Adapted Physical Education Specialist Teacher - Special Programs

Position Purpose

Creates, organizes, and implements an instructional program for assigned students in APE for students with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of Healthful Living curriculum and standards
• Considerable knowledge of best practices in special education and the development of young children
• Considerable knowledge of Special Education processes to include conducting evaluations, writing present levels of performance, and appropriate goals based on data, etc.
• Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Google apps
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local compliance regulations
• Effective time management skills
• Ability to adapt physical education activities to ensure all students benefit from movement
• Ability to work with adults in a consultative format to address student needs
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, students, parents, external agencies, and the public

Education, Training, And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or Special Education from a regionally accredited college/university
• Three years of teaching experience in the field of Health and Physical Education with a focus on students with disabilities
• Experience with students with disabilities with multiple handicaps and severe and profound populations

Certification And License Requirements

• Hold or be eligible for a North Carolina Professional Educator’s License in Health and Physical Education (K-12)
• Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license according to the State of NC requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Physical Education with emphasis in Adapted Physical Education

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Designs the APE program so that it is consistent with the total educational philosophy and goals of the district
• Participates in professional development as assigned through educational meetings, visiting related facilities, reading professional literature, and exchanging ideas with district staff
• Develops and conducts professional development presentations to inform classroom teachers and school personnel of the mission, goals and objectives of APE and ways of achieving them in the school setting
• Collaborates with general Physical Education teachers, related service personnel, and Special Education staff in planning and developing the Individualized Education Program (IEP)
• Identifies, selects, and utilizes appropriate assessment instruments; creates and presents subsequent evaluation reports
• Identifies strengths and weaknesses, develops measurable annual goals and measurable objectives/benchmarks for students’ IEPs
• Prepares, implements, and evaluates an annual educational plan for each student based on individually assessed needs and in accordance with district procedures
• Identifies modifications and accommodations needed for each student
• Maintains up to date service delivery documentation (i.e., anecdotal records, log of teacher observations, how progress is measured) for each student receiving APE services
• Provides specialized instructional techniques by modeling instructional strategies for adult assistants/Instructional Assistants (IAs) when needed to meet the educational needs of students
• Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team for APE services as appropriate
• Maintains equipment assigned by APE department for students on assigned caseload
• Advocates for Physical Education and APE with school personnel in assigned schools

Work Environment/Physical Requirements

• This job operates in a school environment
• Duties will mainly be performed in assigned schools within the gym and/or outdoor setting
• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, scanners, and copiers
• The position, at times, must be able to come into direct contact with school system staff, students, parents, and other service providers
• Work is considered medium physical work, requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force
• The work frequently requires driving automotive equipment

EFFECTIVE DATE

4/2025

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required by the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by HR and approved at any time.