NYSTCE ATAS NYSTCE Physical Education 2

Question 1

A teaching assistant notices a student struggling with skipping. Which cue would BEST help the student improve the locomotor pattern?

Accepted Answer

Remind the student to step-hop on one foot then the other

Answer

Skipping is a step-hop pattern alternating feet, and verbal cues that describe the mechanics help students self-correct.

Question 2

During a tag game, several students consistently avoid participating. The BEST strategy for the teaching assistant is to:

Accepted Answer

Modify the game so all students have an active role

Answer

Modifying games to increase inclusion ensures all students remain physically active and engaged.

Question 3

A student complains of shin pain after running laps. The teaching assistant should FIRST:

Accepted Answer

Have the student rest and report to the supervising teacher

Answer

Student safety requires immediately informing the supervising teacher of any pain or injury complaint.

Question 4

Which fitness component is PRIMARILY assessed by a sit-and-reach test?

Accepted Answer

Flexibility

Answer

The sit-and-reach test measures flexibility, specifically of the hamstrings and lower back.

Question 5

When assisting with the PACER (Progressive Aerobic Cardiovascular Endurance Run) test, the teaching assistant's role is to:

Accepted Answer

Record each student's level and shuttle accurately and objectively

Answer

Accurate and objective data collection is the primary role during fitness assessments like the PACER.

NYSTCE ATAS - NYSTCE Assessment of Teaching Assistant Skills Practice Test