Pittsburg High School has a Physical Education opening for the Spring 2025 semester.  Applicants must have the appropriate licensure listed below. 

* Possible coaching opportunities could also be available.

QUALIFICATIONS

Educational Requirements

Kansas Licensure

K-12 License (HQ)

Skills Required

• Excellent communication skills
• Creative; self-starter; multi-task oriented
• Time management skills
• Adaptable and dependable

General Expectations

• Ability to work cooperatively with supervisors and co-workers.
• Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform responsibilities without necessity of close supervision.
• Ability to effectively communicate with the school district community.
• Ability to meet attendance standards to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Ability to maintain a generally positive attitude.

Functions and Responsibilities

Basic

• Support the philosophy and mission of USD 250.
• Support the value of education.
• Comply with the privacy rights of students.
• Safeguard confidential and/or sensitive information.
• Communicate effectively with all the members of the school district and community.
• Provide excellence in customer service both internally and externally.
• Maintain accurate filing systems.
• Ensure that all activities conform to district, state, and federal guidelines.
• React to change productively.
• Keep abreast of new information, innovative ideas and techniques.

Specific Functions

• Facilitate the personal, social, and intellectual development of students.
• Establish a positive learning environment and respond to the individual needs of students.
• Work effectively with community organizations.
• Plan and implement effective lessons, using time, materials and resources effectively.
• Motivate students through effective communication and evaluative feedback.
• Display a thorough knowledge of curriculum and subject matter.
• Demonstrate awareness of the needs of students and provide individual differences.
• Set high expectations for student achievement and behavior.
• Establish and maintain a positive climate for learning through appropriate classroom management.
• Maintain current curriculum and instructional practices.
• Coordinate and supervise field trips.
• Assist with activities of student organizations.
• Attend and assist when necessary with school events such as musical programs, athletic events, student recognition ceremonies, and open house.
• Obtain advance approval of the Principal for all activities and expenditures.
• Other duties as assigned by Principal, or other Administrative Staff

Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions

• Level 3 – Medium Work
  • Exerting 20 - 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10-25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly
  • This work requires the following physical activities: climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting, reaching, walking, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, repetitive motions.
  • The work is performed indoors and outdoors year-round
• Extended periods of sitting and/or standing.
• Must be able to adapt to a fast-paced, multi-faceted work environment.
• Must work in noisy, and crowded environments.

Postion will be posted until filled.