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Physical and Health Education Teacher (1 to 1)

Employer
Fusion Academy
Location
Berkeley, CA, United States
Salary
Competitive

Job Details

About the Organization

Fusion Academy is a revolutionary alternative, accredited private school for grades 6-12 that offers a fully individualized classroom: one student, one teacher. As the nationwide leader in one to one schooling, Fusion Academy has campuses throughout the country.

Every student at Fusion is unique - some students are accelerated learners; some need flexible scheduling; and others have special learning needs due to attention challenges, learning differences, or social and emotional difficulties. No matter why students come to Fusion, our model is simple - through compassion and acceptance, Fusion students learn on their terms, on their schedule, and in their learning style.

Our model is a unique academic program offering services year-round on a rolling admissions basis. Our environment is highly personal and socially inclusive. Equal emphasis is placed on students' emotional well-being as it is on academic achievements. In addition to full time enrollment, students at Fusion Academy may take a class for credit or enroll in our tutoring/mentoring program.

The Fusion culture offers a special place to work, teach, and learn. Fusionites are a special brand of educators--they are creative, passionate, embrace change, and have fun! They communicate honestly and with compassion to both students and colleagues. People join the Fusion family for more than just a paycheck; they seek to work with peers who share these values. And because Fusion is growing rapidly, we offer considerable opportunity for career advancement throughout the country.

Pay Range

Hours

Location

Berkeley

Description

Physical & Health Education Teacher - 1-to-1 - in-person - $32.10/hr
Fusion Academy Berkeley

Position Summary:

Our Berkeley campus is looking for a Personal Fitness and Health teacher available for immediate start. Join the Fusion family and teach in a holistic, creative, and rewarding personalized environment. This position would be part-time to begin with, though full-time may be available depending on a candidate's versatility to teach in other subject matters as well.

The responsibility to provide a safe, educational, and engaging fitness program requires exceptionally trained individuals. Candidate must have a minimum of a current CPR certification, a Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology or Physical Education, or completed at least 20 credits in college courses related to Kinesiology, Anatomy/Physiology and/or Physical Education. Those wishing to teach the Personal Fitness course must also have earned or be in the process of earning certification as a Personal Trainer. Candidate must have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree as well as should have earned or be in the process of earning certification as a personal trainer. This position requires a dynamic presence - someone who can foster students' creativity. This person needs to relate well with adolescents and be excited to implement our Love, Motivate, Teach philosophy. Experience with students with learning differences is a plus. Our ideal candidate is an outgoing, well-organized individual who is eager to work in a highly dynamic, energetic school setting.

Key Responsibilities Include:
  • Provide teaching in the areas of physical education and health at grade levels 6-12.
  • Show evidence of adapting and differentiated instruction for all students and a classroom forum for holistic growth.
  • Maintain complete and accurate records.
  • Develop and maintain genuine, positive and consistent communication with parents.
  • Contribute to and benefit from the campus community.
  • Practice professionalism through ongoing professional development, reflection and continuous improvement.
  • In addition to subject matter tutoring and teaching, this position includes significant student mentoring.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required:
  • Current CPR certification
  • Bachelor's degree is required.
  • Relevant academic experience, preferably at the middle school or high school level, is desired.
  • Previous education or experience must include one or a combination of the following:

  • Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology or Physical Education

  • Minimum of 20 college credits of Kinesiology, anatomy/physiology and/or physical education

  • Expertise in the relevant subject area

  • Enrollment in program for, or completion of a Personal Trainer certification

Competencies Desired:
  • Ability to manage group dynamics and mediate conflict.
  • Understand learning differences, emotional difficulties and related social challenges
  • Ability to mentor as a positive role model.
  • Understand and support each student's Formal Education Plan (FEP).
  • Commitment to continuous improvement
  • Project a positive image and a neat, professional appearance.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality or sex.

Position Requirements

See above

Number of Openings

1

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time and/or Part-Time

Exempt/Non-Exempt

Non-Exempt
This position is currently accepting applications.

Company

Fusion Academy is a national network of private schools with just one teacher and one student in every classroom serving grades 6-12 . When you step on one of our campuses, you’ll immediately feel the Fusion difference. We intentionally hire people who are passionate about education, have fun, enjoy collaborating with their teammates, and want to change the world through education. Just like we want each of our students to feel like they are part of the Fusion family, we want each of our staff members to feel they fit at Fusion.

Company info
Website
Telephone
616-301-1221
Location
72 Monroe Center Ave SE
Grand Rapids
MI
49503
US

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