The mission of the Integrated Arts Academy at H.O. Wheeler is to explore academic knowledge through intentional art experiences. Our richly diverse community collaborates and celebrates the world through meaningful learning and creative self-expression as we prepare students for success in the 21st Century.

The Physical Education Teacher instructs students at the elementary level in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth in subject matters and skills that will enable them to maximize their potential as learners. Creates, organizes, and implements meaningful and engaging lessons/instructional programs for diverse groups of students in an elementary learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential, as well as help them develop their character, personality, and social and emotional skills. Promotes enthusiasm for growth and development. Adheres to state curriculum standards. Collects and reports on correct and detailed records of student performance. Creates and maintains a safe and respectful learning environment. Creates a relationship of mutual trust and respect with students from all backgrounds and abilities.

The Integrated Arts Academy is seeking an experienced child-centered teacher with licensure in Physical Education to teach K-5 physical education classes.

The essential functions of this position include:

1. Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans, class activities, and a variety of instructional materials that facilitate active and meaningful learning. Develop lesson plans and tests that are per established expectations.
2. In harmony with the parameters of the District-adopted curriculum, establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, etc, and communicate these objectives and their purpose to students.
3. Adapt and reassess lesson plans to meet specific student needs; comply with newly implemented guidelines or rules, and update lesson plans and activities to incorporate best practices and new developments in education.
4. Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
5. Assess and record learning on an ongoing basis and adjust instruction based on the assessments.
6. Refer students with special learning needs to appropriate staff according to district/building/department procedures.
7. Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
8. Collaborate with colleagues and participate on EST (education study team) and Special Educators to meet the needs of all students, including students with disabilities.
9. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the student population being served and how demographic variables impact student achievement, and effectively use this knowledge to effectively design and deliver instruction.
10. Advise parents and/or legal guardians of student progress to communicate expectations; student's achievements; developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.
11. Possess and continually develop a working knowledge of state and district curriculum standards and frameworks.
12. Participate in scheduled in-service days and staff meetings.
13. Cooperate with and support other faculty and staff in planning instruction and coordinating services for students.
14. Use discretion in discussing school affairs, recognizing the value of positive school-community relations.
15. Directs assistant teachers, student teachers, instructional assistants, volunteers, and/or student workers to provide an effective classroom program and address the needs of individual students.
16. Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies, and school regulations.
17. Prepare a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, lesson plans following scope and sequence, correspondence with parents and students, examinations and quizzes, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) to document student progress and meeting mandated requirements.
18. Report incidents (e.g. suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, harassment, bullying, hazing, etc.) to maintain the personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment, and adhere to state law and board policies.
19. Respond to emergencies to resolve immediate safety concerns and/or direct to appropriate personnel for resolution.

The required qualifications of this position include:

1. Education:
1. Minimum Required: Bachelors of Arts or Science Degree
2. Preferred:
3. Certification Required: the State of Vermont Teaching Certification with an endorsement in the assigned area.
2. Experience:
1. Minimum Required:
1. Demonstrated competence in instruction and content in the assigned area.
2. Proficient in computers applications - word processing, spreadsheets, email, internet.
3. Familiar with laws and regulations governing education in Vermont.
4. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.

SALARY: As per the Master Agreement between the Burlington Board of School Commissioners and the Burlington Education Association.

Primary Location:
The Integrated Arts Academy at H O Wheeler School
Salary Range:
Per Year
Shift Type:
Full-Time