Adapted Physical Education Teacher
Center for Disability Services
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Center for Disability Services is hiring an Adapted Physical Education Teacher. The Center for Disability Services seeks an Adapted Physical Education Teacher to develop inclusive lesson plans, coordinate gym activities, and maintain a supportive classroom environment for students with disabilities. The role emphasizes safety supervision, interdisciplinary collaboration, and physical assistance, aligning with the organization’s 80‑year mission to empower independent living.
Key focus areas include Develops and implements inclusive lesson plans incorporating interdisciplinary goals., Coordinates gymnasium activities and staff duties according to program policies., and Maintains a positive, accepting classroom environment for students..
Successful candidates bring Bachelor's Degree In Physical Education, NYS Initial Or Professional Certification In Physical Education, and Must Be Able To Regularly Lift 50 Pounds Independently Up To 150 Pounds With Assistance And Use Mechanical Lift Device. Important skills include Lesson Planning, Classroom Management, Student Safety Supervision, Physical Lifting, and Mechanical Lift Operation.
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Where people get better at life!
Join us in our mission to make a difference and shape a more inclusive future.
The Center for Disability Services offers hope, innovation and achievement to the people we support. For 80 years, we have been one of upstate New York’s largest providers of programs and services for individuals who have disabilities. Many of the innovative programs and vital services that we offer are not available elsewhere.
We are searching for an Adapted Physical Education Teacher! This position is located in our Albany, NY location. Responsibilities:
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Develops and implements appropriate lesson plans incorporating interdisciplinary goals/objectives
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Co-ordinates classroom staff duties in regard to gymnasium activities according to program policies.
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Maintains a positive and accepting classroom environment for the students.
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Provides for and monitors the supervision and safety of students at all times.
Required Qualifications:
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Bachelor's Degree in field of Physical Education
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NYS Initial or professional Certification in the field of Physical Education.
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The employee must regularly lift and or move individuals - may be required to lift 50 pounds independently, up to 150 pounds with assistance of another staff , and use a mechanical lift device as assigned
Preferred Qualifications:
Graduate degree (Masters, Doctorate) in the field of Education
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Water Safety Instructor Certification
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Lifeguard Certification
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CPR Certification
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Adapted Physical Education Certification
At The Center for Disability Services, we don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and the people we support. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our employment practices.
Compensation Range:
$61,927.11 - $71,358.14
Benefits:
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Medical Insurance
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Dental Insurance
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Vision Insurance
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401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
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EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
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Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
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Tuition Reimbursement
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Early Access to Pay with RAIN
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Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
For over 80 years, the Center for Disability Services has served as a trusted community leader, providing innovative programs and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities here in the Capital Region and North Country. We are committed to empowering individuals to lead full, independent lives, and have served over 12,000 people to date.At the Center, we firmly believe that no job is too small when it comes to making a difference in the lives of people with disabilities. As a team, every employee plays an integral part in our mission to empower individuals and promote independence. Whether you're directly involved in patient care, coordinating programs, managing operations, or providing essential support, your contribution is vital to creating a brighter and more accessible world for those we serve.Join us in our mission to make a difference and shape a more inclusive future.
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