Physical Education Teacher (Victory Learning Center)
OLV Human Services•Lackawanna, NY
•Onsite
About The Position
Victory Learning Center Program is expanding and seeking a Physical Education Teacher to create a supportive environment where students of all abilities can participate in physical activities, improve motor skills, and enhance physical fitness. Our programs offer specialized educational services for students diagnosed with Autism or a Cognitive Disability paired with a mental health diagnosis. We serve students aged 5-21 who are residentially placed or referred through their local school district's Committee on Special Education.
Requirements
- Requires the ability to utilize computer systems and software necessary to perform position functions.
- Requires effective oral/written communication and interpersonal skills for interactions with various individuals both internal and external to the program.
- Must be able to deal tactfully and effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to work well in a team environment.
- Significant problem solving and diagnostic skills with the ability to quickly analyze situations and adopt an effective course of action.
- Ability to handle stressful and sensitive situations in a professional manner.
- Physical Education & Health Bachelor’s degree required
- Initial NYS Teaching Certification in Physical Education
- New Hire Orientation
- SCIP-R
- Ukeru
- CPR
Nice To Haves
- master’s degree preferred
- 1-2 years of working with individuals with Autism, Intellectual Disability and/or mental health involvement is preferred
Responsibilities
- Provides an educational climate that encompasses success, independence, a productive atmosphere, and provides students with encouragement, safety and stimulation.
- Completes weekly lesson plans based on a developmentally appropriate curriculum which follows the New York State Educational Department Learning Standards.
- Prepares lessons and other instructional materials to meet individual needs of the students.
- Demonstrate adequate knowledge of: subject matter- Physical Education, ability to think critically, and individualize instruction.
- Promote fitness, coordination, balance, strength, and social interaction through adaptive activities.
- Implement Classroom Behavior Management Plan (Tier 1) and any student specific Tier 2 or Tier 3 Interventions.
- Act as a team leader of classroom staff including assistants, therapists and social workers.
- Communicate effectively with parents (through notebooks, phone calls, conferences, district meetings, communication app, etc.)
- Complete quarterly progress reports on all students that are distributed to parents and the school districts.
- Maintain student confidentiality within HIPPA/FERPA and agency guidelines.
- Any other duties assigned by supervisor
Benefits
- Paid School Breaks (approximately 7 weeks!)
- Paid Holidays
- Additional Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health, dental (free insurance options!) & vision insurance options
- Paid Employer sponsored life insurance
- Supplemental insurance programs for additional life insurance, short-term disability, accident & cancer insurance
- Up to $600 savings every year for completing biometric health screenings on a single health insurance plan & up to $1,200 if a spouse completes too!
- OLV Tuition Reimbursement up to $7,200
- Qualifying Non-For-Profit for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program
- Dental & Outpatient Mental Health services
- Up to $180 annual gym reimbursement
- Employee referral program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
