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Journal of Physical Education, Recreation and Dance

 Issue: May/June 2005

Paraeducators in Physical Education
Cindy Piletic, Ronald Davis, & Amy Aschemeier

Abstract:
Paraeducators have long been employed in the classroom, but their services have not yet been fully put to use in the gymnasium. With the ever-increasing number of physically and mentally challenged students enrolled in general education classes, paraeducators are becoming an essential part of any physical education class. This article explores the various uses of a paraeducator in the gymnasium and explains how they can best aid physical educators. The authors stress that the working relationship between paraeducators and physical educators must include much discussion and clearly defined expectations.

Article category: Inclusion