400 Lake Street • Ithaca New York • 14850 NOTICE OF ANTICIPATED VACANCY Position Title Elementary Physical Education Teacher PE - Long Term Substitute Brief Description This position reports to the Building Principal and the Director of Physical Education and Health. The Physical Education Teacher will develop an exercise philosophy that strives to engage all students support the New York State Health standards through engaging informed and timely instruction. ICSD supports the health education standards and the importance of health topics physical and mental well-being. This is a traveling position between several schools. Teacher Expectations Help children develop physical abilities and healthy habits Organize games and challenges that promote physical activity. Assesses student progress and determines the need for additional reinforcement or adjustments to instructional techniques Employs various teaching techniques methods and principles of learning to enable students to meet their physical activity goals Creates a positive learning experience. Employs and implements a classroom structure and consistency to encourage student responsibility cooperation and mutual respect consistent with district policies and procedures| Uses multiple communication methods that are tailored to and facilitate productive conversations with students Knowledge of instructional approaches for students disabilities. Must be driven organized and have the ability to manage students positively Excellent attendance works well with colleagues and is a dedicated team player who is reliable. Applies the critical thinking skills needed to adapt instructional practices to support student physical growth Always seeking new ways to teach students healthy routines and activities. Coaching positions are also available in the district if desired. LocationsCaroline Cayuga Heights Fall Creek Elementary Schools Anticipated Date 12172025-6252026 Posting Dates11252025 - Until Filled Number of Vacancies 1 FTE 1 Application Requirements ResumeCV Cover Letter Proof of Certification or pending certification Official Copy of transcripts undergraduate and graduate Three 3 Letters of Reference highly preferred for external candidates MANDATORY Writing Sample see prompt below The Ithaca City School District values diverse perspectives and life experiences. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply including people of color women LGBTQIA veterans people with disabilities and those with lived experiences. MANDATORY Writing Sample A writing sample is required for the application to be completed. Please upload your writing sample separately or with your cover letter. The ICSD has a diverse student population representing a variety of races gender identities learning needs socio-economic status sexual orientations languages national origins etc. Describe your teaching strategies andor experiences for effectively educating students from diverse backgrounds. Please give specific examples of how you respond effectively to students who have a variety of identities andor respond effectively to students who are different from your own identity. How do you ensure success for every student Tell us about any personal and professional experiences you have had that would help you help us to fulfill our district equity goals. The Ithaca City School District is a 11 district in grades 3-12. Please provide examples of how you have used or your vision for using digital technology in instruction. Also please provide evidence of how you stay current with students digital world. Required Qualifications The Ithaca City School District is committed to eliminating race class and disability as predictors of academic performance co-curricular participation and discipline. Qualified candidates will demonstrate a basic awareness of these commitments and a strong willingness to support these efforts. Valid New York State Certification in Physical Education K-12 Desired Characteristics Strong communication classroom management and organizational skills. A commitment to supporting the whole child and contributing to a positive school culture. Internal Applicants Apply online at ithacacityschools.schoolfront.com When applying through SchoolFront you can log in with your ICSD email credentials using the following single-sign on link here. Once logged in please go to recruiting > Available Internal Postings. Type Physics If you are a substitute a coach or in the process of onboarding and havent officially started you will be considered an external applicant.Guide on how to apply External Applicants Apply online at ithacacityschools.recruitfront.com In order for us to receive your application you must complete the following three steps on RecruitFront Create a RecruitFront profile If its the first time applying to ICSD Create an Application Checkmark TeacherAdmin Only Apply to Job Posting After finishing step 2 select APPLY on the job posting. Salary Range53291-75191 10-month full-time baseBased on the 24-25 ITA salary grid a new tentative contract has not been finalized. If you need assistance applying you can make an appointment here. This link is only for help with the application process. If you have a question about your status please email recruitmenticsd.k12.ny.us About Us We envision 6000 Thinkers. Thinking is foundational to the development of self and society. 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