# Tasks & work activities — sport therapist

Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 25-2059.01 (Adapted Physical Education Specialists).

## Task statements

- **[Core]** Review adapted physical education programs or practices to ensure compliance with government or other regulations.
- **[Core]** Request or order physical education equipment, following standard procedures.
- **[Core]** Write reports to summarize student performance, social growth, or physical development.
- **[Core]** Attend in-service training, workshops, or meetings to keep abreast of current practices or trends in adapted physical education.
- **[Core]** Write or modify individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with intellectual or physical disabilities.
- **[Core]** Provide students positive feedback to encourage them and help them develop an appreciation for physical education.
- **[Core]** Provide individual or small groups of students with adapted physical education instruction that meets desired physical needs or goals.
- **[Core]** Prepare lesson plans in accordance with individualized education plans (IEPs) and the functional abilities or needs of students.
- **[Core]** Maintain thorough student records to document attendance, participation, or progress, ensuring confidentiality of all records.
- **[Core]** Maintain inventory of instructional equipment, materials, or aids.
- **[Core]** Evaluate the motor needs of individual students to determine their need for adapted physical education services.
- **[Core]** Establish and maintain standards of behavior to create safe, orderly, and effective environments for learning.
- **[Core]** Communicate behavioral observations and student progress reports to students, parents, teachers, or administrators.
- **[Core]** Assist in screening or placement of students in adapted physical education programs.
- **[Core]** Assess students' physical progress or needs.
- **[Core]** Advise education professionals of students' physical abilities or disabilities and the accommodations required to enhance their school performance.
- **[Core]** Adapt instructional techniques to the age and skill levels of students.
- **[Core]** Provide adapted physical education services to students with intellectual disabilities, autism, traumatic brain injury, orthopedic impairments, or other disabling condition.
- **[Core]** Instruct students, using adapted physical education techniques, to improve physical fitness, gross motor skills, perceptual motor skills, or sports and game achievement.
- **[Core]** Collaborate with other educational personnel to provide inclusive activities or programs for children with disabilities.

## Detailed work activities

- Administer tests to assess educational needs or progress.
- Advise educators on curricula, instructional methods, or policies.
- Assess educational needs of students.
- Assist students with special educational needs.
- Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge.
- Collaborate with other professionals to develop education or assistance programs.
- Determine operational compliance with regulations or standards.
- Develop strategies or programs for students with special needs.
- Discuss problems or issues with supervisors.
- Discuss student progress with parents or guardians.
- Document lesson plans.
- Encourage students.
- Establish rules or policies governing student behavior.
- Evaluate effectiveness of educational programs.
- Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.
- Maintain student records.
- Modify teaching methods or materials to accommodate student needs.
- Order instructional or library materials or equipment.
- Prepare reports detailing student activities or performance.
- Teach physical education.