Physical Education/Health Teacher   Reports to: Specialized Learning School Principal Location: Holy Family Specialized Learning Hours: 9-month full time   General Statement of Duties: The Physical Education Teacher demonstrates appropriate teaching techniques for the instruction of physical education and health. Contribute to the growth and development of the education program.    Essential Functions: 

• Promotes the Mission and Philosophy of Holy Family Institute
• Manage crisis situations through utilization of skills learned in agency-approved training
• Provides instruction in physical and health education
• Completes required documentation in keeping with agency standards
• Assists in the coordination of student's schedule
• Maintains a positive working relationship with parents and fellow staff
• Organizes materials and adapts lessons for the specific academic needs of assigned students.
• Evaluates students' progress and provides meaningful feedback and positive reinforcement.
• Develop skills to enhance job performance
• Adheres to other requests as indicated by supervisor

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in education and a PA Teaching certificate in Physical Education.
• 1+ years' of experience
• Experience managing clients behavior

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform the essential job functions consistently, safely and successfully with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards
• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone.

MISSION AND NEED Holy Family Institute (HFI) is a 125-year-old Catholic organization with an impeccable history of serving children and families in the Pittsburgh Region. We are one of Pittsburgh's largest social service organizations operating 15 programs in three counties. We are an independent organization guided by Catholic Social Teachings and serving people of all faiths and backgrounds.   COMMITMENT TO SOCIAL JUSTICE Holy Family Institute and its affiliated organizations are committed to an environment that respects and values every human being and individual differences. We will invest time and resources to create an inclusive environment for all of our stakeholders. This means we will respect diversity that includes race, ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic status, education, disability, language, and sexual orientation. We also believe that we should be "Faithful Listeners" and embrace diversity of ideas, perspectives, and values. We believe in providing access, opportunity, fair treatment, and advancement for all people. Believing that "God is Found in Everyday Activities" we will do our best to eliminate barriers that prevent full participation in our programs and services. We believe "Loving Relationships" means that all are welcome, all are neighbors, and there are no exceptions. With this belief we aim to create an environment in which any individual or group can feel welcomed, respected, supportive, and valued.   Holy Family Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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