Adaptive Physical Education Teacher

The Role: The Adaptive Physical Education Teacher (APE) Teacher provides specifically designed physical education instruction to students with disabilities whose needs cannot be appropriately met through the general physical education program. The APE teacher develops and implements individualized physical education programs that promote motor development, physical fitness, movement skills, social interaction, and lifelong participation in physical activity. Essential Responsibilities:

• Assess students'' motor skills, physical abilities. and functional performance to determine eligibility for adaptive physical education services.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized adaptive physical education goals and objectives aligned with students'' IEPs.
• Provide direct instruction in individual and small-group settings using evidence-based instructional strategies.
• Collaborate with general physical education teachers, special education staff, related service providers, and families to support student participation and inclusion.
• Participate as a member of the IEP Team, including conducting evaluations, preparing reports, and documenting student progress.
• Modify equipment, activities, and environments to ensure safe and meaningful participation in physical education and school-based physical activities.
• Maintain accurate records, progress monitoring data, and required documentation in accordance with federal, state, and district requirements.
• Ensure a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment that promotes student independence and physical well-being.
• Perform otherer duties as assigned by the Director of Student Services or building administrator.

Qualifications:

• Massachusetts licensure as a Physical Education Teacher PreK-8 and 5-12 or eligibility for appropriate licensure.
• Bachelor''s degree required; Master''s degree preferred.
• Strong collaboration, communication and organizational skills.
• Experience working with students with a wide range of disabilities is preferred. Salary: ELPS is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where employees feel valued, respected and are empowered to be their unique selves. We believe that our administration and District staff should reflect the increasingly diverse community we serve, and that we should be intentional about elevating diverse voices and perspectives as an integral part of our work with students. Together, we can continue to build an inclusive work culture that centers equity, encourages empathy, supports belonging, and embraces cultural diversity as an important asset to the overall success of our schools. Why You Should Join Our Team: East Longmeadow Public School District is committed to cultivating an environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced, acknowledging that a team reflecting diversity of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status and veteran status allows us to serve our communities better. To that end, we welcome and strongly encourage applicants to bring their authentic selves when considering employment opportunities within our school district.