Adaptive PE Teacher

Sylvania; Ionia (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ionia County Intermediate School District is seeking an Adaptive Physical Education Teacher to provide high quality, specially designed instruction for students with disabilities, including ASD and cognitive impairments, at Freedom Acres and other ISD sites.

The role emphasizes planning activities that meet individual needs in the least restrictive environment, collaboration with general education teams, and meaningful involvement of families and community partners.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Michigan teaching certificate with SP and MX/MB endorsements.
• Meet requirements for adaptive physical education under MI AR for SPED (R.340.1797).
• Strong knowledge of IEP development related to Adaptive PE.
• Interpersonal skills to foster positive relationships with students, families, staff and the community.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality, specially designed adaptive physical education for students with disabilities (ASD, SCI, SEI, moderately cognitive impairments).
• Plan classroom-based recreational activities considering individual needs, LRE, and community resources.
• Engage general education students in planned activities and coordinate with school staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Michigan teaching certificate with SP and MX/MB endorsements

Compliance with Michigan AR for Special Education rules R.340.1797

IEP development knowledge for Adaptive PE

Job description

Come Join Our Team!

Position: Adaptive Physical Education Teacher

Salary Range: $50,133 - $94,040; based on the IIEA Master Agreement

Affiliation: Ionia Intermediate Education Association (IIEA)

Reports To: Freedom Acres Principal

Date Posted: August 12, 2026

Start Date: ASAP

Application Deadline: Until Filled

About The Role

To provide high quality, specially designed instruction of organized adaptive physical education for students with disabilities. This role will focus on students with ASD, SCI, SEI and moderately cognitive impairments at Freedom Acres as well as other ISD operated programs in other locations. The right candidate will plan recreational activities on a classroom basis that take into account individual needs and capabilities of the student, LRE considerations, community resources, carry-over potential outside the school setting and involvement of general education students in planned activities.

Qualifications Desired

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with SP (Physical Education for Students with Disabilities) and MX or MB (Physical Education) endorsements
• Must meet the requirements for teachers of students requiring adaptive physical education under the Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education (R. 340.1797)
• Competency in the content area of service as well as knowledge of IEP development related to the area of Adaptive PE
• Interpersonal skills which promote positive personal relationships with students, parents, staff and community is required

About Us

The staff, administration and Board of Education of the Ionia County Intermediate School District are dedicated to collaborating:

• With students, parents, and district residents,
• With local and other intermediate districts, and
• With community partners and state agencies,

to provide quality services and exemplary leadership in support of superior teaching and learning throughout the District.

Why Join Ionia County ISD

• Collaborative and supportive environment
• Opportunities for personal and career growth
• Impactful work
• Competitive Compensation

Notice of Non-Discrimination

The Ionia County Intermediate School District and its Board of Education shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, disability, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

Ionia County Intermediate School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer