Job Details

Physical Education Teacher

Position Number: 6285877
Location: Worcester, MA
Position Type: Health - Physical Education & Kinesiology

JOB TITLE
Physical Education Teacher

LOCATION
Worcester

DEPARTMENT NAME
Mass Academy - JM

DIVISION NAME
Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Mass Academy is seeking a part-time Physical Education Teacher to lead weekly PE classes that promote wellness, fitness, and healthy habits for high-achieving high school students. This temporary, on-site role supports our commitment to student well-being and balance during the fall semester.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Develop and implement a comprehensive PE curriculum that promotes physical fitness, health education, teamwork, and stress relief.
Foster a welcoming and inclusive environment where students of all fitness levels feel safe and motivated to participate.
Emphasize individual and cooperative activities that complement Mass Academy's focus on student well-being and balance.
Encourage lifelong healthy habits through varied physical activities such as cardio and team sports.
Collaborate with staff to align wellness programming with broader school initiatives.
Maintain appropriate safety standards and supervision in all physical activities.
Uphold and model the values of respect, equity, and responsibility in every aspect of instruction and student interaction.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Physical Education, Health, or related field (Master's preferred).
Massachusetts teaching licensure in Physical Education (grades 5-12) or eligibility for licensure.
Experience teaching high school students, particularly in a nontraditional or academically advanced setting, is a plus.
Strong communication, classroom management, and organizational skills.
A passion for wellness education and commitment to supporting the whole student.

FLSA STATUS
United States of America (Non-Exempt)

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.

To apply, visit: https://wpi.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WPI_External_Career_Site/job/Worcester/Physical-Education-Teacher_R0003183

About WPI
WPI is a vibrant, active, and diverse community of extraordinary students, world-renowned faculty, and state of the art research facilities. At WPI, we have competitive and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, long-term care, retirement, tuition assistance, flexible spending accounts, work-life balance and much more.

Diversity & Inclusion at WPI
WPI is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected; a place where every student, faculty and staff member can be themselves, so that they can study, live, and work comfortably, to reach their full potential, and make meaningful contributions in order to meet departmental and institutional goals. WPI thrives on innovative practice and welcomes diverse perspectives, insight, and people from diverse lived experiences, to enhance the community environment and propel the institution to the next level in a competitive, global marketplace.