Position:           Physical Education & Wellness Teacher, Grades 9-12

                        One Year Appointment

                        Health & Physical Education Department/Cambridge Rindge & Latin School

 

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 Role:

The Cambridge Rindge and Latin School, in partnership with the Health and Physical Education department, seeks a Physical Education & Wellness Teacher for the 24-25 school year. Wellness Teachers report directly to the Coordinator of Health, Physical Education and Wellness, the department lead teacher and small learning community administrator to which they are assigned. It is the responsibility of all Wellness Teachers to teach Wellness education according to the SHAPE America National PE Standards.

 

Your Skill Set: 

As the incoming Physical Education 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 secondary Physical Education.
• Successful teaching experience in an urban setting is preferred.
• Massachusetts Certification in 5-12 Physical Education required.
• Experience leading instruction in multicultural and urban community settings. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, alongside the ability to establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships with a diverse staff and student body. 

How to Join Our Team:

Please upload a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills, experience, and commitment to equity in education 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.