Adaptive Physical Education Teacher

Job Description

We are currently seeking an ADAPTIVE PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER to join our team of passionate and dedicated professionals. Bilingual and bicultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities:

• Plans and runs physical education classes for small groups of students, making adaptations for each student’s learning and motor needs
• Evaluates students’ physical education needs, develops goals and objectives for student Individual Education Plans, and measures progress toward objectives
• Coordinates the purchase of sport and fitness equipment for school and residences and oversees proper use and maintenance
• Collaborates with therapists (OT, PT, SLP) and educators to provide physical education that is adapted to each student’s ability level
• Collaborates with another APE-Aquatics Teacher to help develop and run programs in our new Aquatics and Fitness Center
• Provides staff development related to supporting fitness and leisure for students
• Supports a fun and active environment for staff and students through the physical education program and school-wide events!

Our Benefits:

• Medical & Dental
• 403(b) with company contribution
• Flexible Spending Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Leave Benefits (Sick and Vacation)
• Voluntary Benefits
• Staff Morale Events (Six Flags, NYC, Foxwoods)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required
• Current MA Special Education certification in Physical Education is required
• Academic concentration or teaching experience in Adapted Physical Education is preferred
• Red Cross Life Guard Certification or a willingness to obtain the current certification is required

Additional Information

Please apply online by visiting our Online Job Center at www.evergreenctr.org.

Selection for employment is made regardless of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, handicap, genetic information, someone who is a member of, applies to perform, or has an obligation to perform, service in a uniformed military service of the United States, including the National Guard, on the basis of that membership, application or obligation; veteran status, or any other bases protected by law. Evergreen Center participates in E-Verify.

Compensation: 60000 to 75000 (USD) (YEARLY)