TJJD - Secondary Physical Education Teacher (MCL) - 43454

Job Description

All applicants must complete the following additional forms (available at http://www.tjjd.texas.gov/index.php/doc-library/category/304-forms) and attach to the application, email to HRJobs@TJJD.Texas.gov, or mail to TJJD Human Resources, 116 Burleson Road, Mart, Texas 76664 for consideration:

1. TJJD Employment Application Supplement (HR-003)
2. Child Abuse Registry Check Consent Form (HR-028) (Not required for Internal Postings)
3. Disclosure of PREA Employment Standards Violation (HR-975)
4. Authorization to Release Information (HR-074) (Not required for Internal Postings)

Failure to complete and submit the above forms will cause delays in your consideration for this position.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT

A complete job description and requirements are available at: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=000043454&tz=GMT-05:00.

APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS

Applicants applying through Work In Texas (WIT) will also need to complete the supplemental questions and forms to be considered for this posting. To complete the supplemental questions, please go to the CAPPS Career Center (https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en) to register and create a profile, or login and access your existing profile. A complete job description and other job requirements are available there. To complete the supplemental forms listed above, go to http://www.tjjd.texas.gov/index.php/doc-library/category/304-forms) and attach to the application, email to HRJobsmart@TJJD.Texas.gov, or mail to TJJD Human Resources, 116 Burleson Road, Mart, Texas 76664.

ALTERNATE METHODS OF APPLYING

Send completed application, supplemental questions/forms, and copies of diploma and college transcripts via email to HRJobs@TJJD.Texas.gov or regular mail to TJJD Human Resources, 116 Burleson Road, Mart, Texas 76664.

PLEASE NOTE

Your job application must be completely filled out and cover all employment. Your application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, name of employer, dates of employment, supervisor's name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full-time or part-time and hours per week. If this information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.

Applicants must attach to the application a copy of a high school diploma/equivalent or college diploma and transcript if a degree or college semester hours are required to meet minimum qualifications. A copy of all required certifications and/or licenses must also be attached to the application.

Applicants must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check and any other requirements listed under Minimum Qualifications.

State of Texas Benefits and Retirement Information can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov. Benefits include: Retirement plan, paid group health & life insurance for employee, paid holidays, paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, longevity pay, educational assistance program, employee assistance program. Optional add-on benefits include: Dental, Vision, Optional Life Insurance, Voluntary AD&D Insurance, Dependent Health & Life insurance, Health & Dependent care flexible spending accounts, etc. Additionally, certain designated positions are eligible for hazardous duty pay, career ladder advancements, and free meals while on duty.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Plans, organizes, and implements the physical education program at the state school for youth who have been adjudicated delinquent of felony offenses, assigned to a high security correctional facility, and have a wide variety of temperaments and specialized needs. Work involves teaching individual and team sports to the youth; utilizing knowledge of sports techniques and physical capabilities of the youth; promoting development of physical attributes and social skills; organizing, leading, instructing, and refereeing indoor and outdoor games; and administering assessment instruments and accurately scoring and interpreting results.

May be required to work in excess of 40 hours per workweek and be on-call.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Promotes active student participation in the learning process; and provides instruction that challenges students and allows them to make connections to work and life applications. (15%)

Develops instructional content based on appropriate goals and objectives and includes basic knowledge and skills, as well as central themes and concepts; aligns instructional strategies with learning objectives and activities, student needs, and work and life applications; promotes application of learning through critical thinking and problem solving; and engages students in the learning process. (20%)

Aligns assessment and feedback with goals and objectives and instructional strategies; and uses a variety of evaluation and feedback strategies appropriate to the varied characteristics of the students. (10%)

Implements approved discipline management procedures; establishes a classroom environment that promotes and encourages self-discipline and self-directed learning; selects instructional materials that are equitable and acknowledge the varied characteristics of all students; and manages time and materials. (05%)

Uses appropriate and accurate written, verbal, and non-verbal modes of communication with students, parents, staff, community members, and other professionals; and interacts with such individuals in a supportive, courteous, and respectful manner. (15%)

Participates in professional development goals and activities that are aligned with the goals of the school and campus; correlates professional development activities with assigned subject content and the varied needs of students; collaborates with colleagues and other professionals for continuous growth and development; and correlates professional development activities with the prior performance appraisal. (05%)

Contributes to making the whole school safe and orderly and a stimulating environment for youth; and respects the rights of students, parents, colleagues, and the community. (10%)

Diagnoses student needs and provides performance feedback related to all appropriate TEKS/STAAR objectives; aligns the planning and delivery of instruction to all appropriate TEKS/STAAR objectives; collaborates with other faculty and administration to improve STAAR-related performance of all students on the campus; identifies students who are at-risk and develops appropriate strategies to assist these students; and monitors the attendance of all students and intervenes to promote regular attendance. (15%)

Reports any presence or perception of racial, ethnic, and/or gender disparities.

Performs a variety of related duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.

Performs all duties in compliance with agency safety policies and procedures:

• Reports safety hazards and corrects hazards when possible.
• Completes required documentation in the event of an accident/injury within requested time frames.

Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency attendance and leave policies.



Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree.

Required:

• Valid Secondary Texas Teacher Certification to teach Physical Education. Acceptable certifications include: Physical Education and/or Health and Physical Education.

• Highly qualified to teach physical education.

Note: Any degree, diploma, high school equivalent, or course hours required to meet minimum qualifications must be from an accredited educational institution.

Requirements for Continued Employment:

• Failure to maintain required licenses/certifications will result in termination of employment.

This position is subject to mandatory pre-employment drug testing and any offer of employment is contingent upon acceptable results from a drug screen conducted for the agency.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

The following physical demands and working conditions are representative of those encountered and/or necessary for the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Analyzing

Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing

Ability to see

Ability to hear (with or without aid)

Ability to perform tactile discernment

Heavy lifting, 45 lbs. & over

Heavy carrying, 45 lbs. & over

Restraining combative youth

Pulling

Pushing

Repeated bending

Reaching above shoulder

Identify colors

Depth perception

Operate motor equipment

Manual/finger dexterity

Dual simultaneous grasping

Walking

Standing

Sitting

Crawling

Twisting

Kneeling

Stooping

Climbing stairs

Climbing ladders

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• State and federal education laws and regulations.
• Subject matter to be taught and lead discussions.

Skill in:

• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Operating computers and using applicable computer software.

Ability to:

• Implement Texas Education Agency (TEA) policies and procedures.
• Review and implement agency policies, procedures, and operating guidelines.
• Convey and interpret information to students.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, administrators, and other professionals involved in the education of agency youth.
• Work under stressful conditions, with possible occurrences of extreme heightened stress.
• Work independently with minimum supervision.
• Work collaboratively with all stakeholders and maintain a professional, courteous demeanor.
• Keep accurate files and records.
• Work in excess of 40 hours per work week and be on-call.

SPONSORSHIP

Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls. If you submitted your application through the CAPPS Career Center (https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en), you may also check the status of your application by accessing your profile and selecting My Jobpage and selecting My Submissions.

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