Physical Education Teacher Jobs in Massachusetts

A Physical Education Teacher in an elementary school setting plays a crucial role in promoting physical activity and healthy lifestyle habits to young children. They plan and deliver instructional programs that facilitate the development of motor skills, strength, body coordination, and knowledge of rules and strategies for various sports and physical activities. In addition to creating fun and engaging lessons, they also assess students' abilities, provide instructions and feedback, and encourage active participation and sportsmanship. They may also coordinate school-wide physical activities or sports events and ensure safety protocols are observed during physical education classes.

Professionals in this role should possess strong communication skills, patience, creativity, and knowledge of child development and age-appropriate physical activities. They are typically required to have a bachelor's degree in physical education or a related field, along with a teaching license or certification. Additional certifications, like CPR and First Aid, are also beneficial. Prior to becoming a Physical Education Teacher, individuals could have roles as a teacher's assistant, after-school program coordinator, or sports coach, which provide valuable experience in working with children and managing group activities.

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Long Term Permanent Substitute Physical Education Teacher High School 2024/2025

  • Burlington, MA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Burlington, MA
  • 21 hours ago

Long Term Permanent Substitute Physical Education Teacher to cover a leave of absence - 2024/2025 School: Burlington High School Position: Permanent Substitute Physical Education Teacher Requirements...

Physical Education Teacher

  • Brockton, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Brockton, MA
  • 1 day ago

Physical Education Teacher Brockton Public Schools BPS - Brockton, Massachusetts Job Details Job ID:5019788 Application Deadline:Posted until filled Posted:Mar 5, 2025 Starting Date:Immediately Job...

Adapted Physical Education Teacher (APE)

  • Boston, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 3 days ago

The Stepping Stones Group is hiring an Adapted Physical Education Teacher to join our team in schools in Boston, MA!...

Elementary School Physical Education Teacher

  • Springfield, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Springfield, MA
  • 7 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS: Highly qualified with required competency in the content area; and Appropriate content/ program area educator license (Physical Education) and grade level (PreK-8) licensure from the...

LCSW Behavioral Health Educator

  • Boston, MA
  • 10 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 10 days ago

CenterWell LCSW Behavioral Health Educator in Boston , Massachusetts Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first Healthcare isn't just about health anymore. It's about...

Middle School Physical Education Teacher

  • Boston, MA
  • 11 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 11 days ago

Your Impact Teaching Responsibilities Teach Physical Education and Health to Middle School students Collaborate with department members on curriculum refinement and implementation; Design and implement...

Summer 2025 Title I High School Credit Recovery Program Physical Education Teacher (4-6 Positions) Responsibilities : Provide grade level work within content area for credit recovery (approximately...

Long Term Substitute: Physical Education Teacher

  • Pembroke, MA
  • 15 days ago
  • Pembroke, MA
  • 15 days ago

Long Term Substitute: Physical Education Teacher Pembroke Public Schools North Pembroke Elementary - Pembroke, Massachusetts Job Details Job ID:5003531 Application Deadline:Posted until filled Posted...

SY25-26 Impact Prep Middle School Physical Education Teacher

  • Springfield, MA
  • 16 days ago
  • Springfield, MA
  • 16 days ago

Grades: 6-8 Math Teacher Full Time Start Date: Immediate Base Salary: Up to $90,424 and commensurate with experience Job Responsibilities Educator responsibilities in SEZP include: Enacting...

Lead Physical Education Teacher

  • Lynn, MA
  • 16 days ago
  • Lynn, MA
  • 16 days ago

The ideal candidate is experienced in curriculum development and lesson planning in physical education....

Health Educator-South Central Region

  • Webster, MA
  • 18 days ago
  • Webster, MA
  • 18 days ago

About: Labcorp is a leading provider of biometric testing services, population health and comprehensive workforce wellness strategies. These services are performed by a network of Labcorp...

Health Educator - Northeast Region

  • Boston, MA
  • 29 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 29 days ago

About: Labcorp is a leading provider of biometric testing services, population health and comprehensive workforce wellness strategies. These services are performed by a network of Labcorp...

Middle School and High School Physical Education Teacher

  • Springfield, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Springfield, MA
  • 30+ days ago

We support our teaching staff with mentors such as instructional leadership specialists and effective educator coaches to work with them throughout the year in lesson planning, data analysis and management...

Physical Education Teacher

  • Brookline, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brookline, MA
  • 30+ days ago

The physical education teacher is a member of the schools Lower Division and reports to the Lower Division Head....

Physical Education Teacher

  • Acton, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Acton, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description Who We Are Looking For: Are you the Physical Education Teacher we have been looking for?...

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Salary for Physical Education Teacher Jobs in Massachusetts

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Physical Education Teacher positions.



Highest Education Level

Physical Education Teachers in Massachusetts offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
50.4%
Master's Degree
37.2%
High School or GED
3.3%
Doctorate Degree
3.2%
Associate's Degree
2.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.4%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Physical Education Teachers in Massachusetts
Less than 1 year
44.4%
None
24.1%
1-2 years
14.0%
2-4 years
9.0%
10+ years
2.5%
4-6 years
2.5%
6-8 years
2.2%
8-10 years
1.4%


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