Adaptive Physical Education Teacher (APE) | Gretna, Louisiana

Step into a rewarding role supporting students’ growth as an Adaptive Physical Education Teacher in a dynamic school environment near Gretna, LA. Bring your passion for inclusive education and make a tangible difference by working with students across multiple school sites. This contract position offers a full-time schedule of 35 hours per week, with the flexibility to consider part-time arrangements (three days per week, seven-hour workdays with a 30-minute lunch and planning periods included) depending on your availability.

Key Qualifications and Desired Experience:

• Valid Physical Education teaching credentials required; Adaptive Physical Education certification is highly preferred.
• Experience providing adaptive PE instruction to students with a variety of needs and abilities.
• Strong organizational abilities and the flexibility to support multiple schools (itinerant position, serving either the East or West Bank).
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel between 2-3 assigned school sites.
• Ability to undergo district credentialing requirements, including a drug screening and fingerprinting.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Deliver adaptive physical education services to a varied caseload, tailoring instruction to meet the unique physical and developmental needs of each student.
• Collaborate with educators, therapists, families, and other professionals to support students’ individualized education plans (IEPs).
• Maintain accurate recordkeeping and progress documentation.
• Engage students across a range of ages and abilities with engaging, goal-oriented activities.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to a positive, collaborative school culture.

Step into the 2026 school year ready to make a significant impact from now through late May. If you are dedicated to student empowerment and appreciate learning in new environments, this opportunity is built for you. Take the next step in your career and submit your application today!

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