Adaptive Physical Education Teacher

Majority Women Employee-Owned. Empowered by Everyone to Transform Lives.

Overview

The Richardson School is seeking an Physical Education Teacher to join their Cudahy campus!

The Physical Education Teacher is responsible for developing and implementing physical education programs and health education designed to meet the unique needs of students within their IEP. The PE teacher works with the Special Education Supervisor in the daily program implementation and coordination.

The Richardson School provides an alternative education setting option for local districts to access for children with special needs. Typically, these children have been dually diagnosed with developmental or neurological disabilities and emotional, behavioral or mental health disorders.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Designs achievement-based physical-education programs based on current abilities and needs of students.
• Modifies instructional strategies, activities, environment and equipment to facilitate an optimum learning experience for the students. Incorporates technology as appropriate.
• Develops appropriate adapted physical education, relating to IEP goals and objectives. Goals should reflect an integrated understanding of each student’s disability and associated characteristics (physical, cognitive, and affective).
• Actively attends and participates in IEP meetings as needed. Presents comprehensive motor assessment reports and develops goals.
• Continually evaluates and assesses student performance in the physical education setting, determines strengths and needs of each student, and incorporates this into overall physical education program.
• Demonstrates initiative in developing and implementing new programming. Teaches heath and hygiene classes with age-specific content and curriculum.
• Functions within legal and professional school standards in maintaining a therapeutic and educational environment for students.
• Ensures learning environment and activities are conducive to student development of academics, independence, competence, and sense of self-worth.
• Regularly informs SES of lesson planning, motivational instructional programs, changes in schedules or curriculum and Instructional Aide performance, etc.
• Within timelines, completes all required documentation including lesson plans, Behavior Data Forms, Activity Requisition and Notification Forms, Transition Summaries.

To be considered for this job, you must meet the following requirements:

• Requires Bachelor's Degree in Physical or Adaptive Physical Education from an accredited college or university
• Requires current, active license in Physical Education (530) issued by the State of WI Department of Public Instruction, with an Adaptive Physical Education license (860) preferred.
• Experience working with individuals who display needs in the areas of autism, cognitive delays, EBD, mental health, and other related disabilities preferred.

WAGES & BENEFITS:

• Hours: 8-4pm during the regular school year + availability to work some ESY hours
• Schedule: Monday- Friday, following a traditional school calendar
• Salary Range: $54k- $71k; Final salary based on level of education+ years of experience. Our teachers are paid year round!
• Tuition Assistanceprogram for further professional development
• Health, Dental, Vision, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance
• Generous PTOpackage
• We are an Employee Owned Company! You will automatically acquire company stock after one year of employment.
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Match
• PayActive– access your wages the very next day!

Join a school that truly provides the individualized attention that is required for students having significant special needs! 

Additional Information

MyPath and its Operating Companies provide specialized services and dignified care for children, adolescents and adults with special needs. Our companies provide a spectrum of services and support which promote the ability of those we serve to live as independently as possible in the community.

MyPath is composed of a beautifully diverse spectrum of employees with different characteristics, abilities, and life experiences. We believe that equitable, diverse, and inclusive practices in our workspaces are integral to the existence of MyPath. We value our diverse spectrum of Owners, the individuals we serve and the communities we encounter.

Our success as an organization is directly proportional to our ability to create belonging and genuinely engage our Owners and potential Owners.  We ask for demographic information so that we can be intentional in supporting our Owners best.  Although not required, we would appreciate you sharing to help our commitment of cultivating a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and belonging MyPath.

Our Culture

At MyPath, we support an ownership culture throughout the organization. Our culture is based on our five beliefs and behaviors:

• Passion

• Accountability

• Teamwork

• Openness

• Continuous Learning and Innovation

As an employee owner, you can expect transparency, respect and appreciation. You’ll impact the place you work and map a career within MyPath. With your passion and our breadth of services, your options are nearly limitless!

MyPath is proudly Majority Women Employee-Owned, with women leading at every level from the frontline to the boardroom. Our strength comes from all of us. Every Owner, regardless of gender, plays a vital role in shaping our culture, driving our mission, and building a workplace where opportunity and ownership are shared by all.

MyPath is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We embrace the unique characteristics, abilities, and life experiences of our employees and believe that equitable and inclusive practices are essential to our success. We value the diversity of our Owners, the individuals we serve, and the communities we engage with.