Irene Greenup is a passionate and dedicated Certified Adapted Physical Education Specialist committed to fostering student well-being through inclusive play and adapted sports. She has earned her bachelor's degree in early childhood education from National University and her master's in physical education & Kinesiology from International Alliant University, and she has earned her Certifications: CAPE (Certified Adapted Physical Educator) or local state licensure from Azusa Pacific University. With a background in Adapted Physical Education, Irene combines innovative, student-centered, and positive encouragement techniques to boost self-esteem. She focuses on building rapport with students, helping them develop a lifelong appreciation for health and fitness.  

What is an Adapted Physical Specialist does: 

Provide individualized physical education instruction or services to children, youth, or adults with exceptional physical needs due to gross motor developmental delays or other impairments. 

On the job, I would: 

• Adapt instructional techniques to the age and skill levels of students. 

• Instruct students, using adapted physical education techniques, to improve physical fitness, gross motor skills, perceptual motor skills, or sports and game achievement. 

• Provide individual or small groups of students with adapted physical education instruction that meets desired physical needs or goals.