Location
Cranston, Rhode Island
Salary
$45,776 - $78,221/yr
Market context
In Rhode Island, Adapted Physical Education Teacher roles are typically driven by district needs to support students with disabilities and individualized education plans. These positions are competitive because they require both a Rhode Island Department of Education Physical Education certification with an Adaptive Physical Education endorsement, or eligibility for it, plus experience working with students with special needs. Review the posted certification details and note that the job requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time.
The teacher will design and deliver creative, individualized physical education programming for students with complex learning needs, including conducting evaluations and making recommendations for special needs students. Responsibilities also include providing instruction in age-appropriate physical activities, participating in IEP meetings, and offering classroom consultation as needed.
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree and be certified by the Department of Education as a Physical Education Teacher with an Adaptive Physical Education endorsement, or be certifiable for such a position. Necessary qualifications include knowledge of students with special needs, the ability to write clear reports, and maintaining current CPR certification.
1. Provide an Adapted Physical Education evaluation for each student and make recommendations for each student with special needs. 2. Provide Physical Education activities for all students enrolled at Cornerstone School grades preschool thru high school. 3. Provide individual and/or small group instruction in age appropriate physical activities. 4. Do classroom observations and/or screenings within the classrooms, or during PT, OT sessions in order to make recommendations for carry over instruction for many different settings. 5. Provide classroom consultation as needed or requested. 6. Participate in I.E.P. meetings to review evaluations and to recommend goals and objectives as requested. 7. Write reports upon completion of assessments. 8. Provide classroom coverage as a substitute teacher as needed when not providing Adaptive Physical Education services. Peripheral
1. Maintain cleanliness of equipment 2. Maintain organization of gym area and equipment 3. Maintain appropriate paperwork QualificationsMinimum Qualifications: Education: Must have Bachelor’s degree Certification: Certified by Department of Education as a Physical Education Teacher with Adaptive Physical Education endorsement or certifiable for such a position Experience: Previous experience working with children with developmental disabilities Substitution: Any equivalent combination of education and experiences Necessary
1. Ability to use good body mechanics 2. Demonstrate knowledge of students with special needs especially children with multiple disabilities 3. Ability to write reports in a clear and concise manner 4. Demonstrate flexibility to achieve goals of the school, educational program and individual needs of students Special Qualifications: 1. Current CPR certificate 2. Valid driver’s license 3. Meet DCYF and Department of Education requirements to work in a school 4. Will transport students or otherwise use agency or own vehicle to meet agency needs Essential Physical Demands: 1. Ability to lift independently up to 50 pounds 2. Ability to lift up to 90 pounds with another person 3. Ability to stand 70% of the shift 4. Ability to kneel, bend, and stoop for 40% of shift 5. Ability to move students on mats, requiring pushing, pulling and lifting
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