sport-therapist/references/tasks.md

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.