Adapted Physical Education Teacher at Westminster School District
About the Employer
WSD Vision: Leading the way as the premier Pre K-8th grade school district in Orange County, CA by providing exceptional and innovative experiences where all learners thrive. WSD Mission: It is our collective responsibility to educate and empower all students to pursue excellence through a distinctive, rigorous, and engaging academic experience. The Westminster School District, located in West Orange County, operates 17 schools: 13 elementary sites, three middle schools, and one site which provides infant, toddler and preschool programs. The District has approximately 1,100 employees. The Westminster School District is recognized for high academic achievement and serves about 7,900 students, grades Preschool-8th. The district offers a broad scope of supplemental instructional programs including four dual immersion programs, GATE academy, music and band, exploratory STEAM/Coding programs, and state-of-the-art science and art facilities. Modern library-media centers, integration of technology, and specialized instruction help provide a well-balanced and rigorous curriculum to support students in becoming innovative, critical thinkers who readily adapt to a rapidly changing 21st-century environment.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Teaches physical education to special education students; i.e., physically handicapped, learning handicapped, communicatively handicapped, orthopedically handicapped, severely handicapped, blind, and other handicapped.
Requirements / Qualifications
Single Subject Physical Education Credential or Multiple Subject Credential with an added Adapted Physical Education Authorization required.
Credential: Please attach a detailed copy of the credential from the CTC
- Certification (CSET, MSAT, etc.)
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy (Single Subject Physical Education Credential or Multiple Subject Credential with an added Adapted Physical Education Authorization required)
- English Learner Authorization (If notated on your credential please attach detailed copy of credential from the CTC, if not please submit appropriate documentation)
- Letter of Introduction (personal letter of introduction stating reasons for interest in the Westminster School District and your unique qualifications that make you the ideal candidate for the position)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three signed letters dated within one year, one of which is from your current supervisor)
- Resume (Professional resume providing biographical background information about educational preparation, experience, and achievements)
- Test Results/Materials (CBEST)
Requirements / Qualifications
Single Subject Physical Education Credential or Multiple Subject Credential with an added Adapted Physical Education Authorization required.
Credential: Please attach a detailed copy of the credential from the CTC
- Certification (CSET, MSAT, etc.)
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy (Single Subject Physical Education Credential or Multiple Subject Credential with an added Adapted Physical Education Authorization required)
- English Learner Authorization (If notated on your credential please attach detailed copy of credential from the CTC, if not please submit appropriate documentation)
- Letter of Introduction (personal letter of introduction stating reasons for interest in the Westminster School District and your unique qualifications that make you the ideal candidate for the position)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three signed letters dated within one year, one of which is from your current supervisor)
- Resume (Professional resume providing biographical background information about educational preparation, experience, and achievements)
- Test Results/Materials (CBEST)
Comments and Other Information
The Adapted Physical Education (APE) Specialist Credential allows an individual to teach special needs students who are precluded from participating in a general education physical education program or a specially designed physical education program, as determined by the local-level special education assessment. The APE Specialist Credential is an add-on credential for the holder of a valid prerequisite credential
Comments and Other Information
The Adapted Physical Education (APE) Specialist Credential allows an individual to teach special needs students who are precluded from participating in a general education physical education program or a specially designed physical education program, as determined by the local-level special education assessment. The APE Specialist Credential is an add-on credential for the holder of a valid prerequisite credential
Application Deadline
7/6/2026 4:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
6/29/2026
Contact
Melynda Bezzina
714-894-7311 x 1165
714-894-7311 x 1165
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay dependent on experience
Add'l Salary Info
Placement will be on the Teacher's Salary schedule located on District website
Length of Work Year
10-month; 186 days
Employment Type
Full Time