Adaptive Physical Educator

Overview

Starting Salary: $75,000 - $85,000 per hour based on experience. Environment:
Special Education Program, Grades K-12.

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs, a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, is seeking an Adaptive Physical Educator to join our award-winning Special Education team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression, and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction.

If you excel at delivering high-impact physical education services, translating goals into action, and tracking progress with precision—while staying flexible, upbeat, and relentlessly student-focused — we should talk!

As an Adaptive Physical Educator you will accelerate student outcomes in Grades K-12 by delivering designated physical education services aligned to each learner’s individualized education plan (IEP) — on time, on schedule, and to standard. This role elevates instruction through evidence-based curriculum and community-based learning consistent with IEP intent; builds individualized schedules that advance service goals; and documents progress with rigorous, data-driven reporting.

Responsibilities Include:

• Implementing designated services as detailed in each student’s IEP/ITP, meeting required weekly minutes within the specified service windows.
• Developing and implementing standards-aligned, evidence-based curriculum consistent with the letter and intent of the IEP/ITP, including on-site and community-based instruction as monitored by the supervisor.
• Developing and implementing individualized schedules that directly address each student’s IEP/ITP goals related to designated services.
• Consulting with the supervisor regarding student progress and the implementation of the IEP/ITP/PBIP, and supporting transition planning for mainstreaming/inclusion or post-secondary/adult program pathways.
• Conducting ongoing evaluations of student needs; compiling IEPs/ITPs and Progress Reports; and reporting data to the supervisor, parent/caregiver, and district representative.
• Recording and maintaining accurate, timely data within student programs, classroom records, and assigned data systems.
• Assisting teachers and classroom staff in implementing related-service curriculum by modeling best practices and preparing materials.
• Participating in IEP meetings as requested; presenting proposed goals and current levels using data-based evidence; and fielding goal-related questions.
• Providing direct services through collaborative consultation with instructional and clinical teams.
• Preparing individualized materials and adaptive equipment to maximize student access and engagement.
• Facilitating student transitions to the least restrictive environment through coordinated planning and skill generalization.
• Completing all required basic competency training and courses, including Supervision Training and other compliance modules.
• Completing all staff development necessary to maintain the credentials required for this position.
• Observing and training staff to implement related-service goals consistently across the school day.
• Assisting and mentoring classroom staff at the supervisor’s request while meeting all ongoing credentialing and professional development requirements.
• Attending required meetings, including supervision sessions, all-staff meetings, annual planning, and action-team forums.
• Adhering to organizational communication guidelines by using objective, professional language (NORMS) with colleagues and all stakeholders.
• Giving and receiving feedback professionally—prioritizing appropriate timing, setting, confidentiality, and data-based rationale.
• Adhering to Chance Light and Spectrum Center policies, procedures, and protocols without exception.
• Performing additional duties as assigned to support high-quality, student-centered services.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in education or a closely related field of study.
• Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining an Adaptive Physical Educator (APE) credential.
• Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a special education credential preferred.
• Prior…