Augsburg Fairview Academy seeks a Physical Education and Health Teacher for the 2024-2025 school year.
| Reports to: Executive Team |
| AFA seeks a hard-working, passionate, goal-oriented leader to join our team as the High School Physical Education and Health Teacher for the 2024-2025 school year. |
| Essential Qualifications: |
| -Enthusiasm for and deep knowledge of the content area -Keen expertise in pedagogical best practices for physical education and health/wellness -Excellent interpersonal skills with both adults and students -Demonstrated creativity, flexibility, and extreme patienceAbility and willingness to collaborate with colleagues -Demonstrated excellence in organizational and communication skills -Understanding and belief in Augsburg Fairview Academy’s unique mission and vision -Active community experts, Ojibwe or Dakota language speakers -Knowledge of community resources and agencies that support student wellness and physical health -Understanding of educational programs and assistance within the school setting to support and sustain student progress and success |
| Desired Qualifications: |
| -Valid Minnesota teaching license in Physical Education and Health (or ability to obtain such) -Experience teaching in an urban high school -Experience co-teaching with a special education teacher -Experience collaborating with students, families, and the intercultural communities our school serves -Track record of success serving youth with significant developmental risk factors -All qualities of a Star Teacher (Haberman) -Training and experience with Circle of Courage, including RAP or LSCI -Training and experience with restorative practicesTeaching experience in a charter school |
| Essential Job Functions: |
| -Cultivating strong, positive relationships with students -Teaching in a classroom, gym, and other multifunctional settings -Incorporating active, experiential learning opportunities in daily lessons -Working with students, parents, teachers, and student support team to address challenges to students’ academic progress -Managing classroom and gym activities and behaviors effectively -Providing positive behavior interventions for students based on the Academy’s principles of authoritative instruction -Recording, reporting, and evaluating student academic and behavioral data -Attending monthly Family Night, Academic Conferences, Prom, Graduation, and all other required events -Other duties as assigned |
| Position Logistics: |
| Monday – Thursday from 7:45am-4:00pm Compensation based on the Augsburg Fairview Academy FY25 salary schedule |
| Application Process |
| Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. ONLY electronic applications will be considered. Submit a cover letter, résumé, teaching license (if available), and three letters of reference to heidi.anderson@afa.tc |