Wellness, Recreation and Community Integration Teacher at LEARN - 2026-2027 School Year

What You'll Love About Working Here

Make a meaningful difference in students' lives every day
Design creative wellness, recreation, and community-based learning experiences
Work alongside a supportive transdisciplinary team of educators, therapists, behavior specialists, and social-emotional support staff
Help students build skills that transfer beyond the classroom into their homes and communities
Access ongoing professional learning and growth opportunities
Be part of a collaborative culture that values creativity, innovation, and student-centered decision making
Experience the joy of seeing students gain confidence, independence, and lifelong healthy habits

What You'll Do

• Create engaging learning experiences that support students' physical, social, emotional, and functional development
• Design and deliver engaging wellness, recreation, and community-based instruction for individuals, small groups, and classes
• Teach and co-teach adapted physical education lessons aligned to students' developmental and IEP goals
• Plan and facilitate on-campus and community-based recreational activities that reflect student interests and strengths
• Support students in developing healthy habits, leisure skills, self-confidence, and community participation
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, behavioral staff, and families to integrate student goals across learning environments
• Participate in Planning and Placement Team (PPT) meetings and contribute to the development of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Develop schedules and service plans that ensure effective student support
• Supervise and guide instructional assistants and other support staff
• Maintain program equipment, recreational materials, and learning resources
• Create opportunities for students to practice and generalize skills across school, community, and recreational settings
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment for all students

The Ideal Candidate

• Enthusiastic, flexible, and student-focused
• Passionate about wellness, recreation, adapted physical education, and inclusive programming
• Skilled at building positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues
• Creative in designing motivating and meaningful learning experiences
• Comfortable working in community settings and supporting students with diverse learning needs
• Committed to helping students achieve greater independence and quality of life

Qualifications

• Required:
• Bachelor's Degree
• Current Connecticut State Department of Education Certification in Physical Education
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a transdisciplinary team
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• PREFERRED:
• Experience in Adapted Physical Education
• Experience working with students with disabilities, including students with complex educational, behavioral, communication, and developmental needs
• Certification or experience in Occupational Therapy
• Experience implementing community-based instruction and recreational programming

Application

Qualified applicants should apply online and submit their credentials at: https://www.applitrack.com/learn/onlineapp/

About LEARN

LEARN is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)