Therapeutic Day School PE Teacher

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Mission: The mission of our program is to provide our students with a high quality of education that offers instruction in both academic and social/emotional realms. The purpose of the academy is to provide students with social/emotional/behavioral issues a state-of-the-art therapeutic day program. Through hands‑on instructional experiences, as well as a therapeutic approach in art, music, and movement, the program is designated to meet all of the needs of this diverse student population.

The adapted physical education teacher designs and implements physical education programs that promote physical health, motor skills development, teamwork, and positive social interactions for students. They create a structured, inclusive, and supportive environment where students can engage in physical activity while also learning self‑regulation, cooperation, and resilience. Collaborating with educational and clinical staff, the physical education teacher tailors activities to meet individual needs and IEP goals, helping students build confidence, reduce stress, and develop lifelong healthy habits.

• Plan and instruct physical education classes aligned to Illinois Learning Standards for Physical Development and Health with emphasis on physical fitness, gross motor skills, perceptual motor skills and sports and games achievement.
• Modify all teaching methods and materials to meet individual student needs.
• Employ various teaching techniques, methods and principles of learning to enable students to meet their IEP goals, including following the Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Participate in the IEP process as appropriate, including development of goals and objectives.
• Administer fitness assessments.
• Work cooperatively with team members and others in developing instructional goals and strategies.
• Create a positive learning experience with emphasis in individualized instruction.
• Provide direction, supervision and evaluation of educational assistants in the P.E. environment.
• Complete all school and state reporting requirements, including reports detailing student performance.
• Document lesson plans.
• Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Entry level

Full-time

Education and Training

Education

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