Job Description

We are currently seeking an ADAPTIVE PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER to join our team of passionate and dedicated professionals. Bilingual and bicultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities:

• Plans and runs physical education classes for small groups of students, making adaptations for each student’s learning and motor needs
• Evaluates students’ physical education needs, develops goals and objectives for student Individual Education Plans, and measures progress toward objectives
• Coordinates the purchase of sport and fitness equipment for school and residences and oversees proper use and maintenance
• Collaborates with therapists (OT, PT, SLP) and educators to provide physical education that is adapted to each student’s ability level
• Collaborates with another APE-Aquatics Teacher to help develop and run programs in our new Aquatics and Fitness Center
• Provides staff development related to supporting fitness and leisure for students
• Supports a fun and active environment for staff and students through the physical education program and school-wide events!

Our Benefits:

• Medical & Dental
• 403(b) with company contribution
• Flexible Spending Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Leave Benefits (Sick and Vacation)
• Voluntary Benefits
• Staff Morale Events (Six Flags, NYC, Foxwoods)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required
• Current MA Special Education certification in Physical Education is required
• Academic concentration or teaching experience in Adapted Physical Education is preferred
• Red Cross Life Guard Certification or a willingness to obtain the current certification is required

Additional Information

Please apply online by visiting our Online Job Center at www.evergreenctr.org .

Selection for employment is made regardless of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, handicap, genetic information, someone who is a member of, applies to perform, or has an obligation to perform, service in a uniformed military service of the United States, including the National Guard, on the basis of that membership, application or obligation; veteran status, or any other bases protected by law. Evergreen Center participates in E-Verify.