Position Type:
Vanguard Enrichment/Physical Education

Date Posted:
12/16/2022

Location:
The Vanguard School

  
Are you looking for a career that makes your heart smile on a daily basis?
Come and work with our amazing students and staff at The Vanguard School!
$1000 SIGN-ON BONUS UNTIL 1/31/23!

Founded in 1959 and located on a beautiful 28-acre campus in Malvern, PA, VFES and the Vanguard School are dedicated to the growth and development of children and young adults with a variety of special needs. Through a collaborative and holistic approach to each individual served by the continuum of educational, recreation, and employment services offered, VFES commits to helping all students and participants develop a strong sense of self-worth in their communities in an environment driven by respect, appreciation, learning, and growth.

Reporting to the Director of Education, The Vanguard School has an opening for a Physical Education Teacher. We are looking for creative, compassionate teachers with experience working with students diagnosed with autism, emotional disorders, and/or behavioral needs.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Plans physical education lessons, in writing, according to a planned scope and sequence, addressing individual differences among the students assigned according to the student's pre-determined goals.
• Consistently implements behavioral programs, clearly defining limits and expectations, encouraging student self-discipline verbally and by example. Documents behavioral incidents.
• Supervises students at all times in accordance with policy for student health and safety. This would include instructional time and assigned duties such as homeroom, clubs, lunch, playground, transportation, trips, etc.
• Offers instructional delivery that is goal related, clearly states expectations, involves equitable student participation, is properly paced, allows for differentiation, and includes assessment.
• Plans, prepares, and leads students in activities and special events as determined by the Director of Education. In addition, plans, prepares, and leads students in community events as requested.
• Correlates instruction with other instructional areas when possible and desirable, by planning experiences that include other subject areas with the curriculum.
• Maintains a professional, confidential and ethical relationship with colleagues, students and parents at all times.
• Assigns instructional materials to students and insures proper care, use and return of such materials.
• Maintains classroom in proper appearance and end-of-year inventory and storage of materials.
• Assists with the budgeting process, such as determining program goals and ordering appropriate materials, suggesting field trips, etc. in conjunction with the Director.
• Attends and actively participates in all faculty meetings, in-service meetings, and any other meetings as required.
• Maintains proper certification for assignment and remains educationally informed in all related areas including PDE regulations and state/national standards through continued professional study and attending workshops and conferences.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• Bachelor's degree in Health & Physical Education or a related field. Additional education in special education and/or counseling is preferred.
• Current, valid Pennsylvania certification in Health & Physical Education is required. Certification in Special Education and/or Counseling is a huge plus.
• Experience working with children in a special education setting.
• Ability to recognize the individuality and uniqueness of each student & treat him/her with respect & dignity.
• Ability to engage intellectually and physically in all components of the educational process.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with all constituents (administrators, colleagues, students, parents, and others).
• Knowledge of correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.
• Ability to use computers and perform clerical skills at a proficient level.

VFES offers a competitive salary, full comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, vacation days, 100% short and long-term disabilities, a robust Employee Assistance Program, and a generous annual contribution to each employees' 403(b). Top that off with team-building events, staff outings, and working alongside professionals who care deeply about our mission and core values: Communication and Listening, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Ethics, Professionalism, and Teamwork!

VFES and The Vanguard School is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. We will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations as part of this commitment. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment, be sure to let us know.

If you are interested, please contact us at jobs@vfes.net! We excited to hear from you!