OPS - Physical Education Teaching Assistant (Part-Time)

University of Florida -
Gainesville, FL

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Job Details

Temporary | Part-time
$22 an hour
19 hours ago

Qualifications

General academic student support
Student supervision
Grade entry
Student progress monitoring
Classroom active supervision
Maintaining an organized workspace
Gradebook management
Assisting students with technology
Student record keeping
Small group instruction
Bachelor's degree
Curriculum implementation
Child safety supervision
Instructional adaptability
Safety-focused fitness instruction
Positive reinforcement (classroom management strategies)
Accommodations in instruction
Instructional materials development
Clean workspace maintenance
Experience teaching physical education
Fitness instruction experience in educational institutions
Collaborative teaching
Classroom community building
Student safety monitoring
Student progress notes
Entry level
Student academic progress tracking
Group tutoring
Performance evaluation

Full Job Description

JOB NO:

540739

WORK TYPE:

Temp Part-Time

LOCATION:

Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

CATEGORIES:

Education/Training/Instructional Design

DEPARTMENT:

18180300 - ED-STUDENT SERVICES

CLASSIFICATION TITLE:

OPS HOURLY NON-SECRETARY CLERK-Physical Education Teaching Assistant (part-time)

CLASSIFICATION MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

AA Degree required

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Assist the Physical Education teacher in preparing instructional materials, equipment, and learning spaces to support daily lessons and activities.
Provide instructional support during physical education classes as directed by the teacher, ensuring students remain actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.
Review short- and long-term lesson plans to anticipate equipment, supply, and material needs for upcoming units and activities.
Lead small-group and station-based activities under the teacher's direction while promoting a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment.
Support students with diverse learning needs by providing individualized assistance and implementing instructional strategies as assigned.
Assist with specialized instruction and skill development for targeted students to help them achieve educational and physical fitness goals.
Collaborate with the teacher to adapt activities and curriculum to meet the individual needs and abilities of all students.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe gymnasium, equipment storage areas, and instructional environment.
Manage technology and computer-assisted instructional activities used during physical education lessons.
Supervise students during classes, transitions, recess, field days, and other assigned activities to ensure student safety and appropriate behavior.
Assist in maintaining the security, organization, and proper care of instructional materials, equipment, and student records.
Reinforce classroom and gymnasium expectations, support positive student behavior, and assist the teacher in maintaining accurate records.
Support student assessment by assisting with skill evaluations, monitoring student progress, recording performance data, grading assignments when appropriate, and maintaining required documentation.

EXPECTED SALARY:

$22/hour

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

AA Degree required
DCF Level 2 Background Check required

PREFERRED:

Bachelor's degree & teaching experience

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must upload the following documents:

Cover Letter

Curriculum Vitae/Resume

List of References

This is a time-limited position.

DCF Level 2 Background Check required.

This position is open until filled. Review of application materials will begin immediately, and continue until a suitable pool of applicants has been identified.

HEALTH ASSESSMENT REQUIRED:

ADVERTISED:

28 Jul 2026

Eastern Daylight Time

APPLICATIONS CLOSE:

Open until filled

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