About this role
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 needsEvaluates students’ physical education needs, develops goals and objectives for student Individual Education Plans, and measures progress toward objectivesCoordinates the purchase of sport and fitness equipment for school and residences and oversees proper use and maintenanceCollaborates with therapists (OT, PT, SLP) and educators to provide physical education that is adapted to each student’s ability levelCollaborates with another APE-Aquatics Teacher to help develop and run programs in our new Aquatics and Fitness CenterProvides staff development related to supporting fitness and leisure for studentsSupports a fun and active environment for staff and students through the physical education program and school-wide events!Our Benefits:
Medical & Dental403(b) with company contributionFlexible Spending PlanPaid HolidaysLeave Benefits (Sick and Vacation)Voluntary BenefitsStaff Morale Events (Six Flags, NYC, Foxwoods) Bachelor's degree is requiredCurrent MA Special Education certification in Physical Education is requiredAcademic concentration or teaching experience in Adapted Physical Education is preferredRed Cross Life Guard Certification or a willingness to obtain the current certification is required 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.