Adaptive Physical Education (APE) Teacher

Adaptive Physical Education (APE) TeacherThe Adaptive Physical Education Teacher helps students with disabilities build motor skills, physical fitness, confidence, and participation in physical education. This teacher assesses student needs, supports service eligibility determinations, and delivers individualized instruction aligned with each student's Individualized Education Program (IEP). Through collaboration with educators, therapists, and families, the teacher supports students' physical, academic, and character development.Responsibilities include assessment and individualized planning, instruction and service delivery, and collaboration and communication.Qualifications include a bachelor's degree, certification in adaptive physical education, personal affinity to the mission and vision of KIPP New Orleans Schools, and demonstrated commitment to the 5 core beliefs - Relentlessness, Elevation, Achievement, Community, and Hope. Offers are contingent upon successful completion of a professional reference check, proof of identity and work authorization, a state background check, and verification of teaching experience.Additional information includes competitive compensation, retirement plan, health and wellbeing benefits, paid holidays, and opportunities for on-going professional development.