PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER/WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR POSITION

PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER/WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR POSITION

Lackawanna City School District

245 South Shore Boulevard

Lackawanna , NY 14218

Certified - Teaching - Physical Education Teacher {PHED}

Job Number 3300055537

Start Date

Open Date

Closing Date 05/11/2026

POSITION: The Assistant Superintendent is seeking applications from qualified individuals for the position of PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER/WATER SFAETY INSTRUCTOR. This position will be primarily responsible for developing and implementing district swim instruction, grades 2-12.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Candidate must possess a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Education.

• Candidate must possess a valid New York State teaching certificate Physical Education, Grades K-12.

• Candidates with experience in coaching swimming preferred.

• Candidate must hold a valid certifications in Water Safety Instructor (WSI), Lifeguarding, First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer.

• Candidate must possess a thorough knowledge and background of Physical Education Procedures and methods and other related areas.

• Candidate must possess fingerprint clearance from New York State Education Department.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaches the syllabi as mandated by the New York State Education Department.

Develops lesson plans and instructional materials.

Implements lesson plans and utilizes instruction time to effect optimal learning conditions.

Establishes effective rapport with students.

Motivates students to develop skills, attributes, and knowledge necessary for future educational endeavors.

Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.

Evaluates students' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports.

Establishes effective communication with parents through conferences and other appropriate channels to discuss students' progress.

Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems.

Maintains professional competence through in-service programs provided by the District and self-selected professional growth activities.

Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers.

Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records.

Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day.

Administers group standardized tests in accordance with the District testing program.

Participates in curriculum development programs as required.

Participates in faculty committees.

Assumes any other duties assigned by the Superintendent of Schools.

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Itinerant Location Lackawanna High School

Salary Competitive Y

Position Status Full time

Start Date 26/27 School Year

Required Certification Type Physical Education {6160}

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Contact Person's Name Adriann Johnson

Contact Person's Title Assistant Superintendent

Contact Person's Phone 7168215610

Contact Person's Email [email protected]

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