26), Bentley Academy Innov. School, Salem Public Schools, Salem MA SY2025-2026

Salem Public Schools•Salem, MA

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About The Position

Salem is a small, diverse city with a proud maritime and immigrant history. Salem Public Schools is an urban public school district enrolling nearly 4,000 students across our 11 schools. Our vision is to ensure that all students will be locally engaged, globally connected, and fully prepared to thrive in a diverse and changing world. We hold dear our core values of belonging, equity, and opportunity in everything we do. Over the next three years (2023-2026), we are committed to the work outlined by the four core priorities in our strategic plan: 1) Elevate Learning; 2) Empower Educators; 3) Center Belonging; and 4) Strengthen Our Foundation. We seek individuals who are passionate about urban education and understand the urgency of improving student achievement for all students, regardless of ability, economic status, gender/gender identity, language, race/ethnicity, sexual orientation, or other backgrounds. Applicants who have experience working in urban schools and settings and are bilingual are strongly encouraged to apply. The Physical Education Teacher works to develop in each student an understanding of the relationship of good body function and exercise. In addition, s/he motivates each student to cultivate his or her talents in physical achievement including strength, skill, agility, poise, and coordination in individual and team activities and sports.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or higher from accredited institution required
Required Massachusetts teaching certification/licensure
Experience working in an urban public school or charter school setting is preferred
Ability to provide a structured, orderly, safe, and respectful school environment
An entrepreneurial spirit that reflects an openness to change, willingness to problem-solve, and an interest in developing new ideas and programs
A willingness to engage with colleagues in constructive feedback to improve professional performance
Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the District, and/or in self-selected professional growth activities
Belief that every child can learn and the drive to help every child reach his or her potential
Current authorization to work in the United States
Holds an unwavering belief that every student in Salem can grow and succeed
Skilled in providing equitable access to the curriculum, particularly in underserved populations
Able to work collaboratively and flexibly as part of a building team
Has a strong work ethic, is self-directed, and has the ability to work independently
Self-reflects and accepts feedback with a growth mindset

Nice To Haves

Second language (Spanish and/or Portuguese) proficiency a plus
Bilingual candidates and candidates of color strongly encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

Teach and evaluate standards-based knowledge and skills in physical fitness, health education, and individual or team sport
Facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential
Provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt inclusive PE lessons to the needs of each student
Establish and maintain high standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly, safe, and productive environment in the physical education areas
Communicate with parents, teachers, and administrative team on student progress
Share and support the school's responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth
Promote PE learning through the school community
Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal