Re: Adapted PE

Posted by Kara on 1/19/08

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Hopefully either Paco or Rich can help me. I myself am in a
self-contained school where a variety of disabilites are present
including students with autism, those using wheelchairs/walkers,
those who are mentally-challenged as well as emotionally
disturbed. I don't any expercience in this area and was hoping
someone could help me with what to teach. Anything anyone can
tell me would be great
Thanks


On 11/07/07, Shane Riddle wrote:
> I am a P.E. teacher and it was not very easy finding my first
> job. There is not a big turnover rate for physical education
> teachers. Since you are able to work with the adaptive
> students, it might make it easier to find a job. Good luck
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> On 10/27/07, Paco wrote:
>> On 10/16/07, Rich wrote:
>>> I am inteested in finding an adapted PE job. I have PT
>>> background, and SPED and PE certified. Are there any other
>>> certifications I should have?
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>>> How tough are these positions to get? Any other tips?
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>> Adaptive PE is part of the PE curriculum in my state, not a
>> specific major, though I know it is offered at some
>> universities. Most of the jobs are in regular school
>> districts and some kids are mainstreamed into you classes.
>> But I landed an APE job this year in a self-contained school
>> that includes students who are autistic, used wheelchairs,
>> are mentally-challenged and have emotional disorders. It is
>> very interested and challenging and I love being involved in
>> the Special Olympics, which is part of my job. I think you
>> certifications are fine, more than most would have. Good
>> luck.

Posts on this thread, including this one

• Adapted PE, 10/16/07, by Rich.
• Re: Adapted PE, 10/27/07, by Paco.
• Re: Adapted PE, 11/07/07, by Shane Riddle.
• Re: Adapted PE, 1/19/08, by Kara.