Physical Education teacher

Arbor Associates; East Longmeadow (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Job summary

Arbor Associates is seeking a licensed Adaptive Physical Education (APE) Teacher for a long-term contract placement at a public school in East Longmeadow, MA. You will design and deliver individualized adaptive physical education to students with diverse needs in a supportive school environment.

You will assess motor skills, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and document progress to inform IEP goals. This role offers a stable schedule and a meaningful impact on student outcomes.

Qualifications

• Licensed Adaptive Physical Education teacher with MA licensure.
• Experience delivering individualized PE to students with diverse needs.
• Ability to collaborate with special education and related service providers.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver individualized adaptive physical education aligned with each student’s IEP goals.
• Assess student motor skills, fitness, and functional movement to inform programming.
• Collaborate with special education teachers, occupational and physical therapists, and related service providers.
• Modify activities and environments to ensure safe, meaningful participation for all students.
• Maintain accurate documentation of student progress and participate in IEP meetings as required.

Skills

IEP collaboration

Differentiated instruction

Motor skills assessment

Classroom management

Education

APE licensure (MA)

Job description

1. Job DetailsHeadline

Adaptive Physical Education Teacher

Location: East Longmeadow, MA (Public School)

Salary Range: Competitive — commensurate with licensure and experience

Employment Type: Long-Term Contract (semester or school year)

2. Description

REASONS TO JOIN ARBOR

• Over 45 Years of Experience — With decades of experience placing education professionals across Massachusetts, we know how to support our staff and set them up for success.
• Compensation:Competitive Pay — Compensation commensurate with licensure and relevant experience.
• Benefits — Eligible employees receive access to health, dental, and vision coverage options.
• Incentive Plan — Coming soon.
• Flexibility:Long-Term Contract — Stable, school-year placement with a clear schedule and supportive team environment.
• Flexible Scheduling — We understand life is dynamic, and we’re here to support your needs.
• Diverse Assignments — We partner with hundreds of programs across education, behavioral health, and allied healthcare, giving you a broad range of future opportunities.
• Available to You:Dedicated Support — You’ll have a dedicated Arbor point of contact at every stage of working with us.
• 24/7 Availability — Our team is on call around the clock to support you.
• Transparent Communication — Prompt, clear communication so you’re never left in the dark.
• Supportive, Respectful Culture — Our field associates are the most important part of our team.
• Tailored Training — We ensure our associates are appropriately prepared for the programs they support.
• Growth:Performance Reviews — Regular feedback and reviews to help you grow professionally.
• Career Pathing / Development — For reliable, dedicated individuals, we offer opportunities for further training and certifications, opening doors to higher-paying positions.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Arbor Associates is seeking a licensed Adaptive Physical Education (APE) Teacher for a long-term contract placement at a public school in East Longmeadow, MA. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students with diverse needs by delivering individualized, inclusive physical education programming in a supportive school environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and deliver individualized adaptive physical education instruction aligned with each student's IEP goals and physical abilities.
• Assess student motor skills, physical fitness, and functional movement to inform programming and track progress.
• Collaborate with special education teachers, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and other related service providers.
• Modify activities, equipment, and environments to ensure safe, meaningful participation for all students.
• Maintain accurate documentation of student progress and participate in IEP meetings as required.