A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.
Special Education Teacher - Adaptive PE
Clayton County Public Schools
M.D. ROBERTS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS
- Jonesboro, Georgia This job is also posted in Clayton County Public Schools
Job Details
Job ID:
5856216
Application Deadline:
Sep 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Applicants:
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POSITION SUMMARY
To develop in each exceptional education pupil an understanding of the relationship of good body function and exercise; to motivate each pupil to cultivate physical fitness, hygienic habits, and good social and emotional adjustment; to discover and develop talents of pupils in physical achievement; to develop strength, skill, agility, poise, and coordination in individual, dual, and team physical activities and sports, in accordance with each pupil's ability. This position reports to the Principal.
KEY JOB DESCRIPTIONS
Writes reports to summarize student performance, social growth, or physical development.
Provides students positive feedback to encourage them and help them develop an appreciation for physical education.
Provides individual or small groups of students with adapted physical education instruction that meets desired physical needs or goals.
Prepares lesson plans in accordance with individualized education plans (IEPs) and the functional abilities or needs of students.
Maintains thorough student records to document attendance, participation, or progress, ensuring confidentiality of all records.
Maintains inventory of instructional equipment, materials, or aids.
Evaluates the motor needs of individual students to determine their need for adapted physical education services.
Assists in screening or placement of students in adapted physical education programs.
Assesses students' physical progress or needs.
Adapts instructional techniques to the age and skill levels of students.
Establishes and maintains standards of behavior to create safe, orderly, and effective environments for learning.
Communicates behavioral observations and student progress reports to students, parents, teachers, or administrators.
Provides adapted physical education services to students with intellectual disabilities, autism, traumatic brain injury, orthopedic impairments, or other disabling condition.
Instructs students, using adapted physical education techniques, to improve physical fitness, gross motor skills, perceptual motor skills, or sports and game achievement.
KEY JOB REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's Degree required.
Must have a clear renewable certificate or be eligible for a clear renewable certificate in Health and Physical Education (P-12); additional certification in Special Education General Curriculum (P-12) preferred.
Normal classroom/school setting.
Must be able to stand and walk approximately seven (7) to seven and one-half (7½) hours per day.
Light duty - On most occasions sitting at a desk or table; intermittently sitting, standing, or stooping. Light lifting or carrying 20 lbs. or less.
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Position Type:
FULL TIME
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
