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Adapted Physical Education Specialist at Santa Clara County Office Of Education

Application Deadline

7/31/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

Date Posted
7/17/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$81,490.65 - $152,166.20 Annually
Length of Work Year
185 Days / 11 Months
Employment Type
Full Time

Job Summary

Job Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Principal - Special Education, provides regularly scheduled Adapted Physical Education for students enrolled in special education classes.

Requirements / Qualifications

CERTIFICATION AND EDUCATION - Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; - California Teaching Credential with the Adapted Physical Education Authorization KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE - Demonstrated knowledge and experience in teaching gross motor, perceptual motor and sensory motor development; - Knowledge of and ability to provide instruction to physically handicapped populations; - Ability to communicate successfully with parents and staff; - Exhibits the ability to diagnose, assess, prescribe and evaluate the motor needs of individual pupils.

Please only attach the following materials to your application: - Letter of Introduction (Cover Letter) - Professional Resume - Three (3) signed Letters of recent Recommendation, including one (1) from your current supervisor - Copies of Official Transcripts, copies of evaluated transcripts are required for candidates who have attended colleges/universities outside of the United States (official/sealed transcripts must be provided upon hire) - Copies of Credential(s) or copy of temporary county certificate (TCC) ***ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY THE APPLICATION DEADLINE*** While it is preferred that required documents are attached to your application, if you are unable to do so, please forward by email to hr_recruitment@sccoe.org. Khushwinder Gill, Ed.D. Assistant Superintendent - Personnel Services Santa Clara County Office of Education 1290 Ridder Park Drive, MC 264 San Jose, CA 95131 Email: HR_Recruitment@sccoe.org ***ONLY CANDIDATES WHO SUBMIT COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKETS WILL BE CONSIDERED***

Requirements / Qualifications

CERTIFICATION AND EDUCATION - Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; - California Teaching Credential with the Adapted Physical Education Authorization KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE - Demonstrated knowledge and experience in teaching gross motor, perceptual motor and sensory motor development; - Knowledge of and ability to provide instruction to physically handicapped populations; - Ability to communicate successfully with parents and staff; - Exhibits the ability to diagnose, assess, prescribe and evaluate the motor needs of individual pupils.

Please only attach the following materials to your application: - Letter of Introduction (Cover Letter) - Professional Resume - Three (3) signed Letters of recent Recommendation, including one (1) from your current supervisor - Copies of Official Transcripts, copies of evaluated transcripts are required for candidates who have attended colleges/universities outside of the United States (official/sealed transcripts must be provided upon hire) - Copies of Credential(s) or copy of temporary county certificate (TCC) ***ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY THE APPLICATION DEADLINE*** While it is preferred that required documents are attached to your application, if you are unable to do so, please forward by email to hr_recruitment@sccoe.org. Khushwinder Gill, Ed.D. Assistant Superintendent - Personnel Services Santa Clara County Office of Education 1290 Ridder Park Drive, MC 264 San Jose, CA 95131 Email: HR_Recruitment@sccoe.org ***ONLY CANDIDATES WHO SUBMIT COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKETS WILL BE CONSIDERED***

Comments and Other Information

HEALTH, WELFARE, AND OTHER BENEFITS: The Santa Clara County Office of Education takes pride in offering a benefits program that provides flexibility for the diverse and changing needs of our employees. We provide eligible employees with valuable benefits options including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Employee Health and Wellness Program, including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Resources
  • Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
  • California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) or California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)
  • 403b or 457 Retirement Accounts
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
Benefit and Retirement information may vary depending on the bargaining unit. Full-time employees (30 hrs.+/ weekly) are offered free dental and vision coverage for themselves and eligible dependents. Most medical plans are offered at no cost to employees and their eligible dependents. For more information, please visit our benefits page: Employee Benefits Non-Discrimination Statement The Santa Clara County Office of Education prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying based on actual or perceived race or ethnicity, gender/sex (including gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and pregnancy-related medical conditions) sexual orientation, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, immigration status, physical or mental status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age (40 and above), genetic information, political belief or affiliation (not union related), a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation in any program or activity it conducts or to which it provides significant assistance. Please direct concerns to: Khushwinder Gill, Ed.D. Assistant Superintendent - Personnel Services 1290 Ridder Park Drive San Jose, CA 95131-2304 kgill@sccoe.org

Comments and Other Information


HEALTH, WELFARE, AND OTHER BENEFITS: The Santa Clara County Office of Education takes pride in offering a benefits program that provides flexibility for the diverse and changing needs of our employees. We provide eligible employees with valuable benefits options including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Employee Health and Wellness Program, including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Resources
  • Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
  • California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) or California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)
  • 403b or 457 Retirement Accounts
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
Benefit and Retirement information may vary depending on the bargaining unit. Full-time employees (30 hrs.+/ weekly) are offered free dental and vision coverage for themselves and eligible dependents. Most medical plans are offered at no cost to employees and their eligible dependents. For more information, please visit our benefits page: Employee Benefits Non-Discrimination Statement The Santa Clara County Office of Education prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying based on actual or perceived race or ethnicity, gender/sex (including gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and pregnancy-related medical conditions) sexual orientation, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, immigration status, physical or mental status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age (40 and above), genetic information, political belief or affiliation (not union related), a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation in any program or activity it conducts or to which it provides significant assistance. Please direct concerns to: Khushwinder Gill, Ed.D. Assistant Superintendent - Personnel Services 1290 Ridder Park Drive San Jose, CA 95131-2304 kgill@sccoe.org