District Office - SpEd Adaptive Physical Education Paraprofessional

district office - sped adaptive physical education paraprofessional (28712)

weber school district district office - special education - ogden, utah

job : 5679338

Final date to receive applications: posted until filled

posted: apr 29, 2026 6:00 am (utc)

starting date: aug 20, 2026

position is part-time special education (sped) adaptive physical education paraprofessional for 5.75 hours per day (28.75 hours per week), 180 days (9 months) per year. Compensation according to lane 4(b) of the paraprofessionals salary schedule.

applicants shall apply at  Applications will be reviewed before interviews are scheduled.

this position will remain open until filled, after a minimum of 5 working days

this position is funded, in full or in part, through grant allocations or enrollment-based funding sources. Employment is guaranteed through the current school year (or the upcoming school year if the posting occurs during summer). Continuation of employment (or the position’s h.ourly workload) beyond this period is not assured and is contingent upon the availability of future funding.

under general supervision, performs a variety of instructional program support services for students with disabilities. Provides support for adapted physical education (a.p.e.) instructors and program; and performs related duties as required or assigned. The incumbent may be assigned duties in support of instructors in specialized small group classes or in support of the overall instructional program. Work guidelines and direct classroom supervision are provided by instructor(s) or the adapted physical education program.

Day-to-day activities require the use of initiative and judgment.

• assists students during the performance of instructional activities which may involve assisted walking, getting on or off equipment, or in and out of wheelchairs.
• assists with two-person transfers; must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• coordinates materials, equipment, facilities, and supplies for classes.
• sets up, installs, maintains, and services equipment, materials, and supplies used in classes.
• trains students and others in the safe and proper use of specialized physical education equipment.
• maintains physical environment and condition of the facility and equipment.
• answers students' questions regarding class assignments.
• participates in activities, specialized workshops and special events.
• attendance is an essential function: physical presence at the worksite is required for collaboration, direct interaction with team members, other staff, students, and/or guardians, and access to on-site equipment and resources.

• assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

• knowledge of:
  • principles, theories, practices, methods and equipment common to group activities used in adapted physical education.
  • safety practices for individuals with disabilities.
  • basic instructional methods and procedures suitable for individuals with physical disabilities.
  • techniques for communicating with individuals of diverse academic, ethnic, socio-economic and cultural backgrounds including persons with disabilities.
• skill in:
  • operating and training others in the safe use of adapted equipment and procedures used in special education and adapted physical education.
  • safely lifting and two-person transfer techniques.
  • applying and effectively explaining instructional methods and procedures in a manner that can be understood by individuals exhibiting a wide variety of communication and cognitive deficits.
  • effectively reading, understanding and prompting course materials to students.
  • establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
  • understanding and following oral and written instructions.
  • applying basic emergency and first-aid procedures.
  • maintaining a pleasant, calm demeanor in emergencies and remaining flexible, patient and compassionate with those contacted in the course of the work.
• other requirements:
  • ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • must possess sufficient strength and stamina in order to safely…