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

Teacher – Physical Education, Gr. K-6 (Long-Term Substitute – Anticipated Vacancy – SY26-27)

Boston Public Schools (BPS) 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. BPS is committed to high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, academic proficiency for all students, and closing the achievement gap among subgroups.

Reports to: Principal/Head of School

Teach Physical Education to students in grades K-6.

• Accountability for Student Achievement
  • Sets ambitious learning goals for all students, creates cognitively demanding tasks, and models the belief that all students can master challenging material through effective effort.
  • Assesses students’ understanding regularly, takes ownership of necessary instruction adjustments to reach goals despite setbacks.
  • Passionate and optimistic about students, content, and the teaching profession.
• Communicating Content Knowledge
  • Demonstrates mastery of and enthusiasm for the content area and pedagogy.
  • Shows how subject matter applies in real-world settings and connects to other content areas and standards.
  • Conveys content creatively and engagingly in alignment with standards.
• Equitable & Effective Instruction
  • Scaffolds and differentiates instruction so all students can engage in rigorous academic work.
  • Uses practices that challenge, motivate, and engage all students, fostering equitable, active participation.
  • Builds a productive learning environment where every student participates and is valued.
• Cultural Proficiency
  • Creates and maintains an environment respecting students’ diverse backgrounds, identities, strengths, and challenges.
• Parent/Family Engagement
  • Engages with families and builds collaborative, respectful relationships to support student learning.
• Professional Reflection & Collaboration
  • Reflects on practice, seeks and responds to feedback, demonstrates self-awareness and commitment to continuous learning.
  • Participates in and contributes 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 for licensing and being Highly Qualified.
• Show ability to meet the Standards of Effective Teaching established by BPS.
• Current authorization to work in the United States; must have such authorization by first day of employment.

• Experience teaching in urban schools.
• Fluency in one of BPS's official languages:
  Spanish, Creole (Cape Verdean), Creole (Haitian), Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, or Somali adds value.
• Certification in Moderate Disabilities and/or English as a Second Language at relevant grade levels.

Terms: BTU, Group I.

As a Long-Term Substitute, the starting date will be 10/13/2025 and the end date 04/13/2027. Substitute teachers are hired per diem at the per diem rate of pay.

The Boston Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class. BPS does not tolerate retaliation, bias-based intimidation, or harassment that demeans individuals or interferes with their ability to work or learn.