Physical Education Teacher

About the role

The Physical Education Teacher provides direct instruction to students in Physical Education to deliver Framingham Public Schools’ high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, and the achievement of academic proficiency for all learners. The Teacher supports the development of the whole child by addressing academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and mental health needs while adhering to the district’s curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Designs a comprehensive program of study and individual lesson plans aligned with Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and district strategic goals.
• Delivers high-quality instruction using research-based practices to ensure all students achieve grade-level proficiency.
• Utilizes Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles to facilitate active learning and provide multiple entry points for diverse learners.
• Leverages interactive technology and adaptive digital tools to enhance student engagement, accessibility, and personalized learning.
• Creates a safe, inclusive, and culturally responsive gym environment that honors student identity and fosters social-emotional growth.
• Manages gym dynamics by establishing proactive routines and utilizing restorative justice techniques to resolve conflicts and maintain a productive learning atmosphere.
• Implements a balanced system of formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and academic development.
• Provides timely, specific, and growth-oriented feedback to students to guide their mastery of core concepts.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and confidential records of student progress in accordance with district policies and state/federal laws.
• Consults regularly with students, families, and community partners to foster a collaborative approach to student success.
• Participates in PLCs and multidisciplinary teams (Special Education, ESL, Mental Health) to coordinate comprehensive support for students.
• Communicates student progress, challenges, and achievements clearly and promptly to parents and guardians, ensuring language accessibility where needed.
• Collaborates with administration to implement school-wide policies and initiatives that enhance the school culture and student conduct.
• Commits to ongoing professional development, staying current with evidence-based practices and antiracist pedagogical frameworks.
• Participates in staff meetings, serves on committees, and supports extracurricular activities as directed.
• Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for educational support staff and volunteers to maximize their impact on student learning.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Physical Education or a related field required; Master’s Degree preferred.
• Valid Massachusetts Teaching License in Physical Education (Grades PreK-8) or Physical Education (Grades 5-12) (Depending on Grade Level).
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality physical education instruction and managing a diverse classroom/gymnasium environment.
• Experience working in a school district or educational setting is required.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Expertise in integrating SEL frameworks into daily routines to support the "whole child," fostering a safe, inclusive, and trauma-informed culture across all content areas.
• Deep pedagogical knowledge of evidence-based instructional practices (e.g., Foundational Literacy, the 5E Model for STEAM, or Second Language Acquisition) to ensure all students reach grade-level proficiency.
• Ability to utilize restorative justice and conflict transformation techniques to manage classroom behavior and coach colleagues in resolving peer conflicts constructively.
• Skill in aligning daily lesson plans and school-based "Team Time" with the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and District-wide strategic initiatives.
• Mastery of instructional technology (Google Workspace, interactive whiteboards, and content-specific software) to enhance student engagement and facilitate teacher training.
• Ability to lead Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and multidisciplinary teams to bridge the gap between district-level curriculum goals and school-based execution.
• Demonstrated cultural proficiency and competence in fostering an equitable and inclusive district environment for all staff, students, and families.
• Maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance; exhibit professionalism in responding to high-stakes or unpredictable classroom situations.

Skills

• Instructional Coaching & Modeling
• Data-Driven Systemic Support
• Social-Emotional & Trauma-Informed Advocacy
• Content Pedagogy & Foundational Skills
• Restorative Practices & Conflict Transformation
• District-to-School Strategic Alignment
• Adaptive Technology Integration
• Collaborative & Systemic Leadership
• Cultural Proficiency
• Professionalism & Composure

Benefits

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