Adaptive PE Teacher: Inspire Inclusion & Movement

Birch Agency; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

PTO

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Birch Agency is seeking an Adaptive Physical Education Teacher in Detroit, MI to support students with disabilities in developing motor, fitness, recreation, and sports skills. The role emphasizes individualized instruction, collaboration, and advocacy to promote inclusion and lifelong wellness.

The position requires a valid Michigan Teaching Certificate and SP Endorsement, along with knowledge of adapted PE practices.

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate required.
• Special Education (SP) Endorsement required.
• Knowledge of adapted physical education practices.
• Experience with diverse physical, cognitive, and developmental needs preferred.
• Strong communication, collaboration and organizational skills.
• Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams, students, and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized adapted physical education instruction and services per IEPs.
• Assess motor competency, fitness, recreation, and sports skills.
• Develop and implement individualized PE goals and plans.
• Collaborate with teachers, service providers, administrators and families.
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to evaluations and progress monitoring.
• Adapt activities and environments to ensure access and participation.
• Maintain documentation and progress reports.
• Promote inclusive participation in PE programs and extracurricular activities.
• Coordinate and support Special Olympics participation when assigned.
• Foster a safe, positive learning environment.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Michigan Teaching Certificate

SP Endorsement

Job description

Birch Agency is seeking an Adaptive Physical Education Teacher in Detroit, MI to support students with disabilities in developing motor, fitness, recreation, and sports skills. The role emphasizes individualized instruction, collaboration, and advocacy to promote inclusion and lifelong wellness.

The position requires a valid Michigan Teaching Certificate and SP Endorsement, along with knowledge of adapted PE practices.