Adaptive Physical Education Teacher

Methuen Public School District; Methuen (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Methuen Public School District is seeking an Adaptive Physical Education Teacher for district-wide coverage. The role requires MA licensure as a Teacher of Physical Education and experience with adaptive physical education and students with special needs.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree preferred and a proven teaching track record. The district emphasizes inclusive access to physical education and flexible, creative lesson design for diverse learners.

Qualifications

• Licensed in Massachusetts as a Teacher of Physical Education.
• Master's Degree Preferred.
• Previous successful teaching experience.
• Experience with adaptive physical education and/or working with students with special needs.
• Outstanding preparation and/or experience may be substituted for some of the above qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Instruct effectively in the program of physical education and adapt lessons for students with special needs.
• Provide access for all students to physical education and related activities.
• Understand the special education eligibility process and procedures, particularly as they relate to adaptive physical education.
• Be flexible, imaginative, and creative to provide interesting and meaningful opportunities for students.

Skills

Adaptive physical education

Experience with special needs

Creative instruction

Education

Massachusetts teaching license (PE)

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Title: Adaptive Physical Education Teacher - District Wide

Qualifications

• Licensed in Massachusetts as a Teacher of Physical Education
• Master's Degree Preferred
• Previous successful teaching experience
• Experience with adaptive physical education and/or working with students with special needs
• Outstanding preparation and/or experience may be substituted for some of the above qualifications

General Responsibilities

The successful candidate for this position should be able to instruct effectively in the program of physical education and adapt lessons for students with special needs. He or she should understand the importance of providing access for all students to physical education and related activities. He or she should possess an understanding of the special education eligibility process and procedures, particularly as they relate to adaptive physical education. He or she should also possess the ability to be flexible, imaginative, and creative in order to provide interesting and meaningful opportunities for students.

Salary: $60,253 - $113,226 pro-rated

Based on training and experience according to the current salary schedule as negotiated by Unit A of the Methuen Education Association.

The Methuen Public Schools prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, disability, gender identity, religion, national origin or sexual orientation and ensures that all students and employees have equal rights of access and equal enjoyment of the opportunities, advantages, privileges and courses of study.