Adaptive PE Teacher

Adaptive Physical Education Teacher

St. Coletta of Greater Washington is a non-sectarian, nonprofit organization that supports individuals with intellectual disabilities, autism, and secondary disabilities. We are currently seeking an Adaptive Physical Education Teacher who will be responsible for designing and implementing age-appropriate motor/leisure program for students with intellectual disabilities, autism and/or multiple disabilities.

Examples Of Essential Functions

• Providing quality adapted physical education activities with appropriate accommodations, modifications and adaptations to make each activity accessible to students and to improve their gross motor skills.
• Evaluate each student’s gross motor progress and prepare assessment reports both formal and informal.
• Research, order and provide adaptive PE equipment and assistive technology.
• Ensure use of student’s augmentative/alternative communication systems.
• Schedule physical education classes and/or opportunities for Special Olympics for all students; coordinate supports for Special Olympics with Special Olympics coordinator.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in adaptive physical education, physical education or related field; prior experience working with students with intellectual disabilities, autism, multiple disabilities and challenging behaviors is preferred.
• CPR Trainer Certification is a plus.
• Knowledge of methods, materials, practices, procedures and programs in the field of special education and specifically in the area of adaptive physical education.
• Knowledge of related laws, regulations and policies.
• Ability to maintain a safe environment for students and staff
  
  
  

Benefits

• Health, Dental & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid vacations
• Convenient Metro-accessible location
• 403B with company match
• Free life insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability insurance and more
  
  
  

Salary: $59,000- $75,000