AzAHPERD Awards Criteria

NASPE Teacher of the Year Criteria

In order to meet eligibility requirements, the physical educator must primarily teach in one or more K-12 grades in an individual school or school district. Additional requirements are as follows:

Eligibility Requirements:

The individual must:

• be a current member of NASPE/AAHPERD
• have a degree in and be certified as a physical education teacher
• have a minimum of five years of teaching experience in physical education
• possess a full time teaching contract that is current at the time of the nomination and selection
• have at least 60% of their teaching responsibility in physical education

Levels:

A teacher may be nominated for one of the following levels: elementary, middle school, high school, or adaptive physical education.

Award Criteria:

The teacher must exemplify the following:

• conducts a quality program reflective in the NASPE standards and guidelines for K-12 physical education programs
• utilizes a variety of teaching methodologies and plans innovative learning experiences to meet the needs of all students
• serves as a positive role model for students
• participates in professional development opportunities
• provides service to the profession through leadership, presentations, or writings.