Adaptive Physical Education Teacher

Description:

Arlington Heights School District 25 has an opening for a full-time (1.0 FTE) Adaptive Physical Education Teacher for the 2024-25 school year.

Responsibilities

• Complete screenings and evaluations to determine eligibility for special education adapted physical education support.

• Create and update Individual Educational Programs (IEP) based on the evaluation results and student progress.

• Design and implement adapted physical education activities in physical fitness, gross motor skills, and perceptual motor skills based on Physical Education (PE) curriculum and IEP goals.

• Utilize a variety of techniques and materials to execute appropriate curriculum.

• Monitor and maintain accurate written records of student performance, progress monitoring of goals, and provision of services adjusting instruction and the IEP as necessary.

• Collaborate and participate in the student's multi-disciplinary team, providing consultation to team members regarding the student's physical and leisure skills.

• Collaborate with Physical Education Department team members to develop physical education curriculum appropriate to exceptional needs of students.

• Participate in parent meetings and conferences as necessary.

• Create schedules and provide supervision of teaching assistants.

• Provide appropriate role model supporting student behavior and providing education.

• Assume responsibility for continued professional growth.

• Assume other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must possess a valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with an Adaptive PE Endorsement

• Preferred candidates will speak a second language

• Preferred candidates will be willing to work with students outside of the normal school day by participating in activities, athletics, or other school related endeavors

• Coursework in adaptive PE preferred

• Experience working with students in group situations and/or classroom environment preferred.

• Ability to visually and auditorily monitor student performance and behavior

• Ability to model good language and vocabulary.

Application Procedure:

Applications are considered complete when all required materials are submitted, including the following:

• a completed online application

• a current resume and letter of interest

• three letters of recommendation

• a photocopy of all academic transcripts

All supporting documents must be uploaded into your online application. The letter of interest may be addressed to:

Dr. Brian Kaye

Assistant Superintendent for Personnel & Planning

If you have any questions regarding this posting, please email personnel@sd25.org.