Physical Education Teacher, Grades PK-8, Amigos

Physical Education Teacher, Grades PK-8, Amigos Cambridge Public Schools Amigos School - Cambridge, Massachusetts This job is also posted in Cambridge Public Schools Job Details

Job ID:

5699529

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Re-Posted:

Today

Starting Date:

Sep 1, 2026 Job Description

Position:

Physical Education Teacher, Grades PK-8, 2 Positions Available

Health & Physical Education Department/Amigos Two-Way Immersion School Amigos School Community:

La Escuela Amigos está dedicada a una sólida tradición de excelencia en la educación bilingüe del inglés y el español. Located in the Cambridgeport neighborhood, Amigos is a comprehensive PK - 8 school. Amigos welcomes students from diverse neighborhoods and cultural backgrounds. Through school-community collaborations, Amigos strives to provide quality out-of-school-time programs that foster linguistic and cultural connections. Two-way immersion develops high levels of academic achievement, bilingualism, and cultural competencies among students and contributes to the long-term preparation of students for the global economy. Bringing culturally diverse students together in situations in which each has equal status spurs motivation and promotes cohesion, community building, and cooperation.

Health, Physical Education, and Wellness Department Overview:

Cambridge Public School's Health, Physical Education, and Wellness Department is dedicated to creating supportive learning spaces where all students are known, celebrated, empowered, and thrive. Students will receive relevant learning opportunities that develop the skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary to be healthy and physically active. These experiences will support students to be engaged in exploring, creating, and advocating for meaningful changes at the individual and societal level. We also recognize that certain groups have been historically marginalized, resulting in significant health and educational disparities. In working to uphold the district's overarching mission, we are committed to: Anti-racism, social justice, and racial equity by working with community partners to address the needs of youth, families, and educators of color Promoting inclusiveness, valuing diversity, and creating a culturally responsive curriculum within our department Upon completion of our program, students will develop competence in a variety of skills, which include motor skill development, self-efficacy, advocacy, and empowerment to take control of their health and engage in lifelong efforts to maintain and enhance their individual and community health and wellness.

The Opportunity:

The CPS Health, Physical Education, and Wellness Department, along with the Amigos School, seeks a Physical Education teacher to join our caring and innovative community. The successful candidate will have experience in planning and implementing Physical Education instruction in accordance with the Massachusetts Health Curriculum Framework and the SHAPE America Physical Education Standards. The candidate will be responsible for teaching the Cambridge Public Schools Physical Education curriculum with skill and fidelity. As a professional, the teacher will display a collegial spirit that supports and enhances continual professional growth consistent with the educational goals and philosophies of the Cambridge Public Schools. Moreover, the candidate will be fully committed to continuous learning, improvement, reflection, and working together to ensure that all students achieve at high levels.

Your Skill Set:

As the incoming Physical Education/Health Teacher, you will possess many, though perhaps not all, of the following characteristics and qualifications: Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.

Experience and/or education in:

physical education Massachusetts Certification in PreK-8 Physical Education. Awareness of the developmental needs of elementary and adolescent learners and the strategies to meet those needs through the curriculum. Strong classroom management skills. Previous and successful experience working in a multicultural environment and demonstrated implementation of culturally responsive practices that includes students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, alongside the ability to establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships with a diverse staff and student body. A strong work ethic, alongside a commitment to doing whatever it takes for students to excel.

Preferred:

High levels or native language proficiency in Spanish, including listening, speaking, reading, grammar, and writing. How to

Join Our Team:

Apply online at www.cpsd.us. Please upload a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position and stating how you heard about this opportunity. At the Cambridge Public Schools, we are committed to cultivating an environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced, acknowledging that a team reflecting diversity of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, and veteran status allows us to serve our communities better. To that end, we welcome and encourage applicants to bring their authentic selves when considering employment opportunities within our school district.

Position Type:

Full-Time