Teacher - Physical Education, Gr. K-6 Part-time .Long-Term Substitute; SY

Job Summary

THIS IS A LONG-TERM SUB POSITION that is expected to start on 11/03/2025 and end on 02/06/2026. Please note that all substitute teachers are hired as per diem subs, even when placed in long-term assignments. All substitutes begin at the per diem rate of pay. For further information about becoming a BPS sub, please refer to our website (https://).

Boston Public Schools seeks an exceptional Physical Education Teacher who is highly qualified and knowledgeable to join our community of teachers, learners, and leaders. This is an exciting opportunity for teachers who desire to serve where their efforts matter. In BPS, the teachers and leaders are committed to the vision of high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, the achievement of academic proficiency for all students, and the closing of the achievement gap among subgroups within the schools.

BPS is a great place for those who seek to work in an environment that supports their creativity and innovation and respects their skills and abilities as a teacher.

Reports to:

Principal/Head of School

Teach:
Physical Education

• Accountability for Student Achievement
  • Set ambitious learning goals for all students, create cognitively demanding tasks, and model the belief that all students can master challenging material through effective effort.
  • Assess students’ understanding regularly with ambitious learning goals in mind and take ownership of making necessary adjustments to instruction to reach goals despite setbacks.
  • Passionate and optimistic about students, content, and the teaching profession.
• Communicating Content Knowledge
  • Demonstrate mastery of and enthusiasm for the content area and pedagogy it requires.
  • Demonstrate understanding of how the subject matter applies in real-world settings and connect it to other content areas and relevant standards.
  • Convey content in creative and engaging ways that align to standards.
• Equitable & Effective Instruction
  • Scaffold and differentiate instruction so all students can do complex thinking and rigorous academic work.
  • Use instructional practices that challenge, motivate, and engage all students and facilitate equitable, active student participation.
  • Build a productive learning environment where every student participates and is valued as part of the class community.
• Cultural Proficiency
  • Actively create and maintain an environment in which students’ diverse backgrounds, identities, strengths, and challenges are respected.
• Parent/Family Engagement
  • Engage with families and build collaborative, respectful relationships with them in service of student learning.
• Professional Reflection & Collaboration
  • Regularly reflect on practice, seek and respond to feedback, and demonstrate self‑awareness and commitment to continuous learning and development.
  • Participate in and contribute to a collaborative adult learning community.

• Education: Hold a Bachelor's degree.
• Hold a Massachusetts Teaching License in Physical Education at the appropriate level.
• Meet all state and federal guidelines to be fully licensed and Highly Qualified.
• Ability to meet the Standards of Effective Teaching established by BPS.
• Current authorization to work in the United States. Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment.

The start and end times of BPS schools vary, as do the lengths of the school day. Some BPS schools have a longer school day through the "Schedule A" Expanded Learning Time (ELT) agreement.

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