Adapted Aquatics Specialist for Visually Impaired Students

WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA SCHOOL FOR BLIND CHILDREN

Pittsburgh (Allegheny County)

On-site

USD 48,000 - 55,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA SCHOOL FOR BLIND CHILDREN is seeking a full-time aquatic education specialist to develop and implement an adapted aquatics program for students with visual impairments and multiple disabilities. The role focuses on safety, individual program design, and collaboration with instructional staff to support student progress.

The ideal candidate will hold PA Health & Physical Education certification at the elementary/secondary level, possess an MS in Adapted Physical Activity and

Qualifications

PA Instructional Level II Health & Physical Education PreK-12 required.
MS in Adapted Physical Activity with proper certifications.
American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification required or preferred.

Responsibilities

To work closely with the department and program teams to continually improve the program for each student.
To implement adapted aquatics program and conduct adapted aquatic program for students with visual and multiple disabilities.
To assess individual and group needs in the pool and design instruction to meet student needs in collaboration with support personnel.
To develop and implement individual education programs (IEP) designed to meet the needs of each student.
To provide a safe and well organized pool environment.
To measure students' skill attainment and report to parents and education supervisors.
To use specialized and adapted materials/equipment and submit appropriate paperwork recommending purchases.
To inform and direct instructional aides accordingly.
To attend and participate in team meetings, staff meetings and professional in-service and training sessions.
To perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor, Executive Director, or Designee.

Skills

Adapted Physical Education

Student assessment

Team collaboration

Education

PA Instructional Level II Health & Physical Education PreK-12

MS in Adapted Physical Activity - Certified Adapted Physical Educator; Certified Disability Sport Specialist

American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor

Job description

The ideal candidate will hold PA Health & Physical Education certification at the elementary/secondary level, possess an MS in Adapted Physical Activity and

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