Paraprofessional - PE

Job DetailsJob Location

• UCP
• Downtown
• BETA
• Campus -
• Orlando,
• FL 32807Salary
• Range: $16.00 - $17.00 HourlyLooking to make a difference in an innovative and dynamic non-profit agency? UCP of Central Florida unlocks the potential of thousands of children each year at our campuses, pediatric therapy clinics and parent support programs.
• Job
• Responsibilities: Implement physical education activities aligned with Florida State Standards. Support individual student’s motor skills/fitness levels and create adaptations as needed. Provide input on goals/objectives and current status for IEPs (as appropriate) Utilize various organizational and motivational strategies that promote maximum participation. Ensure students learn the relationship between health and wellness with the components of healthy nutrition. Conduct required number of physical education classes weekly (150 minutes per class) Coordinate Campus Field Day. Consult with teachers to ensure behavior plans are carried over during Physical Education instruction. Performs other Duties as Assigned What UCP Offers Our mission at UCP is to empower children with and without disabilities to achieve their potential by providing individualized support, education and therapy services in an inclusive environment. When you join UCP of Central Florida you partner with a team that is making a positive impact on the futures of our children. For over 70 years, we have been dedicated to enriching the lives of children of all abilities across
• Central
• Florida as 8 campuses: Downtown Orlando, East Orlando (near UCF), Kissimmee, Pine Hills, Lake Mary, and Winter Garden. UCP of Central Florida offers a competitive benefit package available to all employees!
• Some perks to being a
• UCP
• Team
• Member include: health insurance (free option after the first year), dental insurance options, free life insurance, paid time off, discounted on-site childcare, 403B/Retirement match, short & long term disability, and support in continuing your education.QualificationsEducation and
• Training: Associate degree (or equivalent college credits) or
• Parapro
• First
• Aid/CPR
• Certification
• Minimum
• Experience: Experience leading physical education activities for students with and without disabilities Knowledge of Basic Physical Education instructional methods and techniques. Knowledge of safe practices in classroom and physical education activities. Knowledge of basic concepts of child growth and development and developmental behavior characteristics.