Adapted Physical Education (APE) Instructor

Linden Oaks; Buena Park (CA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time salaried position

School calendar: 205 days per year

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Linden Oaks is seeking an Adapted Physical Education Instructor to support students with disabilities on a school-based schedule in Buena Park, CA. You will design individualized movement activities, adapt equipment, and monitor progress within IEP goals.

This full-time role requires a California credential for Adapted Physical Education, strong collaboration with teachers and families, and a commitment to inclusive education. The position offers a structured calendar and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Adapted Physical Education or related field; master's preferred.
• California teaching credential or authorization for Adapted Physical Education as required by regulations.
• Knowledge of adapted physical education, motor development, IEP process, and special education requirements.
• Ability to assess student needs and translate findings into meaningful goals, adaptations, and instructional strategies.
• Strong organization, documentation, communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• At least one year of related experience and experience supporting students with diverse disabilities; valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized and group adapted physical education instruction aligned with student IEP goals and objectives.
• Develop engaging lesson plans supporting motor development, physical fitness, coordination, independence, and participation.
• Adapt activities, equipment, instructional strategies, and environments to meet diverse student abilities and support needs.
• Conduct assessments related to motor development, functional movement, physical education, and student participation.
• Develop measurable APE goals, monitor student progress, and prepare timely assessment and progress reports.
• Participate in IEP and student-support meetings as the adapted physical education specialist.
• Collaborate with educators, paraprofessionals, related service providers, administrators, families, and school district personnel.
• Promote student inclusion in school-wide physical education, recreation, movement-based activities, and events.
• Maintain safe, structured, inclusive learning environments and properly maintained APE equipment and resources.
• Provide consultation and guidance to support staff and share strategies to generalize movement and participation skills across environments.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Adapted Physical Education

Kinesiology/Physical Education or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Position:Adapted Physical Education (APE) Instructor

Location: Buena Park, CA

Job Id:208

# of Openings:1

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Adapted Physical Education (APE) Instructor

Help people communicate, connect, and participate more fully across school, home, and community life.

Location: Linden Oaks Campus, Buena Park, CA

Compensation: $45,570-$67,620 annual salary ($31-$46 scheduled-hour equivalent; DOE + credential)

Schedule: Monday-Friday, school-based schedule

Status: Full-Time, exempt

Work Calendar: School calendar, 205 days per year (1,435 scheduled hours)

Reports To: Assistant Director of Related Services

Help Every Student Experience the Power of Movement

At Linden Oaks, the Adapted Physical Education Instructor creates individualized opportunities for students with disabilities to develop motor skills, physical wellness, independence, and meaningful participation. You will provide specialized instruction aligned with student IEPs and thoughtfully adapt activities, equipment, and environments to meet a wide range of abilities and support needs. This is a hands‑on, student-centered role for an educator who believes physical education should be accessible, engaging, and empowering. Working alongside teachers, paraprofessionals, related service providers, families, and school partners, you will help students build skills, confidence, and greater access to school and recreational experiences.

What You'll Do

• Provide individualized and group adapted physical education instruction aligned with student IEP goals and objectives.
• Develop engaging lesson plans that support motor development, physical fitness, coordination, independence, and participation.
• Adapt activities, equipment, instructional strategies, and environments to meet diverse student abilities and support needs.
• Conduct assessments related to motor development, functional movement, physical education, and student participation.
• Develop measurable APE goals, monitor student progress, and prepare timely assessment and progress reports.
• Participate in IEP and student‑support meetings as the adapted physical education specialist.
• Collaborate with educators, paraprofessionals, related service providers, administrators, families, and school district personnel.
• Promote student inclusion in school‑wide physical education, recreation, movement‑based activities, and events.
• Maintain safe, structured, inclusive learning environments and properly maintained APE equipment and resources.
• Provide consultation and guidance to support staff and share strategies that help students generalize movement and participation skills across environments.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Adapted Physical Education, Kinesiology, Physical Education, or a related field; master's degree preferred.
• A valid California teaching credential or authorization permitting service in Adapted Physical Education, as required by California regulations.
• Knowledge of adapted physical education, motor development, the IEP process, and applicable special education requirements.
• The ability to assess student needs and translate findings into meaningful goals, adaptations, and instructional strategies.
• Strong organization, documentation, communication, collaboration, and problem‑solving skills.
• At least one year of related experience and experience supporting students with diverse disabilities are preferred; a valid driver's license is required.

Why Linden Oaks?

• A full-time, salaried position with a scheduled‑hour equivalent of $31-$46, based on experience and credential.
• A predictable Monday‑Friday school calendar with 1,435 scheduled hours annually.
• The opportunity to design creative, individualized movement experiences across a wide range of student abilities.
• Daily collaboration with educators, paraprofessionals, and an interdisciplinary team of related service professionals.
• Meaningful work that promotes student health, confidence, independence, access, and inclusion.
• Opportunities for professional development and continued growth in evidence‑based adapted physical education practices.

What to Expect

This is an active, campus-based position performed across classrooms, gymnasiums, playgrounds, recreational areas, and community settings. The role requires frequent movement and the ability to demonstrate and support physical activities; sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, and kneel; respond appropriately to student health, behavioral, and safety needs; and lift, carry, position, or move equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds. Work may include varying weather, temperatures, and noise levels. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace

Linden Oaks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusion and consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, or any other status protected by applicable law.