Brooklyn Blue Feather-Special Education Physical Education Teacher

AHRC New York City is a family governed organization that envisions a socially just world where the power of difference is embraced. We advocate for people who are neurodiverse to lead full and equitable lives. Generosity guides us as we honor our legacy and continuously grow through a culture where curiosity, creativity, and optimism are valued and celebrated.

Currently seeking a Physical Education Teacher for Brooklyn Blue Feather in Sheepshead Bay.

Address: 2335 Gerritsen Avenue Brooklyn NY 11229

Role Description:

• Full Time | Monday-Friday
• Hours: 8:30 A.M-3:30 P.M
• 10 month program with a 30 day summer session

Responsibilities Include:

• Demonstrate knowledge of developmental disabilities of students and their impact on performance and functioning.

• Assess students’ needs and abilities and develop individualized physical education programs based on findings.

• Develop an Adaptive Physical Education Curriculum that incorporates current theory, research, and practice and meet the needs and abilities of school age students with autism and other disabilities.

• Prepare daily lesson plans with activities that are aligned to NYS Common Core Standards, informed by authentic assessment data which advance goals and as applicable, reflect the objectives on the IEP; and progress reports as needed.

• Incorporate goals and clinical recommendations into each student’s program.

• Work directly with students, engaging in and supervising all physical education activities and coordinate staffs’ interactions with students.

• Benefits of working for AHRC NYC:

• Paid time off
• Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• Developmental Training Program
• 403b Retirement Plan with employer match
• Tuition Assistance
• Qualified Employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Commuter Benefits
• & more! 

• Learn more about us: www.ahrcnyc.org/about/careers

Annual Salary: $79,760-$81,411

• BA or MA in Special Education/Physical Education required. NYS Teacher Certification preferred, eligibility for certification required.
• Ability to work effectively with children with developmental disabilities and autism.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.