Job Title
Teacher - Physical Education, K-12
Supervisor: Principal or Designee
Start Date
- July 1, 2026 -
- June 30, 2027
- Position: Full-Time, 11 Months
Hours
Compensation
Codman Academy Charter Public School follows a compensation scale based on years of direct experience. 1 year experience starts at $62,000, with 13 years direct experience (MA15) starting at $121,504 annually.
Position overview
Codman Academy Charter Public School seeks a dynamic K-12 Physical Education (PE) Teacher to lead a high-quality, inclusive physical education program aligned with the Open Physical Education Curriculum (OPEN PE). The ideal candidate will foster a love for movement, teamwork, and lifelong fitness, while promoting physical, social, and emotional well-being. The PE teacher will provide developmentally appropriate instruction, incorporating skills-based learning, cooperative activities, and health-focused fitness strategies for students across all grade levels.
Key Responsibilities
- Curriculum & instruction
- Design and implement engaging, standards-based PE lessons using the OPEN PE Curriculum, emphasizing skill development, teamwork, and fitness.
- Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners, including students with disabilities and English Language Learners (ELLs).
- Foster a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment that encourages student participation and personal growth.
- Integrate social-emotional learning (SEL) strategies to support students' self-regulation, cooperation, and resilience.
- Assess student progress using formative and summative assessments, focusing on skill mastery, effort, and personal fitness goals.
- Health & wellness promotion
- Promote lifelong health, fitness, and wellness by educating students on physical activity, nutrition, and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Implement activities that emphasize movement exploration, cardiovascular fitness, strength training, and flexibility across all grade levels.
- Encourage teamwork, sportsmanship, and personal goal-setting through structured activities and cooperative games.
- Collaboration & school engagement
- Work closely with classroom teachers, special educators, and school counselors to integrate physical education with broader learning goals.
- Organize school-wide fitness events, field days, and intramural activities to engage students in physical activity beyond the classroom.
- Build strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues to promote a culture of health and wellness throughout the school.
- Maintain inventory of PE equipment and ensure a safe environment for all activities.
Qualifications: & experience
Required
Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Kinesiology, Health Education, or a related field.
Massachusetts teaching certification in Physical Education (PreK-12).
Experience teaching PE in a K-12 setting with diverse student populations.
Strong knowledge of child development, motor skills, and differentiated instruction.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor to support student learning and overall school success.
Preferred
Experience implementing the Open Physical Education (OPEN PE) curriculum.
Background in adaptive physical education to support students with disabilities.
Knowledge of restorative practices, SEL integration, and trauma-informed teaching strategies.
CPR and First Aid Certification.
Salary Range: Based on cacps scale
Why join codman academy?
Codman Academy is a mission-driven charter school committed to fostering academic excellence, character development, and whole-child wellness. As a PE Teacher, you will empower students to develop a lifelong appreciation for movement, teamwork, and personal well-being in a supportive and engaging learning environment.
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and references detailing their experience and outlining their qualifications and commitment to Codman Academy’s mission.
