Alliance for Catholic Education
THE POSITION: The Elementary Physical Education Teacher is a qualified professional educator who meets the requirements to teach in a Catholic school in the Archdiocese of Denver. The teacher is hired by and directly accountable to the principal. The teacher is expected to abide by the policies and procedures of the local school, the Archdiocese of Denver, and the Office of Catholic Schools. The teacher cooperates with the principal and staff in providing an environment that promotes the ministry of Catholic education and helps build a Catholic culture in the school, ordered towards discipleship. Medical/dental/vision benefits are provided.
ESSENTIAL DISPOSITIONS:
The teacher has a passion for:
Sharing the person of Jesus Christ, the Logos, with students every day through their teaching and personal life witness.
Teaching Physical education curriculum from the heart of the Church to help form students in a Christian way of seeing reality (Catholic worldview).
Supporting students in the formation of their imaginations to see sacramentally; To see in physical formation and sport a way to grow in the ability to be a gift of self to others.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree, preferably in education;
Requires appropriate training, certification and/or credentialing;
Compliance with Safe Environment requirements.
COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Be a fully initiated Catholic in the communion of the Catholic Church and intentionally living out the five precepts of the Church (CCC 2041-2043);
Refrain from promotion or approval of, or the living out of, any conduct or lifestyle that would reflect discredit or disgrace on, or cause scandal in relationship to, the Archdiocese of Denver, or considered to be in contradiction with Catholic doctrine or morals;
Effective supervisory skills;
Effective listening and verbal communication skills;
Must have the necessary background and training in elementary education methods and subject areas;
Must have understanding of child development skills necessary to relate to the students being taught;
Must have appropriate control and discipline techniques to successfully manage a classroom;
Must work cooperatively with school staff and administration;
Sound judgment and decision-making skills;
Knowledge of and willingness to implement safety and emergency procedures;
Positive references and recommendations;
Successfully pass a criminal background check.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Requires lifting up to 40 pounds and carrying up to 40 pounds.
Ability to execute appropriate safety and emergency procedures, including leading evacuations and providing basic first aid.
SALARY DESCRIPTION:
Determined by education level and years of experience
Range - $41,000-$60,000/year