Job Description

.7 LONG-TERM SUBSTITUTE: ELEMENTARY PHYSICAL EDUCATION & WELLNESS TEACHER

Location: Various elementary schools within Newton Public Schools District Newton MA

Position Type: Long-Term Substitute (Temporary)

Reports To: School Principal/Director of Physical Education Health & Wellness

Start Date: 1/5/2026

End Date: 06/30/2026

Summary

The long-term substitute elementary physical education teacher is responsible for providing a developmentally appropriate comprehensive and inclusive physical education program for students in grades K-5 and Adaptive Physical Education services for students K-12. The successful candidate will foster a positive safe and optimal learning environment that encourages physical literacy healthy decision-making and a lifelong joy of movement. This role requires the ability to follow existing curriculum guidelines manage student behavior effectively and collaborate with staff to support student outcomes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan prepare and deliver daily lessons and activities that align with the established elementary physical education curriculum and state frameworks.
• Create and maintain a safe effective and developmentally appropriate learning environment within the gymnasium and/or other assigned areas.
• Manage student behavior promote self-discipline and ensure a positive and productive classroom climate in accordance with school and district policies.
• Differentiate instruction to address the individual needs and abilities of all students including those with disabilities.
• Assess student progress towards learning objectives and expectations collecting data to document progress and aid in planning.
• Communicate effectively with parents administrators and other professional staff regarding student progress and behavior.
• Cooperate with other staff members (e.g. special education teachers guidance counselors) to identify student needs and collaborate on solutions.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and professional development activities as required for a long-term assignment.
• Maintain accurate student records including attendance and grades.
• Follow all building and district standards policies and procedures including emergency protocols.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students equipment and facilities.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree.
• A valid license in Physical Education from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience with grade-level learning principles.
• Ability to perform essential physical duties including frequently kneeling stooping bending crouching standing and occasionally lifting/carrying equipment up to 25 pounds.
• Consistent reliable and punctual attendance is an essential function of the job.

Desired Qualifications (Preference):

• Demonstrated experience and/or certification in Adapted Physical Education (APE) or working with students with diverse physical abilities and special needs is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with IEP (Individualized Education Program) processes and the ability to develop/implement effective physical education lessons tailored to individual student goals.
• Coursework in physical health and general education topics such as exercise philosophy kinesiology and human development.
• CPR and First Aid certification.

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