Job Description

    2025-2026 SY Certified: Strength and Conditioning Teacher JobID: 4101
  • Position Type:
    Certified Teaching/Secondary Education

  • Date Posted:
    1/28/2025

  • Location:
    Desert Edge High School

  • Closing Date:
    Until Filled

  •   Additional Information:


    TITLE: Teacher FTE: 1.0

    FLSA STATUS: Exempt WORK CALENDAR: 183 days new hires/180 days returning teachers

    COMPENSATION: Certified Teacher Compensation Guide (starting w/Prop 301 monies $58,494)

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    1. Creates and designs lesson plans, instruction, and assessment aligned to Arizona Academic Standards

    2. Communicates with parents in a timely manner

    3. Presents accurate information

    4. Is highly qualified to teach the content area

    5. Uses content material appropriate to students, content area, and academic standards

    6. Uses resource materials, procedures, and models related to the lesson

    7. Deals with students in a fair and impartial manner, promoting positive self-image/concept

    8. Models, requires, and promotes a feeling of mutual respect and courtesy

    9. Creates an atmosphere conducive to verbal and or nonverbal activity

    10. Provides constructive feedback/criticism to students

    11. Follows a logical sequence of instructions

    12. Plans instruction and activities which address identified objectives

    13. Relates and or integrates materials to other disciplines

    14. Organize resources to facilitate the achievement of objectives

    15. Provides focus for the students at the beginning of lessons

    16. Obtains responses, assesses learning, and adjusts instruction in order to provide students the best opportunity for academic success

    17. Provides opportunities for students to practice concept skills

    18. Utilizes a variety of techniques and methods to provide instruction at higher levels of thinking

    19. Communicates expectations for appropriate classroom behavior

    20. Ensures that students are supervised at all times

    21. Keeps accurate grade and attendance records

    22. Models professionalism through speech, dress, and actions

    23. Adheres to Arizona Department of Education and District policies, rules, and regulations

    24. Performs other duties as assigned

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

    To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications for this job description are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required


    Education / Certificate
    The teacher must have a valid Arizona teaching certificate for the position to which the individual is assigned

    1. The teacher must be able to obtain either a Provisional SEI endorsement, a full ESL endorsement, or a full Bilingual endorsement

    2. The teacher must be able to become highly qualified in the core content for the position to which the individual is assigned

    3. Current and valid IVP Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card

    Strength and Conditioning Specialist
    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    1. Apply scientific knowledge to train athletes with the primary goal of improving athletic
    performance
    2. Conduct sport-specific testing sessions
    3. Be committed to improving athletic performance of student athletes
    4. Facilitate a reduction of athletic injuries in collaboration with the athletic trainer.
    5. Work with all sport coaches to meet the specific needs of each program
    6. Design science-based, safe and appropriate strength and conditioning programs
    7. Provide guidance regarding nutrition and injury prevention
    8. Ensure that all training equipment is safe and operable at all times
    9. Keep an inventory of all training equipment and materials
    10.Keep all strength and conditioning spaces and weight rooms clean and orderly
    11.Provide a welcoming atmosphere for all students and staff
    12.Perform responsibilities in an ethical and professional manner
    13.Maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, staff, parents and school issues
    14.Work collaboratively with all Athletic Directors Trainers, Sports Medicine Staff, Coaches and
    Equipment Managers
    15.Establish positive relationships with community partners for orthopedics, physical therapy,
    etc.
    16.Adhere to Title IX compliance guidelines at all times
    17.Maintain punctual and regular attendance
    18.Perform other related duties as assigned
    19.Maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, staff, parents and school issues
    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
    To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
    satisfactorily. The qualifications for this job description are representative
    of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
    Education / Certificate
    1. Degree in Physical Therapy, Exercise Physiology, Sports Medicine or other closely related and
    relevant degree is required.
    2. Obtain and maintain a valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card (FPCC).
    3. Candidates with CSCS credentials will be given first consideration.
    4. Other credentials (NASM or similar) will be required if candidate does not have CSCS
    credentials.

    Experience:
    1. Three or more years of experience as strength and conditioning specialist
    2. Experience with young adult athletes preferred
    3. Experience in multiple sports (male and female) required

    Communication Skills:

    1.Strong writing, literacy, and communication skills; uses effective communication strategies to interact with a variety of audiences

    2. Bilingual communication is beneficial

    Computer Skills:

    1. Must be proficient with technology (i.e. email, Google Suites, grading software, instructional platforms, etc.)

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    1. Must see and hear on a continuous basis as well as speak frequently

    2. Must be able to vary from standing, sitting, or walking

    3. Must be able to move quickly when needed (student safety)

    WORKING CONDITIONS:

    The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    1. Must be able to tolerate a high paced working environment

    2. Must be able to multitask

    3. Must be able to be flexible with work hours

    1-202 – EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

    The District provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the District complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. The District expressly prohibits any form of workplace discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.





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