Adaptive Physical Education Teacher

Adaptive Physical Education Teacher Livingston ESA Pathway School – Howell, Michigan. Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in Livingston Educational Service Agency Job Details Job ID: 5577245 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Mar 10, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description POSITION TITLE: Adaptive Physical Education Teacher FSLA: Exempt REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education and Literacy Outcomes (Pathway) UPDATED: February 2026 SALARY/BENEFITS: Per the LIPSA Master Agreement SCHEDULE: 10 – month

POSITION SUMMARY

The Adaptive Physical Education Teacher is responsible for developing and implementing a multisensory instructional program that will give students with disabilities the opportunity to engage in core literacy instruction through social, adapted and recreational activities. This individual also will work collaboratively with special education teacher and ancillary providers (i.e., Physical Therapist) to develop personalized plans or routines to support students throughout the educational experience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Note: These duties and responsibilities are judged to be "essential functions" in terms of the Americans With Disabilities Act or ADA. 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The statements below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed by such a person. Provides consultation to administrators, instructional staff, students, and families. Provides direct instruction in recreational activities and literacy. Create multisensory activities that support student advancement within a comprehensive literacy framework. Provides ongoing and periodic evaluation of student progress towards IEP goals and objectives in collaboration with the IEP team. Develop and maintain an appropriate record keeping system. Consultation with local district physical education teachers on adaptive techniques and plans to utilize for students with adaptive physical education needs. Develop and maintain an appropriate relationship with parents and inform them of the student’s progress as necessary. Obtains, integrates, and interprets information regarding a student’s physical well-being and the supports necessary for success in school and life, and the planning and managing of adaptive programming. Coordinate and facilitate the creation of any guidelines and procedures necessary to support effective, research-based adaptive programming supporting literacy practices across the county. Engage in regular professional learning opportunities to stay abreast of current evidence-based practices Demonstrate the ability to communicate clearly and concisely in written and oral communication with administrators, staff, parents/guardians, and community agencies. Demonstrate enthusiasm and a positive attitude. Demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, families, school personnel, community agencies.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

Lead and grow established Unified Sports opportunities for students with disabilities.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

May supervise students.

QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE

Master’s and/or bachelor’s degree in field of education. Experience teaching and/or working with students with diverse physical and cognitive needs ages 3-26. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Valid Michigan Teaching Certification with endorsement in Physical Education for Students with Disabilities (SP). Candidates preferred with special education endorsements in CI and/or ASD. Language Skills Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of administrators, teachers, clients, customers, and the general public. Mathematical Skills Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Reasoning Ability Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Other Skills & Abilities Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; ability to plan and implement lessons based on division and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, parents and community; ability to speak clear and concisely in written or oral communication. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee will regularly sit, walk and stand. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. The employee may occasionally lift up to 50 pounds such as student equipment and wheelchairs. Work Environment The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is frequently required to interact with other staff. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being of students. The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment. The Livingston Educational Service Agency does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation or transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies should be directed to the Assistant Superintendent for Administrative Services. Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $49,195 to $100,990 Per Year Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Douglas Haseley , Assistant Superintendent for Special Education Livingston ESA Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education