HEALTH TEACHER

Young World Physical Education; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 49,564 - 99,440; Full time

Job summary

Westfield Middle School in Westfield, MA is seeking a Health Teacher for grades 7 and 8. Responsibilities include delivering health and physical education, promoting citizenship, and collaborating with PE staff to create a balanced program.

The role requires MA teaching certification in Health/Family and Consumer Science and Physical Education, with duties including safety supervision and curriculum development. Salary ranges are posted and competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Certified teacher in Health/Family and Consumer Science and Physical Education.
• Ability to supervise and manage students in classroom and gym.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Teach health and physical education to grades 7 and 8 following the Westfield School Department curriculum.
• Instruct students on citizenship and communication skills as part of the course of study.
• Collaborate with other physical education teachers to plan a balanced program.
• Assess student growth and communicate progress to parents and counselors.

Education

Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education teaching certification for Health/Family and Consumer Science (All) and Physical Education (PreK-8)

Job description

HEALTH TEACHER

Westfield Public Schools, Westfield Middle School – Westfield, Massachusetts

Job Details

• Job ID: 5828994
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jul 13, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

Westfield Middle School is seeking qualified applicants to serve as the Health Teacher for grades 7 and 8.

Job Summary

• Teach knowledge and skills in physical fitness, health education, rhythms and dance, and individual, dual, or team sports using the course of study adopted by the Westfield School Department and appropriate curriculum publications.
• Instruct pupils in citizenship, basic communication skills, and other general elements of the course of study common to all teachers, as specified in state law, administrative regulations, and procedures of the school district.
• Work cooperatively with other physical education teachers in planning a balanced physical education program.
• Analyze, demonstrate, and explain basic skills, knowledge, and strategies of formal sports, games, rhythms, and fundamentals of body movement.
• Provide individualized and small‐group instruction to adapt the curriculum to each pupil’s needs, to the extent feasible.
• Teach physical education classes for handicapped pupils as necessary.
• Provide appropriate safety instruction and conduct safety checks on equipment and field areas to ensure students’ safety.
• Maintain control of storage and use of school‑owed property.
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive environment in the physical education areas.
• Evaluate pupils’ growth in physical skills, knowledge, and contribution to team sports.
• Communicate with parents and school counselors about pupil progress.
• Identify pupil needs and cooperate with other professional staff to assess and help pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Maintain professional competence through district in‑service education activities and self‑selected professional growth activities.
• Supervise pupils in out‑of‑classroom activities during the assigned work day.
• Participate in curriculum development programs as required.
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the building principal or the Superintendent of Schools.

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

Salary and terms of employment will be commensurate with the Westfield Public Schools Unit A contract. Salary placement will be based on information contained in the application as submitted.

Performance on this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Westfield School Committee policy on evaluation.

Position Type: Full‑time

Salary: $49,564 to $99,440 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Work is generally conducted within the school building. Ability to travel throughout the building is necessary. The position involves sitting and the ability to move from one classroom to another. Work is light in nature with regular lifting of up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds with some pulling or pushing or reaching above. Frequent use of hands to operate keyboards, telephones, and other office equipment. Regular attendance is essential.
• Certified as a teacher of Health/Family and Consumer Science (All) and Physical Education (PreK‑8) by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Jesse McMillan, Principal
• 30 West Silver Street
• Westfield, Massachusetts 01085
• Phone: 413‑568‑1900
• Email: [e-mail]

Map

Westfield Middle School – 30 West Silver Street, Westfield, MA 01085