits for a lifetime of fitness and health. We will focus on cooperation, respect, communication, trust, and fun. At Woodside, we provide a diverse physical education program that includes cooperative activities, non-traditional games, and movement & rhythms suited to the capacities and limitations of all students. We emphasize the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development of all students. COURSE GOALS Develop social skills and positive behaviors as they relate to physical education. Value physical education and its lifetime importance. Increase skill proficiency in various activities and games. Improve self-esteem by participation in challenging activities. Build cognitive learning and problem solving through fitness journals, written work, and projects. Develop self-evaluation skills through assessment.
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications
Credentialed a must
Please submit the following materials for substitute teaching positions: -Resume -Completed Woodside School certificated application -California credential -Three letters of recommendation Complete applications can be sent to: kmchugh@woodsideschool.us or Woodside Elementary School District Attn: Killian McHugh 3195 Woodside Rd. Woodside, CA 94062
Credentialed a must
Please submit the following materials for substitute teaching positions: -Resume -Completed Woodside School certificated application -California credential -Three letters of recommendation Complete applications can be sent to: kmchugh@woodsideschool.us or Woodside Elementary School District Attn: Killian McHugh 3195 Woodside Rd. Woodside, CA 94062
Comments and Other Information
Job Responsibilities/Duties
1. Demonstrates a working knowledge of methods, materials, and techniques used to teach physical education instruction for students in grades 5-8.
2. Develops and presents lessons that demonstrate planning and preparation and are consistent with the district course of study and the California Content Standards for Physical Education and Health.
3. Uses a variety of instructional techniques and materials, which are appropriate to meet the needs of all children and understands the value of differentiating instruction.
4. Organizes classroom systems/procedures and manages student behavior to ensure all students are fully engaged and learning.
5. Collaborates with special education staff for the purpose of attaining goals designated in students’ IEPs and 504 plans.
6. Assesses students’ language skills for the purposes of refining classroom activities and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding students’ progress, expectations and goals.
7. Participates and is a contributing member of the Woodside Middle School Team for the purpose of improving students’ appreciation and love of physical education and health..
8. Actively participates in professional development opportunities and collaborates with district personnel and peers in other districts for the purposes of improving the quality of student outcomes and planning curriculum in physical education and health.
9. Maintains a high level of awareness regarding research and recent developments on programs that will benefit middle school students in physical education and health.
10. Performs other related duties as required and assigned (e.g. Director of afterschool athletic programs, serves on district committees, and coordinates activities for students related to physical education and health such as the Social Studies Vertical Articulation Team).
11. Demonstrates knowledge of, and supports, the Woodside School District’s mission, vision and value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
Comments and Other Information
Job Responsibilities/Duties
1. Demonstrates a working knowledge of methods, materials, and techniques used to teach physical education instruction for students in grades 5-8.
2. Develops and presents lessons that demonstrate planning and preparation and are consistent with the district course of study and the California Content Standards for Physical Education and Health.
3. Uses a variety of instructional techniques and materials, which are appropriate to meet the needs of all children and understands the value of differentiating instruction.
4. Organizes classroom systems/procedures and manages student behavior to ensure all students are fully engaged and learning.
5. Collaborates with special education staff for the purpose of attaining goals designated in students’ IEPs and 504 plans.
6. Assesses students’ language skills for the purposes of refining classroom activities and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding students’ progress, expectations and goals.
7. Participates and is a contributing member of the Woodside Middle School Team for the purpose of improving students’ appreciation and love of physical education and health..
8. Actively participates in professional development opportunities and collaborates with district personnel and peers in other districts for the purposes of improving the quality of student outcomes and planning curriculum in physical education and health.
9. Maintains a high level of awareness regarding research and recent developments on programs that will benefit middle school students in physical education and health.
10. Performs other related duties as required and assigned (e.g. Director of afterschool athletic programs, serves on district committees, and coordinates activities for students related to physical education and health such as the Social Studies Vertical Articulation Team).
11. Demonstrates knowledge of, and supports, the Woodside School District’s mission, vision and value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
1/13/2024
Contact
Killian McHugh
6504689664
6504689664
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Length of Work Year
2024
Employment Type
Full Time