ETS, Physical Education Teacher, G&P

Cambridge Public Schools; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambridge Public Schools is seeking an Extended Term Substitute, Physical Education Teacher (Graham & Parks) in Cambridge, MA. The role focuses on delivering Physical Education per SHAPE America standards, while collaborating with general, special, and related services staff to support students of diverse abilities.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s in Physical Education; Massachusetts PK-8 PE certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher with coursework in Physical Education
• Experience in elementary Physical Education preferred
• Massachusetts Certification in PK-8 Physical Education preferred

Responsibilities

• Teach Physical Education to students following SHAPE America standards and Massachusetts frameworks.
• Collaborate with physical education, general education, special education, and related services staff.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate educational plans based on individual IEP needs.
• Administer formal and informal assessments and analyze data for IEP goals/objectives.
• Maintain reports, data collection, inventory, and department duties.

Skills

Direct PE instruction

Special education support

IEP data analysis

Team collaboration

Multisensory instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Education

Massachusetts PK-8 PE certification preferred

Job description

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ETS, Physical Education Teacher, G&P

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Job Details

Job ID: 5942419
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 28, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Oct 7, 2026

Job Description

Position: Extended Term Substitute, Physical Education Teacher

Available October 2026 through January 2027

Graham & Parks School/Health, Physical Education, and Wellness Department

Graham & Parks School Community:

Graham & Parks School is a vibrant, multicultural, multilingual learning community located in Cambridge, MA. At Graham & Parks, we take pride in the richness of our school’s diversity and foster equity, antiracism, and inclusion. Our students come from all over the world and speak over 30 languages.

We are committed to a child-centered, interdisciplinary approach to teaching and learning where all children feel safe and a sense of belonging. We work hard to strike the right balance of support and challenge for each child . The work that students, faculty, and staff engage in can be characterized by collaboration, perseverance, and risk-taking. Our goal is to ensure each child thrives.

Health, Physical Education, and Wellness Department Overview:

Cambridge Public School's Health, Physical Education, and Wellness Department is dedicated to creating supportive learning spaces where all students are known, celebrated, empowered, and thrive . Students will receive relevant learning opportunities that develop the skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary for healthy, physically active living.

These experiences will support students to be engaged in exploring, creating, and advocating for meaningful changes at the individual and societal levels. We also recognize that certain groups have been historically marginalized, resulting in significant health and educational disparities. In working to uphold the district's overarching mission, we are committed to:

• Anti-racism, social justice, and racial equity by working with community partners to address the needs of youth, families, and educators of color
• Promoting inclusiveness, valuing diversity, and creating a culturally responsive curriculum within our department

Upon completion of our program, students will develop competence in a variety of skills, which include motor skill development, self-efficacy, advocacy, and empowerment to take control of their health and engage in lifelong efforts to maintain and enhance their individual and community health and wellness.

The Role:

The Health, Physical Education, and Wellness (H/PE) department seeks an Extended Term Substitute, Physical Education Teacher to join our team. The Physical Education teacher will be responsible to the Coordinator of Health and Physical Education and to the principal of the school to whom they are assigned. The Physical Education teacher will teach Physical Education according to the SHAPE America National Physical Education Standards, and the Massachusetts Health Curriculum Frameworks. The Physical Education teacher will utilize accepted H/PE department strategies for developing physical skills and abilities of students with all abilities. The Physical Education teacher will work collaboratively with physical education, general education, special education, and related services staff to ensure that students with disabilities have positive educational outcomes.

Your Skill Set:

As the incoming Extended Term Substitute, Physical Education Teacher, you will possess many, though perhaps not all, of the following characteristics and qualifications:

• Strong ability to provide direct physical education/ special education services to students with disabilities
• Strong ability to provide explicit instruction and/or support in motor skill development and social-emotional behavior.
• Develop specialized equipment, goals, and objectives for the purpose of improving students` motor skills.
• Provide instruction to students using systematic, structured, and multisensory approaches to learning.
• Prepare, implement, and evaluate educational plans for each student based on individually assessed needs and in accordance with district/department procedures.
• Collaborate with physical education, general education, special education, and related service teachers and staff
• Administer formal and informal assessments and analyze data to inform decisions regarding IEP goals/objectives, learning approaches/content, and support
• Accommodate and modify for student learning and support the general education teacher with the implementation of appropriate accommodations in the general education setting
• Ensure implementation of the student’s Individualized Education Plan
• Assume responsibility for all reports, data collection, inventory, and purchasing, as well as other duties as may be designated by the Coordinator of Health and Physical Education.
• Collaborate and provide guidance to instructional aides who are providing support for physical education students

Other Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university with appropriate coursework in Physical Education
• Successful teaching experience and/or education in elementary Physical Education
• Massachusetts Certification in PK-8 Physical Education is preferred

Salary: In accordance with Cambridge Teacher's Association Unit D Salary Schedule.

At the Cambridge Public Schools, we are committed to cultivating an environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced, acknowledging that a team reflecting diversity of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, and veteran status allows us to serve our communities better. To that end, we welcome and encourage applicants to bring their authentic selves when considering employment opportunities within our school district.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Cambridge Public Schools
• 135 Berkshire Street
• Cambridge, Massachusetts 02141
• Email: [e-mail]