What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adaptive PE Teacher (187/191 Days) position at Dallas Independent School District?
Adaptive PE Teacher (187/191 Days) -(RTP20241204-018)
Description
- Evaluate students based on the referral request using appropriate APE assessment tools.
- Develop and write an appropriate APE evaluation based on the APE assessment.
- Develop and write appropriate PE goals and objectives based on the APE assessment.
- Recommend appropriate APE service time based on the APE assessment and the need of the student.
- Attend Annual ARD and/or FIE meetings.
- Provide the instructional support of APE at all levels to students identified as qualifying for APE services.
- Demonstrate and/or provide modified activities for the PE teacher, SPED teacher, and/or paraprofessional.
- Maintain documentation of APE services that are accountable, efficient, professional, thorough, and timely.
- Ensure all timelines are met at 100%.
- Ensure all APE service time and instructional support is met at 100%.
- Provide appropriate equipment based on the need of the student to the PE teacher, SPED teacher, and/or paraprofessional.
- Coordinate with all stakeholders to provide an optimal physical education experience.
- Participate in required professional development and professional growth opportunities to stay abreast of new policies and procedures.
- Attend APE meetings and any other meetings as assigned.
- Communicate effectively and efficiently with all stakeholders by use of emails, phone calls, and/or face-to-face conversations.
- Demonstrate flexibility, organizational skills, positive attitude, technology skills, and time management.
- Perform Special Olympics duties and responsibilities as assigned.
- Comply with district policies on managing travel expenses.
- Keep informed of and comply with district, state, federal regulations and policies for SPED and instructional programming, and disseminate information to appropriate district personnel.
- Use district material, equipment, and technology appropriately.
- All federally funded incumbents of this position must comply with time and effort reporting requirements through personnel activity reports or periodic certification, if appropriate.
- Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree (Master's degree strongly preferred with Adapted Physical Education specialization) from an accredited university in a related field.
- Texas teacher certification in Physical Education.
- Minimum of 3 years teaching experience in a physical education classroom or related experiences.
- Demonstrate expertise in Adapted PE assessment and instruction of students with significant gross motor delays and cognitive delays, including research-based teaching techniques, instructional delivery, and instructional materials.
- Demonstrate knowledge and ability to compose an Adapted PE evaluation report with corresponding PE goals and objectives.
- Demonstrate the ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with all stakeholders.
- Demonstrate knowledge of and willingness to remain current with curriculum trends, innovative programs, and best practices for students with significant gross motor delays.
- Demonstrate strong organizational skills, communication, interpersonal skills, and writing skills required to achieve the goals of the position.
- Demonstrate experience in program implementation and interpretation of district, state, and federal regulations.
- Demonstrate knowledge of and training in instructional strategies.
- Must attend any Special Olympics events after school hours which could include weeknights, weekends, and overnight stays at various locations. Events and responsibilities are subject to change every year.
- Must provide its own transportation and the ability to work independently while adhering to district policies.
Work Locations: Special Education 9400 N CENTRAL EXPRESSWAY SUITE 750 Dallas 75231
Job: Adaptive
Full-time
Minimum Salary: 56,648.00
Median Salary: 70809.00
Job Posting: Dec 20, 2024
