Adaptive Physical Education Teacher (part-time)

Description

Job Title: Adaptive Physical Education Teacher

About us: 

GEO Academies is a national, non-profit network of open-enrollment, public charter schools committed to empowering students to accelerate their academic pathways, advance their social mobility, and achieve their career and lifelong goals. Our innovative and award-winning K-16 GEO Academies Model begins with personalized, competency-based learning and accelerates students into post-secondary immersion as early as 9th grade. GEO Academies students have the opportunity to earn a full college degree or career credential even before graduating from high school - at no cost to families. 

Responsibilities:

- Develop and implement individualized education plans for students with disabilities

- Provide specialized physical education instruction to students with disabilities

- Collaborate with other educators and parents to ensure that each student's needs are being met

- Monitor and assess student progress and adjust instruction as needed

- Maintain accurate records of student progress and communicate regularly with parents and other educators

- Ensure that all equipment and facilities are safe and appropriate for students with disabilities

- Communicate effectively with students' families to provide updates on progress and strategies for home support.

- Participate in IEP meetings and other school based team meetings to advocate for students' physical education needs

- Remain current with developments in adapted physical education by attending workshops, conferences and continuing education   courses.  

If you are passionate about working with students with disabilities and have the necessary qualifications and experience, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Requirements

Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree in Physical Education or a related field

- State certification in Adaptive Physical Education

- Experience working with students with disabilities

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills

- Ability to work collaboratively with other educators and parents

- Knowledge of adaptive equipment and techniques