Travel Adaptive Physical Education Teacher

Position: Travel Adaptive Physical Education Teacher

Location: Juneau, AK (in person)

School District: Juneau School District

Strides Therapy & Educational Services is a leading local provider of contracted therapy services dedicated to enhancing students' educational experience in schools. We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Travel Adaptive Physical Education Teacher to join our team of professionals who work collaboratively to support students. We are a therapist- and woman-owned and operated company.

This is an in-person position. Provide individualized adaptive physical education services to students with disabilities by developing engaging activities that improve motor skills, physical fitness, and participation in school-based PE. Collaborate with educators, therapists, and families to support students' IEP goals and create an inclusive, positive learning environment.

• Highly supportive and collaborative school district that values its team.
• Travel package and relocation support for candidates interested in moving to the area.
• Unique travel opportunity to experience and work in one of the most beautiful parts of the country.
• Potential to transition into a traditional role if you enjoy the district and community.

up to $65; travel stipend can be discussed for candidates who are willing to relocate

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Physical Education, Adapted Physical Education, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Special Education, or a related field.
• Valid state teaching license with the appropriate Physical Education and/or Adapted Physical Education certification or endorsement.
• Knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, IEP development, and other applicable special education requirements.
• Experience working with children or adolescents with disabilities in an educational setting.
• Knowledge of motor development, physical fitness, adapted sports, movement education, and activity modifications.
• Ability to assess gross motor skills, mobility, balance, coordination, physical fitness, and functional movement.
• Ability to develop and implement individualized Adapted Physical Education programs and IEP goals.
• Strong communication, collaboration, behavior-management, organization, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively with families, teachers, therapists, administrators, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to complete required background checks, fingerprinting, health screenings, and district onboarding requirements.
• Ability to travel between school locations when required.

• Provide direct Adapted Physical Education services to students with disabilities in accordance with their IEPs.
• Assess students' gross motor development, physical fitness, mobility, coordination, balance, strength, endurance, and functional movement.
• Develop, implement, monitor, and document individualized physical education goals and objectives.
• Design and deliver adapted instruction that promotes motor development, physical fitness, recreation, independence, and participation.
• Modify activities, equipment, rules, environments, and instructional strategies to meet students' individual needs.
• Collaborate with general physical education teachers to support student participation in inclusive settings when appropriate.
• Monitor student progress, collect data, and prepare evaluations, progress reports, and required special education documentation.
• Participate in IEP meetings, eligibility meetings, multidisciplinary evaluations, annual reviews, and parent conferences.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and other related service providers.
• Recommend adaptive equipment, assistive technology, and environmental modifications that promote access, participation, and safety.
• Monitor students' medical precautions, physical limitations, and health needs during instruction.
• Maintain student confidentiality and comply with district policies, IDEA, FERPA, and applicable federal and state requirements.

• Health Benefits on Day 1 (Medical, Dental, Vision) with 50% employer contribution
• 401k with match and immediate vesting, 100% match for the first 3% and 50% for 4 % and 5% (also a part-time benefit)
• Up to 40 hours PTO/sick time (also a part-time benefit)
• AK State Licensure Reimbursement
• National Certification Stipend
• Professional liability insurance (also a part-time benefit)
• Cancer insurance (also a part-time benefit)
• Pet insurance (also a part-time benefit)
• Life insurance (also a part-time benefit)
• Catastrophe medical (also a part-time benefit)

$500 referral bonus for each employee referred

Please contact Karen Knight for more information and additional details. Email: karenkni Phone:

Salary: $65 per hour