2026-2027 Adapted Physical Education Teacher for The Constellations Program

2026-2027 Adapted Physical Education Teacher for The Constellations Program New Orleans, LA • Full Time 2026-2027 Teachers • Experienced We are seeking a full-time, well-qualified Adapted Physical Education Teacher. This position provides quality school‑based occupational therapy services, which includes but is not limited to assessment/evaluation, intervention/treatment, IEP planning and implementation, discharge planning, related documentation, and communication between teachers, paraprofessionals, related services providers, administration, and families. This full‑time position includes direct services with scholars, and coordinating/supervising Occupational Therapist Assistants at each school site. The Constellations Program’s occupational therapist will report to the Principal of the Constellation Program. Responsibilities Develop Individual Educational Programs for students with varying functioning levels Develop long and short‑term learning goals and objectives according to program guidelines and the IEP Conduct daily classroom activities reflecting IEP goals and objectives Establish an instructional pace consistent with students' learning process Communicate with parents/guardians about student progress Compile, maintain, and distribute to the teacher of record necessary service logs, progress reports, and any other required student records Facilitate extra‑curricular physical education programs for students with exceptionalities Develop a physical education curriculum and program appropriate to the exceptional needs of students and the Louisiana content standards Develop and maintain appropriate and current records and reports Meet all reporting deadlines set by the school, school district, and the LDOEQuickly implement feedback and goal‑setting into lesson delivery Collaborate with teammates in grade‑level and subject‑level teams Participate in the life of the school, including student activities and events Maintain a classroom culture conducive to student achievement Participate in daily, weekly, and quarterly meetings about student achievement Take on other tasks, as needed What We Offer This role may be on the Lead Scale or the Associate Scale (depending on the applicant's experience and qualifications). It may include bumps for taking on leadership responsibilities, summer work, doing work outside of your regular duties, or longevity with CCS. Fully‑paid health insurance Immediate 4% 401(k) match Employer‑paid mental health services Generous leave policies Qualifications Believe in the mission and values of Crescent City Schools Believe in the unlimited potential of each child Have a minimum of five (5) years of successful teaching experience with students with disabilities Have the desire to create a program for students with moderate to severe disabilities Have a BA or BS Degree Possess Louisiana Teacher Certification Physical Requirements Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, kneel, crouch, bend, operate a computer and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. This is an in‑person role. #J-18808-Ljbffr IMDiversity