Adapted Physical Education Specialist

Crystal Springs Inc.; Freetown (MA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Crystal Springs Inc. in Assonet, Massachusetts is seeking a full-time Adaptive Physical Education Specialist to develop and coordinate PE programs for students with IEPs, and to work with a multidisciplinary team to meet comprehensive needs.

The role involves record keeping, evaluations, supervising A.P.E. aides, and ensuring proper equipment and safety in aquatic and classroom contexts. Bachelor degree preferred with citizenship/residency or work visa required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Experience in adaptive physical education is beneficial.
• Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams and students with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and coordinate adaptive physical education programs for students per IEPs.
• Create specialized exercise plans for adults as needed.
• Coordinate with Physical/Occupational/Speech-Language Therapists and Special Education Director.
• Maintain accurate records of progress and evaluations.
• Supervise A.P.E. aides and oversee equipment inventory.

Skills

Adaptive physical education

Record keeping

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor degree

Job description

Crystal Springs Inc. - Assonet, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5888390

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 17, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

• Developing, implementing, and coordinating the physical education lessons/programs for students as designated through their Individual Educational Plans (IEPs);
• Developing specialized exercise plans for adults;
• Working in conjunction with the Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Speech/Language Pathologist and Special Education Director in order to ensure that the comprehensive needs of the students/individuals are met through an integrated approach;
• Record keeping, annual/triennial evaluations, and classroom/residential consultation;
• Maintaining and keeping accurate inventory of all equipment;
• Directly supervising all A.P.E. Aides.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Special Education > Adaptive Physical Education

Special Education > Excessive Needs/Severe/Profound Disabilities

Job Requirements

• Complete assessments/evaluations including goal and individualized fitness program development for each student;
• Perform individual and/or group adaptive physical education treatment sessions in accordance with the Curriculum Frameworks;
• Provide creative input for departmental growth and development to supervisor;
• Keep accurate records of each individual student’s progress;
• Oversee the pool area and aquatic sessions and consult with maintenance department as needed;
• Provide consultative service to the residential and/or recreation staff;
• Provide inservice as needed;
• Recommend and obtain appropriate adaptive equipment;
• Supervise and provide direction for A.P.E. Aides as related to A.P.E. department; including overseeing and insuring proper training (behavior plans, Supportive and Protective Device Plan, etc.);
• Consistently model expectations and exercise responsibilities in such a way as to reinforce the philosophy of care, regulations, program policies and procedures.
• Provide training to the A.P.E. Aides, including the Curriculum Frameworks and MCAS testing;
• Attend and participate in interdisciplinary team meetings as requested;
• Attend and participate in departmental staff meetings;
• Meet EEC/DESE requirements for inservice including related total hours (24 hours per year)
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Alda Binsaid
• 38 Narrows Rd
• Assonet, Massachusetts 02702
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]