Paraprofessional Physical Education

_*\*\*Must apply on Edjoi.
org using the following link:\*\**_ _*https://www.
edjoin.
org/Home/JobPosting/1906791*_ *DEFINITION* Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, assist a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction related to programs involving physical education and recreational activities; assist in the preparation of instructional materials and provide routine clerical support.
*ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES *include the following.
Other duties may be assigned.
· Assist a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction related to programs involving physical education and recreational activities; assist students with physical education and specific instructional tasks in an individual or group setting.
· Assist in the preparation and presentation of lesson plans for physical education; assist teacher with lesson plan related matters; maintain class performance report to track student performance.
· Assist teacher with organizing and directing sports, games, exercises and recreational activities; oversee students at play, exercising and in other physical activities.
· Perform physical education activities and exercises with students and reward student participation as appropriate; perform demonstrations and assure student understanding of sports, games, exercises and other physical activities.
· Observe and control behavior of students during physical activities according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior.
· Assure the health and safety of students by following established practices and procedures; maintain outdoor environment in a safe, orderly and clean manner; clean, set up, and set out athletic equipment and other materials.
· Assist assigned teacher with the implementation of lesson plans; administer and monitor students during physical fitness tests as directed; record grades and observations as appropriate.
· Assist the teacher with instructing students concerning the importance of physical fitness and sportsmanship as directed.
· Operate a variety of athletic equipment.
· Administer First Aid and CPR as needed.
*QUALIFICATONS* EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: · Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and some experience in a recreation or coaching environment.
· Must possess a minimum of 48 college units, or pass the NCLB (No Child Left Behind) proficiency test.
KNOWLEDGE OF: · Physical education and related activities.
· Child guidance principles and practices.
· Safe practices in physical education activities.
· Basic sports, exercises and other physical activities of a school physical education program.
· Basic instructional methods and techniques.
· Physical activity procedures and appropriate student conduct.
· Operation of athletic equipment.
· Oral and written communication skills.
· Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
· Basic record-keeping techniques.
· First aid and CPR procedures.
ABILITY TO: · Assist in the preparation of instructional materials.
· Understand and follow oral and written directions.
· Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
· Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
· Monitor, observe and report student behavior and progress according to approved policies and procedures.
· Observe health and safety regulations.
· Perform clerical duties related to physical education activities.
· Maintain records.
*WORKING CONDITIONS:* ENVIRONMENT: · Outdoor environment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: · Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate athletic equipment.
· Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
· Seeing to read a variety of materials and monitor student activities.
· Hearing and speaking to communicate and provide information to others.
· Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to assist students.
· Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.
· Walking.
· Physical ability and stamina.
· Position will often be required to lift, carry, pull, or otherwise move objects between 10 and 20 pounds _*The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.
D.
A.
) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed.
Individuals holding this position may perform additional duties and additional duties may be assigned.
*_ Job Type: Part-time Pay: $18.
33 - $22.
33 per hour Expected hours: 30 per week Grade levels: * Elementary school * Middle school Schedule: * Monday to Friday School type: * Public school Ability to Relocate: * Brea, CA 92821: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person