Physical Education Activity Leader

JOB GOAL: To develop, organize and implement individual physical education curriculum for the residential students of Boston Higashi School within the context of Daily Life Therapy 

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Implement Physical Education Program which is a fundamental area of study of Daily Life Therapy®.
2. Contribute to quarterly progress reports related to physical education as requested.
3. Order and supplement all PE-related equipment as needed by means of a written request to the Master Teacher.
4. Prepare information (i.e. educational assessment, Individual Education Plan (IEP) goals and objectives, quarterly progress reports) and /or attend periodical I.E.P. meetings.
5. Attend teacher meetings and in service meetings.
6. Coordinate students’ participation in activities on and off-site, including Special Olympics where appropriate.
7. Study and develop further knowledge of the philosophy and techniques of Daily Life Therapy, as well as recent developments in Physical Education.
8. Provide and implement a physically safe environment for all students in all situations.
9. Develop an environment that is organized and stimulating and reflective of the student’s participation in the creation of this environment.
10. Participate in all student activities including; extensive physical exercise, various forms of exercise including lifting, standing, squatting and jogging one to three miles daily.
11. Adhere to school policies pertaining to all aspects of students’ rights and student affairs.
12. Adhere to school policies pertaining to personnel and other governing agencies.
13. Maintain an open, honest and tactful relationship with parents and other individuals involved with the students.
14. Respond to parent’s inquiries or phone calls promptly, respectfully and discreetly and record according to the designated procedures.
15. Maintain professionalism and confidentiality with parents and others.
16. Contribute as a member of a team and accept the decision of the team.
17. Assist other staff in the performance of their tasks as requested or as needs become apparent.
18. Support teachers with the teaching of Daily Life Therapy as needed (snack, dinner, showers, break time, or whenever needed).
19. Attend daily division and/or closing meetings.
20. Perform all other duties as assigned by Director of Curriculum, Division Directors and/or Director of Programming.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education or related field
• Daily Life Therapy training a plus
• Must possess initiative, and excellent communication skills
• Must be able to work in multi-cultural environment
• Highly flexible schedule including many weekends and holidays

Incredible Benefits for Full-Time Employees

• 4 Weeks paid vacation
• 2 weeks paid sick/personal time
• Health and Dental Insurance at low-cost with low deductibles/co-payments
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pre-tax Dependent Care Reimbursement Account 
• Pre-tax Medical Reimbursement Account
• AFLAC