HEALTH TEACHER - ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Young World Physical Education; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Westfield is seeking a qualified Health Teacher for the elementary level for the 2026-2027 school year. This full-time position includes teaching various physical fitness skills and maintaining student safety.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and be certified as a health teacher by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. The position offers a salary range of $50,000 to $98,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Certified or certifiable as a health teacher by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Citizenship or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Teach knowledge and skills in physical fitness and individual or team sports.
• Evaluate pupils' growth in physical skills and knowledge.
• Supervise pupils in out-of-classroom activities.

Skills

Teaching physical education

Curriculum development

Individualized instruction

Education

Bachelor degree preferred

Certified or certifiable in health

Job description

HEALTH TEACHER - ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Job ID: 5721426

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 18, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

Westfield Public Schools is seeking qualified applicants for a Health Teacher at the elementary level for the 2026-2027 school year.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach knowledge and skills in physical fitness, rhythms and dance, and individual, dual, or team sports, utilizing course of study adopted by the Westfield School Department, and appropriate curriculum publications as guidelines in teaching individual course content.
• 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 in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil, to the extent feasible.
• Teach physical education classes for handicapped pupils as necessary.
• Provide appropriate safety instruction and make safety checks on equipment and field areas to ensure the overall safety of pupils.
• 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 in team sports.
• Communicate with parents and school counselors on pupil progress.
• Identify pupil needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district 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: $50,000 to $98,000 Per Year

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Physical Education

School Overview

Welcome to Southampton Road School, Westfield River Elementary School. Our school educates approximately three hundred students in grades K-4 in a safe and nurturing environment. At Southampton Road School we strive to individually empower students to grow to their fullest potential both personally and academically. Our learning community is comprised of a knowledgeable and caring staff who welcome family and community involvement.

Job Requirements

• QUALIFICATIONS: Certified or certifiable as teacher in health by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is encouraged; dual licensure is preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Jill Phelan
• 34 Western Ave
• Westfield, Massachusetts 01085
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]