Junior High Girls PE Teacher/Girls Coach

Taft ISD - Junior High Girls PE Teacher/Girls Coach

Junior High Girls PE Teacher/Girls Coach

Taft ISD

400 College street

Taft , TX 78390

Professional/Certified - Secondary - PE

Job Number 0000764867

Start Date 08/03/2026

Open Date 05/28/2026

Closing Date

Job Title: Junior High PE Teacher/Girls Coach

Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Professional

Reports to: Principal

Workday Calendar: 184 days

Dept./School: Trevino Jr. High

Pay Scale: Teacher Salary Schedule

Primary Purpose:

Provide students with appropriate in-person in the core academic subject area assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or related training and work experience for certification waivers under the District of Innovation Plan (DOI)

Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of core academic subject assigned

Knowledge of curriculum and instruction, including best practices for virtual learning

Ability to instruct students using a variety of technology applications and platforms

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to develop relationships and maintain consistent contact with student, parents, and colleagues

Experience:

Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in individual student differences.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned and present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Plan and assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.

Student Growth and Development

• Provide timely feedback to students and track progress through a variety of methods.
• Conduct ongoing assessment and feedback related to student achievement through formal (Fitnessgram) and informal methods.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
• Be a positive role model for students and support the goals of the campus and school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

• Create an in-person and/or virtual classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

Communication

• Be available by phone, email, or video conferencing to confer with district personnel, students, and/or parents.
• Communicate with students or parents on a regular basis via phone or video conference, email, or district-approved website.
• Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.

Professional Growth and Development

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Program Management

• Assist with the establishment of performance criteria for competition and evaluation of students' athletic abilities initially and on a regular basis. Model performance criteria and physical movements required for successful student performance of sport.
• Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist with coordinating of travel arrangements to out-of-town events. Drive bus to transport student to out-of-district competitions and in-district practices.
• Ensure compliance with all UIL rules. Assist the head coach with coordination of all safety drills and tasks in accordance with the district's action plan for the athletics program.
• Assist with the development and coordination of a continuing evaluation of coaching program and make suggestions based on findings.

Student Management

• Accompany and supervise student athletes during athletic competitions in assigned sports both at-home and on out-of-town trips.
• Instruct and advise students on NCAA regulations with regard to academic requirements for scholarships and recruiting practices.
• Apply and enforce student discipline during athletic contests, practice sessions, and while on trips off school property in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Encourage, by example and through instruction, sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation.

Other

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by the campus principal.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Athletic equipment; personal computer, phone systems, video/instructional equipment, and peripherals; automated external defibrillator (AED); operate a school bus (coaching)

Posture: Prolonged siting and standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking; repetitive computer work with frequent use of hands and wrists

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment

Environment: Work inside from school, home, or location other than school building, may work outside; regular exposure to noise and computer monitors

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Building/Campus Trevino JH

Salary: From 55000.00

Salary: To 74775.00

Salary Type Annually

Technology Literacy Keyboard, E-mail, Spreadsheets, Word Processing, Internet, Other

Extra-Curricular Coaching/Sponsoring Interests Basketball, Track and Field, Softball, Volleyball, Cross Country, Golf, Tennis

Subject Area/Teaching Field/Endorsement Physical Education

Additional Job Information

• -184 Workday Calendar
• -Extra stipends available based on coaching assignment
• -$400 Employer Contribution towards TRS Active Care health insurance
• -Low cost supplemental insurance coverage available to employee
• -$25,000 life insurance policy paid by district