Teacher, Physical Education K-4 (Long Term Substitute)

Shaughnessy Elementary School PreK-4; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaughnessy Elementary School PreK-4, part of Lowell Public Schools, seeks a licensed Physical Education teacher for a long-term substitute assignment for K-4. The teacher reports to the Principal of Record, with employment expected from November 2026 through June 2027.

Responsibilities include curriculum alignment, instructional planning, assessment, classroom management, and collaboration with grade team and parents to support student learning and equity in opportunity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required or equivalent.
• Certification valid for MA teaching licensure is required.
• SEI endorsement/ESL licensure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Remain up to date regarding curriculum content.
• Plan instruction effectively.
• Plan assessment of student learning effectively.
• Monitor students’ understanding of the curriculum and adjust instruction as needed.
• Create a positive learning environment and maintain safety and behavior standards.
• Be a reflective and continuous learner.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Certification valid for service as a teacher in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

SEI endorsement/ESL licensure preferred

Job description

Teacher, Physical Education K-4 (Long Term Substitute)

Lowell Public School District Shaughnessy Elementary School PreK-4 - Lowell, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5918913
Application Deadline: Oct 18, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Re-Posted: Yesterday
Starting Date: Nov 3, 2026

Job Description

LOWELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS, LOWELL, MASSACHUSETTS

REPORTS TO: Principal of Record

EFFECTIVE DATE OF EMPLOYMENT: November 2026 - June 2027

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Remain up to date regarding curriculum content.
• Plan instruction effectively.
• Plan assessment of student learning effectively.
• Monitor students’ understanding of the curriculum effectively and adjusts instruction, materials or assessments when appropriate.
• Create an environment that is positive for student learning and involvement.
• Maintain appropriate standards of behavior, mutual respect and safety.
• Make learning goals clear to students.
• Use appropriate instruction techniques.
• Use appropriate questioning techniques
• Evaluate, try innovative approaches and refines instructional strategies, including the effective use of technologies, to increase student learning and confidence in ability to learn.
• Communicate learning goals and high standards and expectations to students.
• Promote confidence and perseverance in the student that stimulate increased personal student responsibility for achieving the goals of the curriculum.
• Strive to ensure equitable opportunities for student learning.
• Demonstrate appreciation for and sensitivity to the diversity among individuals.
• Be constructive and cooperative in interactions with parents and receptive to their contributions.
• Share responsibility for accomplishing the goals and priorities of his/her grade/team/department, building and school district.
• Be a reflective and continuous learner.
• Comply with School Committee policies, contractual agreements, state and federal laws and regulations.
• Work cooperatively with colleagues, administrators and other school personnel.

REQUIREMENTS

• Salary per years of experience and education level pursuant to pay schedule within Collective Bargaining Agreement.

• Certification valid for service as a teacher in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

• SEI endorsement/ESL licensure preferred

• Bachelor’s Degree.

• Experience with appropriate age group.

Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Physical Education

Contact Information

• Jason McCrevan , Principal
• Shaughnessy Elementary School PreK-4
• Email: [e-mail]