Job Information
PROVO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT Inst Asst 4/Content Elem PE in PROVO, Utah
Inst Asst 4 / Content Elem PE
Purpose Statement
The job of Inst Asst 4 / Content Elem PE is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional process by serving as a PE instructor with specific responsibility for developing students' physical skills and abilities; supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas; developing lesson plans and delivering group and individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines; collaborating with other teachers, professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom
issues; and responding to a wide range of inquiries from students, parents, or guardians regarding instructional programs and student progress.
This job reports to the Principal
Essential Functions
Administers subject-specific assessments and tests (e.g. Presidential Challenge, Gold Medal Mile, etc.) for the purpose of assessing the level of students' competencies.
Advises teachers of student progress for the purpose of communicating expectations; student achievements; and developing methods for student improvement.
Assembles sport and athletic equipment (e.g. volleyball, soccer, cones, jump ropes, etc.) for the purpose of providing physical plans for instruction.
Attends meetings and/or workshops for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform job functions.
Collaborates with instructional staff, and other school personnel for the purpose of improving the physical fitness program for students.
Instructs students for the purpose of developing their physical skills, abilities, leadership, and teamwork.
Inventories and stocks PE equipment for the purpose of ensuring the availability of equipment for P.E. instruction.
Manages student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
Performs informal assessments on students' progress towards objectives, expectations, and/or goals for the purpose of providing feedback to teachers and students.
Prepares written materials (e.g. certificates, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of documenting student progress.
Supports and communicates with classroom teachers for the purpose of assisting them in the implementation of established curriculum and/or individual student plans.
Other Functions
Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
SKILLS are required to perform single, technical tasks using existing skills. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: instructional techniques; guiding others; monitoring activities; PE skills; and planning.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: age-appropriate activities/behaviors; curriculum and instructional methods; and safety practices.
ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather and/or collate data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals; work with similar types of data; a nd utilize job-related equipment. Problem-solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability-based competencies are required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job
include: establishing and maintaining constructive relationships; adapting to changing work priorities; maintaining confidentiality; exhibiting tact and patience; and working flexible hours.
Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized routines; directing other persons within
a small work unit; and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units may be
required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the organization's
services.
Work Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands:
significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, significant stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and
significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 0% sitting, 25% walking, and 75% standing. The job is
performed under minimal temperature variations and in a generally hazard-free environment.