Job Description

Physical Education Teacher - Long Term Substitute, 6-8

Duration: January 5, 2026 to April 7, 2026

Overview:

Physical Education Teachers are responsible for fostering a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment that promotes students' health and physical literacy. These educators support students in developing the knowledge, confidence, and skills necessary for lifelong wellness, in alignment with SHAPE America's definitions:

Health Literacy:

The ability to access information, resources, and services to maintain and promote health.

Physical Literacy:

The confidence, competence, and motivation to be physically active for life.

Strong candidates will:

Demonstrate pedagogical knowledge of Health and Physical Education content by planning and executing lessons aligned with the Massachusetts Comprehensive Health and Physical Education Frameworks and National Health and Physical Education Standards. Implement and incorporate Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles to support diverse learners and foster an inclusive, student-centered environment. Utilize authentic assessments to measure student growth, and based on this, effectively guide the student learning process towards district curriculum goals. Collaborate with departmental, school, and district staff to enhance inclusive and equitable health and physical education experiences for all students. Effectively communicate student progress with staff, students, and families. Utilize technology and multimedia tools that are best suited for both physical education instruction. Support students' social-emotional wellness by incorporating strategies that promote resilience, self-regulation, and a growth mindset. Foster an environment that aligns with the district's SPIRIT Core Values: Safety, Perseverance, Inclusion, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork.

About Lloyd G. Blanchard Middle School

Lloyd G. Blanchard Middle School is structured to meet the unique social, emotional and academic needs of young adolescent learners. An interdisciplinary team model creates a strong sense of community and allows students to build supportive relationships with peers and adults. Learning is joyful, collaborative, and student-driven. At Blanchard, middle school R.O.C.K.S.!

Lloyd G. Blanchard Middle School Physical Education Teaching Spaces:

Indoor:

+ 1 gymnasium (mounted and protected flat-screen TV)
+ 2 multi-purpose fitness spaces (mounted flat-screen TV's)

Outdoor:

+ 1 multi-purpose natural grass field
+ 2 enclosed multi-purpose outdoor courts

Job Requirements:

MA licensure preferred in Physical Education (PreK-8 or 5-12) Degree preferred in Physical Education or a related concentration Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information:

Brian Roark, K-12 Health and Physical Education Curriculum Coordinator broark@westfordk12.us Westford Public Schools 23 Depot. St. Westford, MA 01886 978-692-5570