Health​/PE Teacher - Substitute

Position:
Health/PE Teacher – Substitute (Grades 9, 10, 12; Weight Training)

Location:

Northborough, Massachusetts – Algonquin Regional High School

Reports to: Building Principal

Starting Date: August 27, 2026

Job : 5803602

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: June 25, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

A Health and Physical Education teacher provides a developmentally appropriate program for students, teaching grades 9, 10, and 12, and a Weight Training course. The teacher develops and delivers instruction aligned with established curriculum frameworks; adapts lessons and activities to meet diverse student needs and abilities; assesses student learning and provides feedback; collaborates with colleagues and administrators to support student success;

and communicates with parents/guardians regarding instructional programs and student progress.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• A valid license in Health from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Consistent and on-time attendance is required for supervision and instruction of the students

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s Degree
• Curriculum experience in health and general education topics, human development and educational psychology
• Demonstrated experience with grade-level learning principles

• Creates and maintains an effective and developmentally appropriate learning environment for students
• Prepares daily lessons and activities
• Manages student behavior to provide a safe and optimal classroom climate
• Differentiates instruction for the purpose of providing an effective program that addresses individual need
• Collects data to document student progress and aid in planning
• Assesses student progress towards learning targets, objectives, and expectations
• Provides feedback on progress to students, parents, and administration
• Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve social, emotional and learning problems
• Collaborates with colleagues to improve student outcomes
• Follows specific standards, policies, and procedures of the building and the district
• Attends and participates in faculty meetings and professional development activities
• Consistent and on-time attendance is required for supervision and instruction of the students
• Other duties as needed

Work is performed in school environments.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing up to 20 pounds
• Sufficient mobility to navigate within a large school building

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $115 per day

Job Categories:

• Classroom Teacher – Health
• Classroom Teacher – Physical Education

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Brian Mawson, Dept. Head, Health and Fitness
• Algonquin Regional High School
• Phone:
• Email: bmawson.ma.us

Northborough-Southborough Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability or any other class protected by law. Recruitment of diverse staff is highly valued. Individuals needing assistance with application should contact the district Human Resources office.