Duval County Public Schoolsposted 8 months ago
$48,700 - $77,900/Yr
Full-time • Entry Level
Jacksonville, FL
10,001+ employees
Educational Services

About the position

As a Physical Education (PE) Teacher at Duval County Public Schools, you will play a crucial role in guiding the learning process towards achieving curriculum goals while establishing clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects. Your responsibilities will include employing a variety of instructional techniques and media that cater to the physical limitations of the location and the diverse needs of students. You will strive to implement the District's educational philosophy and instructional goals through your teaching practices. In this full-time position, you will meet and instruct assigned classes at designated locations and times, planning a program of study that aligns with the individual needs, interests, and abilities of your students. You will create a conducive classroom environment that fosters learning and is appropriate for the maturity and interests of the students. Additionally, you will supervise students to ensure their safety and well-being, taking necessary precautions to protect them and the learning environment. Regular assessment of student accomplishments will be a key part of your role, as you will provide progress reports and maintain accurate records as required by law and district policy. You will also diagnose learning disabilities and collaborate with district specialists when necessary. Encouraging students to maintain standards of behavior and developing classroom rules will be essential in maintaining order and a positive learning atmosphere. You will be expected to be available to students and parents for educational purposes outside of instructional hours when required. Planning and supervising assignments for teacher aides or volunteers, attending staff meetings, and performing other assigned duties will also be part of your responsibilities. This position offers a starting salary of $48,700, with additional referendum money available for the next four years, starting at $5,400 for the 2023-2024 school year, with prorated amounts for teachers hired during the school year.

Responsibilities

  • Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at times designated.
  • Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
  • Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
  • Supervises students to protect them from harmful conditions and ensures their mental and physical safety.
  • Assesses student accomplishments regularly and provides progress reports as required.
  • Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law and district policy.
  • Diagnoses learning disabilities of students and seeks assistance from district specialists as needed.
  • Assists administration in implementing policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
  • Develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and maintains order in a fair manner.
  • Makes provisions for being available to students and parents for educational purposes outside the instructional day.
  • Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aides and evaluates their performance.
  • Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Must be eligible for Florida Department of Education Certification in appropriate subject area.
  • Knowledge of subject content.
  • Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Strong time management skills.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Strong word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software skills.
  • Ability to plan and implement a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
  • Ability to devote additional hours beyond the workday for grading papers and preparation of lesson plans.
  • Ability to manage students and multiple tasks.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary schedule
  • Generous supplements for select hard-to-staff subject areas
  • Highest starting teacher salary in the Northeast Florida region
  • Annual teacher salaries range from $39,500 - $73,000 based on degree and experience
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