Classroom Coordinator-Center for Autism

THE KING; Columbia (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The King’s Daughters’ School is seeking a dedicated Lead Adapted Physical Education teacher in Columbia, TN. You will plan and lead adaptive PE activities to improve fitness, motor skills and engagement for students with developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities include assessing abilities, creating individualized lessons, maintaining documentation, and collaborating with staff and families to support growth. Bachelor’s degree required; valid driver’s license and stamina are also expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required (any field).

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead adaptive physical education activities that promote fitness, motor skills and student engagement.
• Assess student abilities and develop lessons supporting individualized goals and skill development.
• Create a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment that encourages participation and success.
• Track student progress, maintain required documentation, and collaborate with staff and families to support student growth.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Lead fun, meaningful PE activities that help students with autism improve fitness, build confidence, and achieve personal goals.Shift-Mon-Fri 7am-3pm (40 hrs/week)Key Responsibilities:Plan and lead adaptive physical education activities that promote fitness, motor skills, and student engagement.Assess student abilities and develop lessons that support individualized goals and skill development.Create a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment that encourages participation and success.Track student progress, maintain required documentation, and collaborate with staff and families to support student growth.No experience with developmental disabilities? No problem! We prefer candidates with some background, but we're willing to train the right person who shows genuine interest and dedication.What we need from you:Bachelor's degree required (any field, but bonus points if it matches your focus area)Valid Driver's license requiredPhysical stamina (you'll be active, not stuck in a chair)Able to pass drug screen and background checks (no felonies, no abuse, assault, or neglect convictions)Dependable- a consistent routine is important for our clientsWilling to complete TB skin test and work physical upon hireApply today and discover how rewarding it feels to make a real difference.Our Mission: The King’s Daughters’ School promotes independence through educational, residential and community services for individuals with developmental disabilities, continuing a 100-year legacy of service.Our Vision: The King’s Daughters’ School will improve the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities through caring, goal-oriented service delivered by dedicated staff in a safe, warm learning environment.The King’s Daughters’ School is a drug-free workplace.The King’s Daughters’ School is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Employee should make employer aware of any request for accommodations in a timely manner, either upon hire or as soon as need for accommodation arises.