Adapted Physical Education Teacher - Special Education Preschool - Manhattan

We are currently seeking a full‑time Adapted Physical Education teacher for our Manhattan Children’s Program supporting pre‑school aged students with developmental disabilities. This position is Monday‑Friday, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Under general direction, the Adapted Physical Education Teacher provides specialized instruction to students with developmental, physical, and/or cognitive disabilities. The teacher develops and implements individualized and group programs designed to improve motor development, physical fitness, coordination, and functional mobility while supporting each student’s IEP goals.

• Plans, organizes, and implements instructional activities tailored to meet each student’s individual educational goals and developmental needs.
• Assess student physical abilities, motor skills, and functional mobility.
• Prepare and deliver lesson plans that promote physical development and participation.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates short‑and long‑term educational objectives and progress for assigned students.
• Designs and adapts lesson plans, instructional materials, classroom layout, and environmental modifications to promote accessibility and engagement.
• Monitors, records, and evaluates student attendance, participation, and progress; prepares periodic progress and annual reports in compliance with agency and district requirements.
• Maintains the confidentiality and dignity of all students, ensuring privacy and respect in all interactions and documentation.
• Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings, parent conferences, annual reviews, and staff meetings to ensure coordinated service delivery and collaborative decision‑making.
• Supports curriculum development and contributes to program enhancement initiatives.
• Provides mentorship and training to student teachers and new instructional staff as assigned.
• Assists students with daily living skills as needed, including toileting, feeding, dressing, and mobility support.
• Implements universal precautions and safety protocols at all times.
• Participates in extracurricular activities, field trips, and community‑based instruction to promote student learning and socialization.
• Ensures classroom materials, supplies, and equipment are appropriately requested, maintained, and utilized.
• Communicates regularly with parents and guardians to discuss student progress, classroom activities, and strategies for home support.
• Collaborates with program leadership and agency personnel to address programmatic needs, challenges, and improvements.
• Participates in professional development and in‑service training to remain current on best practices in special education and instructional strategies.
• Keeps abreast of changes in the field and integrates new evidence‑based practices into the classroom.
• Substitutes in another classroom as requested.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education or related field required;
  Master’s degree preferred.
• New York State certification in Physical Education required; certification in Adapted Physical Education preferred.
• Must meet all current New York State Education Department certification and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
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