Category
Schools - Adaptive Physical Education Teacher
Job Type
Contract
Bring your passion for adaptive physical education to a vibrant school community near Kenner, LA! This onsite, full-time contract opportunity has you working closely with students to empower and inspire through tailored instruction. As an itinerant Adaptive Physical Education (APE) Teacher, you’ll play a pivotal role in helping students of diverse abilities thrive in a supportive educational setting.
What’s involved:
- Serve multiple locations (2-3 schools) on either the East or West Bank, depending on district needs
- Manage a flexible caseload based on your availability and the district’s requirements
- Plan and deliver engaging APE lessons for students across various age groups
- Adapt activities and curriculum to support students’ unique learning styles and abilities
- Collaborate with general and special education staff, paraprofessionals, and families
- Travel reliably between assigned campuses as part of your weekly routine
Qualifications:
- APE Teacher certification preferred; a valid PE teaching credential is required as a minimum
- Demonstrable experience or training in adaptive/modified physical education
- Reliable transportation for interschool travel
- Exceptional organization and time management abilities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing schedules
- Ability to pass a district-required drug screen and fingerprint background check
What you’ll love about this role:
- Flexible scheduling with options for full-time (35 hours/week) or part-time (3 full days/week)
- Opportunity to make a lasting impact across multiple campuses and student populations
- Additional planning periods built into your week, based on days worked
If you are ready to make a difference for students with diverse physical abilities and have the credentials to match, your next adventure awaits! Apply today and make a real impact in adaptive physical education.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
- Competitive Salary
- Weekly Paycheck
- Matching 401(k) Plan
- Extensive Medical Coverage
- Licensing Assistance
- Custom Housing
- Travel Assistance
- Professional Development Reimbursement