Adaptive Physical Education (APE) Teacher

Care Options for Kids; Lancaster (OH); On-site; USD 59,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

401(k)

Paid Time Off

CEUs

Referral program

Professional development assistance

Mentor

Job summary

Care Options for Kids in Lancaster, OH is seeking an Adapted Physical Education (APE) teacher to assess individual students and develop, adapt, and implement specialized physical education programs in the motor domain.

This role is designed for educators who are skilled, adaptable, and committed to meeting students where they are, supporting inclusive learning and student success in a collaborative school-based setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Education, Special Education, or related field from an accredited university.
• Holds or is eligible for a valid teaching license with an endorsement in Adaptive Physical Education or related area.
• Strong organizational and instructional planning skills.
• Ability to adapt curriculum for diverse learning needs.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license.

Skills

Org. skills

Instructional planning

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Education or Special Education

Job description

Adaptive Physical Education Teacher (APE)– School-Based Services

Location: Lancaster, OH

Schedule: School-Based | Daytime Hours

Pay: 43-48 per hour

A Role That Supports Inclusive Learning and Student Success

At Care Options for Kids, our Adapted Physical Education (APE) teacher is an educationally trained professional who can assess individual students and develop, adapt, and implement specialized physical education programs in the motor domain.This role is designed for educators who are skilled, adaptable, and committed to meeting students where they are.

Care Options for Kids Benefits

• $43-$48/Hour


• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance


• Life, LTD, and STD coverage


• Supplemental insurance options


• 401(k) once eligible


• Paid Time Off (PTO)


• Continuing education units (CEUs)


• Referral program


• Professional developmentassistance


• Discipline-specific mentor


• Access to an online community of clinicians and educators

Support That Helps You Succeed in Schools

• Collaborative school-based team environment


• Ongoing support from special education leadership and school partners


• Resources and guidance to support instructional planning and classroom management

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Education, Special Education, or related field from an accredited university or college.


• Holds or is eligible for a valid teaching license with an endorsement in Adaptive Physical Education or related area.


• Strong organizational and instructional planning skills


• Ability to adapt curriculum for diverse learning needs


• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills


• Ability tomaintainconfidentiality of student information


• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto liability insurance

Application Open Through:8/31/26

Care Options for Kids is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.