Developmental/Adaptive Physical Education

Sourcewell; Town of Deer Creek (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Wadena-Deer Creek Schools seeks a full-time Developmental/Adaptive Physical Education teacher for a K-4 assignment starting October 2026. The district serves a growing student body with a strong emphasis on individualized instruction and collaborative planning.

The role includes implementing curriculum aligned with district goals, using The Catalyst Approach for behavior support, and partnering with families to support student growth and success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or related discipline required.
• Master's degree in related area preferred.
• State Certification as an Elementary Teacher preferred or required by state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develops and administers elementary curriculum aligned with district goals.
• Creates safe, conducive environment for individualized and small group instruction.
• Designs lesson plans and learning experiences to maximize instructional time.
• Assesses student learning and adapts instruction to meet diverse needs, including special education.
• Maintains accurate records of student achievement and attendance per district procedures.
• Communicates effectively with parents and coordinates with other staff.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or related discipline

Master's degree in related area (preferred)

State Certification for Elementary Teacher

Job description

Developmental/Adaptive Physical Education JobID: 7869

• Position Type: Elementary School Teaching
• Date Posted: 9/14/2026
• Location: Wadena-Deer Creek Elementary School
• Date Available: 10/15/2026
• Closing Date: 10/01/2026

Developmental/Adaptive Physical Education

Position Purpose

Wadena-Deer Creek Schools have an opening for a full timeelementaryDAPE teacher to begin in October2026. WDCElementaryhas a recentlyrenovated campus that serves approximately 420 K-4 students in class sizes thataverage less than 24 students. We have a strong team approach to teaching and learning and putting the student's needs first.

Successful candidates would get extensive training/coaching on The Catalyst Approach (formerly ENVoY). TheCatalyst Approach is the foundation of our school wide behavior plan and our approach to making healthy connections with kids.

Essential Functions

• Develops and administers school elementary curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the c school system.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinates with other elementary professional staff members, especially within grade level, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
• Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs.

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of elementary school curriculum and concepts.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Preferred applicants with background in Path to Reading Excellence in School Sites (PRESS) and Advantage Math Recovery (AVMR) interventions and the interests or ability to work as an advisor or coach will be strongly considered.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Works in standard office and school building environments.

Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.

Qualifications Profile

• Certification/License:
• [State] State Certification as an Elementary Teacher
• [State] State Certification in the appropriate grade level preferred.

Education

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in Elementary Education or related discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Masters Degree in related area preferred.

Experience

Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade levels a plus.

FLSA Status: Exempt