Job Description

Responsibilities

Purpose of Your Position

Design a specialized physical education curriculum adapted to the needs of the children. Create a climate of warmth, acceptance and encouragement that fosters growth and development in all children regardless of disability.

Job Functions

Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.

• Understands and promotes Elizabeth Seton Children’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values to ensure application with organizational policies and procedures.

• Demonstrate knowledge of NYS Learning Standards through the development and implementation of weekly lesson plans that address the individual goals of students and strengthen the continuity of learning experiences between home and school
• Design an adaptive physical education (APE) program that includes aquatic programming in collaboration with transdisciplinary team (education staff, related service staff, etc.) that meets the IEP goals of each child
• Demonstrate ability to integrate the SED Learning Standards and Teaching Standards into effective goals and practices that result in positive child outcomes
• Participate in meetings and consultations with education staff and the multidisciplinary team concerning the needs of each child as related to his/her APE program
• Create an organized and safe learning environment to ensure that APE materials and equipment are maintained in good condition, properly inventoried and used according to the physical abilities of each child
• Adhere to daily school schedule and demonstrate ability to lead team of paraprofessional staff in carrying out lesson plans
• Maintain accurate record keeping and IEP Goal tracking documentation as required by SED and Coleman School Policy for quality assurance and accountability purposes
• Actively participate in the creation and implementation of an individual and School wide Professional Development Plan that inspires personal growth, informs teaching practices and promotes understanding of the NYS Teaching Standards
• Carry out standards for customer service; quality improvement; professional development; environmental, safety and infection control practices; confidentiality, corporate compliance and all other John A. Coleman policies and procedures; attend all mandatory in-services to ensure regulatory compliance and best practices in working with students and their families
• Perform other tasks to support the operations of the school as assigned by School Administration

Qualifications

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Education with a 12-18 credit concentration in Adapted Physical Education preferred; Master’s Degree in Adapted Physical Education, preferred
• NYS certification in Physical Education

Experience

• Complete required practicum in Physical Education; concentration in Adapted Physical Education preferred
• Minimum of one-year experience in related setting working with children with multiple disabilities preferred

Employee Requirements:

• Strong communication skills (verbal and written); good problem-solving skills; strong organizational skills; ability to relate to families and work collaboratively with other agency representatives
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language fluently
• Must meet or exceed all health standards and requirements for the position as established by NYDOH and all other regulatory agencies
• Must meet the general health requirements set fourth by the policies of this School, which includes a medical and physical examination
• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of thirty-five (35) pounds
• Perform tasks that may involve exposure to the children’s blood/body fluids
• Must be able to assist in the evacuation of children, if necessary

Working Conditions:

• Will work in a well-lighted and ventilated area
• Will be subject to frequent interruptions
• May be asked to work beyond normal working hours, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary

Hourly Rate:

$55.00/Hr.