Adaptive Physical Education Teacher & Basketball Coach

Kids for the Future; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids for the Future seeks a dedicated Physical Education Teacher to lead a comprehensive PE program, including adaptive activities, motor skill development, and climbing wall oversight. You will coach the high school basketball team and organize extracurricular physical activities for middle and high school students.

The role is a full-time, 10-month position requiring a 4-year degree and Massachusetts PE licenses. Collaboration with an OT and school staff supports student success and health.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education or related field is required.
• Massachusetts Physical Education License PreK-8 and 5-12 in good standing is required or the ability to obtain.
• 1 year experience teaching physical education in a school setting with a similar student population is required.
• First Aid/CPR and Physical Restraint trainings is required or ability to participate in annual training at beginning of employment and annually or as needed throughout tenure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a physical education program including motor skill development, adaptive physical education activities, and oversight of the climbing wall program.
• Coaching of the high school basketball team and oversight of extracurricular physical activities.
• Collaborate with the occupational therapist and other staff to plan adaptive PE classes and address sensory/motor planning deficits.
• Organize, monitor, and maintain PE equipment and participate in professional development and staff meetings.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education

Massachusetts Physical Education License PreK-8 and 5-12 in good standing

Job description

Kids for the Future seeks a dedicated Physical Education Teacher to lead a comprehensive PE program, including adaptive activities, motor skill development, and climbing wall oversight. You will coach the high school basketball team and organize extracurricular physical activities for middle and high school students.

The role is a full-time, 10-month position requiring a 4-year degree and Massachusetts PE licenses. Collaboration with an OT and school staff supports student success and health.