Elementary PE Instructor - Backman

Position Details Work Calendar: Hourly FTE: 0.7375 (Up to 29.5 Hours per Week) Contract Status: Non-Contract FLSA Status: Non- Exempt Reports To: Principal or Administrative Designee Starting Wage: $ 22.00 hourly Salary Schedule/Lane: 86/S Benefits: Not Eligible Anticipated Start Date: 11/16/2026 Priority Screen Date: 11/02/2026 _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Positions Available: 1 JOB SUMMARY The Elementary PE Instructor is to supervise and teach elementary students; ensuring compliance with program requirements; assisting with parent education programs; and coordinating communications with parents. MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS All positions require selected candidates to be fingerprinted and successfully pass a criminal background check. Additional minimum required qualifications for this position are: 1. High school diploma or a recognized equivalent 2. Per Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), interested applicants must be Highly Qualified to be considered for the position and have completed one of the following: - - completed at least two years at an accredited higher education institution (minimum 48 semester hours), or - obtained an associates (or higher) degree from an accredited higher education institution, or - satisfied a rigorous state or local assessment (Parapro Assessment/PRAXIS ETS) with a score of 460 or higher, or - (ParaPathways Assessment) with a score of 332 for Reading and Writing and 334 for Mathematics The higher education institution official transcripts, or college diploma, or a copy of the Paraprofessional or ParaPathways Assessment must be provided with your application or upon a contingent offer of employment. Unofficial transcripts can be a placeholder until official transcripts are provided 1. Hold or obtain CPR/First Aid Certificate within six months of hire 2. Knowledge of classroom management skills necessary to effectively monitor and supervise Elementary students; operate standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications (e.g., phone, copier, Microsoft Office, PowerSchool etc.) 3. Consistently maintained composure and patience in challenging situations 4. Effective communication skills with both children and adults, including speaking, reading, writing, and understanding English; proficiency in grammar and punctuation PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS These are examples of skills and experience that the best qualified candidates may have. Not having one or all of them does not disqualify any candidate from consideration 1. Experience in a K-12 special education or public employment environment 2. Spanish or other language proficiency, including ability to read, write, speak, and understand ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Instruct students in the development of physical skills and abilities (e.g., motor skills, exercises, etc.) to meet the requirements of the State Core Physical Education curriculum. Operate physical education equipment and playground activities using standardized met hods 2. Monitors individual students in a variety of settings (e.g., classroom, playground activities, etc.) providing a safe and positive learning environment, adhering to safety practices 3. Implement students' learning and behavior plans to meet students' social and behavioral interventions and health care plans and ensure compliance with IEPs. Provide for the individual needs of students (e.g., assistive devices, supportive technology, assistance accessing facilities, etc.) to ensure access to a quality educational program 4. Prepare teaching materials and related reports, document student progress (e.g., attendance, anecdotal reco ds, etc.) and implement lesson plans; apply assessment instruments 5. Performs record-keeping and clerical functions (e.g., scheduling, copying, data recording, etc.) to support the administrator 6. Assess student learning, participation, and skills to provide quality, age-appropriate instruction 7. Manage students' behavior and conflict, provide a safe and optimal learning environment, and report incidents (e.g., fights, suspected child abuse, neglect, suspected substance abuse, etc.) to ensure compliance with administrative, school policies, state and federal law 8. Supervise academic enrichment activities (e.g., class activities, field trips, visits by guests, etc.) guiding students in learning from those enhancements 9. Collaborate with school personnel and parents to improve the quality of student outcomes, develop solutions, plan curriculum, convey information on student progress, and encourage parental involvement 10. Utilize resources from other work units to meet student needs 11. Assists other personnel as required and needed (e.g., instructors, site administration, paraprofessionals, etc.) ensuring an efficient and effective work environment 12. Independently interpret guidelines; communicate orally and in writing; communicate with diverse groups; maintain confidentiality; set priorities; work as part of a team; work with frequent interruptions; adapt to changing work priorities; be attentive to detail; analyze issues and create action plans for problem solving 13. Participate in various meetings to receive and convey information 14. Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit EMPLOYEE SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: No WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Elementary PE Instructor Physical Demands Form The Salt Lake City School District is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact us at Human Resource Services - Salt Lake City School District (slcschools.org) or call 801-578-8340. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Non-Discrimination Statement No district employee or student shall be subjected to discrimination in employment or any district program or activity on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The district is committed to providing equal access and equal opportunity in its programs, services and employment including its policies, complaint processes, program accessibility, district facility use, accommodations and other Equal Employment Opportunity matters. The district also provides equal access to district facilities for all youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code, including scouting groups. The follo wing person has been designated to handle inquiries and complaints regarding unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation: Tina Hatch, Compliance and Investigations/Title IX Coordinator, 406 East 100 South, Salt Lake City, Utah 84111, (801) 578-8340. You may also contact the Office for Civil Rights, Denver, CO, (303) 844-5695.