Physical Education Special Education Teacher
UHS
Summary
Innovations Academy is looking for a dynamic Special Education Teacher to join our team! Under the direction of the Principal, the Physical Education Teacher provides physical fitness training and health related programming to students with developmental and emotional disabilities.
Job description
The Physical Education Teacher must be able to implement appropriate IEP goals, organize school recreational events and promote programming that will enable the students to reach their fullest educational potential while rebuilding their self-esteem.
The ability to teach health and driver's education (classroom only) is preferred in order to provide credit opportunities for our students. This position may supervise the paraprofessional aides who accompany the students to the gymnasium.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree preferred
- LBS1 Endorsement required
- 1-3 years experience in a therapeutic day school preferred with focus on health and fitness
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Diplomacy and discretion essential
- Excellent organizational skills
- Professional demeanor and appearance required
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Prescription Drug Plan
- 401(k) Matching
- Discounted Stock Plan
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing
- Paid Time Off
- Pet Insurance
- Career Development Opportunities
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.