Professional Development training:
Effective Strategies for Paraprofessionals in GPE and APE
This 60-minute professional development training is designed specifically for paraprofessionals to deepen their understanding of roles and responsibilities in both General PE and Adapted PE settings.
Paraprofessionals play a vital role in supporting students with diverse abilities in PE—yet their role is often unclear or underutilized. This session will provide practical tools, proven strategies, and ready-to-use resources that will empower paraprofessionals to support teachers and students more effectively.
What paraprofessionals will learn:
- The importance of Physical Education for student growth, development, and inclusion
- The various roles paraprofessionals can play in PE settings
- Effective communication strategies to support student success
- Key responsibilities of paraprofessionals in PE
- PE-specific visual supports and reinforcement techniques
- Strategies to encourage and enhance student engagement
Training format:
- Duration: 60-minute professional development session
- Instructor: Expert Adapted PE Specialist, Charlie Rowe
- Delivery: OnDemand access for self paced learning
- Resources: Includes downloadable visuals, handouts, and practical tools
- Certification: Certificate of Completion provided for professional learning hours
Meet your Instructor: Charlie Rowe
Charlie Rowe is an Adapted Physical Education Specialist who has partnered with over 170 schools across Illinois to strengthen inclusion and instructional practices in General and Adapted PE. With extensive experience supporting teachers, paraprofessionals, and students, Charlie delivers practical, real-world strategies that educators can apply immediately. His training style is clear, collaborative, and focused on building confidence in creating effective and inclusive PE environments.
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Available for purchase by school or district administrators through individual user license agreements, with per-user pricing starting at $75. Discounts are available for larger staff orders.
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