Adapted PE Teacher

Adapted PE Teacher JobID: 2596

Position Type

Special Education - All Levels

Date Posted

6/12/2024

Location

Department of Special Education - MDLC

Date Available

2024-2025

Closing Date

Open until filled

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Job Title: Adapted PE Teacher Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Reports to: Special Education Director Pay Grade: Teacher Pay Scale (187 days)

Dept/School: DSE, MDLC

Primary Purpose

To provide direct Adaptive Physical Education (APE) services to students with physical disabilities. Serve as a member of the multidisciplinary evaluation team and planning team who determines eligibility for special education services. In addition, organize and implement instructional services to meet the needs of eligible students unable to attend school due to medical reasons (homebound overflow).

Qualifications

Education/Certification

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate in Special Education
• Valid Texas teaching certificate in Physical Education
• Valid Core Subjects, Content, or Generalist teaching certificate preferred
• Valid Driver's License with driving record that meets the requirements of the district
  
  

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Adapted Physical Education Program design, planning, development, implementation, and evaluation
• Ability to modify physical education curriculum based on individual student need
• Basic knowledge of motor development and biomechanics
• Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting process and implementation
• Knowledge of Special Education and Section 504/General Education Homebound mandates
• General knowledge of broad levels of development, instruction, and curriculum (birth-12th grade)
  
  

Experience

• Special Education classroom teaching experience
• Experience working with students with various disabilities
  
  

Major Responsibilities And Duties

Adapted Physical Education Duties

• Plan and provide adapted physical education services consistent with Adapted PE goals contained in student's Individual Educational Plan (IEP).
• Evaluate student progress and determine readiness for dismissal from adapted PE services.
• Develop activity modifications and/or alternative activities for individual students; provide equipment needed to execute these modifications or alternative activities.
• Collaborate/consult with general education physical education teachers to ensure student success through use of modifications and program planning.
• Provide general education physical education teachers with updated medical information and restrictions as needed, and address mobility and safety issues within the PE setting.
• Conduct Adapted PE assessments and write assessment reports as part of the Multidisciplinary Team.
  
  

Homebound Overflow Duties

• Provide instruction to students who require Homebound Services per ARD or Section 504 committee.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional strategies, activities, materials, and equipment to meet the individual needs of students.
• Collaborate with teachers, collecting and returning completed assignments.
• Review assigned materials with students in preparation for tests.
• Collaborate with related/instructional service personnel, when needed.
• Implement recommended services/curriculum to the student.
• Monitor student's progress, update IEP's, and communicate effectively with campus staff regarding student performance and progress.
• Keep accurate attendance records and report attendance to the attendance clerk each week.
• Prepare documentation for ARD and Section 504/Homebound meetings.
• Attend ARD and Section 504/General Education Homebound meetings.
• Stay informed of the latest medical recommendations of the referring physician and communicate these recommendations to staff.
• Continue professional growth by participating in professional development opportunities.
• Display proficient levels of technology applications.
• Utilize time wisely for effective management of job responsibilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

WORKING CONDITIONS

Mental Demands

• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written);
• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
  
  

Physical Demands

• Occasional light lifting and carrying,
• District travel;
• Occasional prolonged and irregular hours.
  
  

The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.

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