Physical Education teacher
30 - 40 / hour
Posted 09/13/2026
Contract
Contract
Job ID:
314891
Job Description
1. Job Details
Headline: Adaptive Physical Education Teacher
Location: East Longmeadow, MA (Public School)
Salary Range: Competitive — commensurate with licensure and experience
Employment Type: Long-Term Contract (semester or school year)
2. Description
REASONS TO JOIN ARBOR
Over 45 Years of Experience — With decades of experience placing education professionals across Massachusetts, we know how to support our staff and set them up for success.
Compensation:
- Competitive Pay — Compensation commensurate with licensure and relevant experience.
- Benefits — Eligible employees receive access to health, dental, and vision coverage options.
- Incentive Plan — Coming soon.
Flexibility:
- Long-Term Contract — Stable, school-year placement with a clear schedule and supportive team environment.
- Flexible Scheduling — We understand life is dynamic, and we're here to support your needs.
- Diverse Assignments — We partner with hundreds of programs across education, behavioral health, and allied healthcare, giving you a broad range of future opportunities.
Available to You:
- Dedicated Support — You'll have a dedicated Arbor point of contact at every stage of working with us.
- 24/7 Availability — Our team is on call around the clock to support you.
- Transparent Communication — Prompt, clear communication so you're never left in the dark.
- Supportive, Respectful Culture — Our field associates are the most important part of our team.
- Tailored Training — We ensure our associates are appropriately prepared for the programs they support.
Growth:
- Performance Reviews — Regular feedback and reviews to help you grow professionally.
- Career Pathing / Development — For reliable, dedicated individuals, we offer opportunities for further training and certifications, opening doors to higher-paying positions.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Arbor Associates is seeking a licensed Adaptive Physical Education (APE) Teacher for a long-term contract placement at a public school in East Longmeadow, MA. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students with diverse needs by delivering individualized, inclusive physical education programming in a supportive school environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design and deliver individualized adaptive physical education instruction aligned with each student's IEP goals and physical abilities.
- Assess student motor skills, physical fitness, and functional movement to inform programming and track progress.
- Collaborate with special education teachers, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and other related service providers.
- Modify activities, equipment, and environments to ensure safe, meaningful participation for all students.
- Maintain accurate documentation of student progress and participate in IEP meetings as required.
Job Requirements
3. Job Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
Licensure / Certification: Massachusetts teaching license in Physical Education required. APE specialist certification (CAPE) preferred. Candidates actively pursuing licensure will be considered.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Physical Education, Kinesiology, Special Education, or a related field required. Master's degree a plus.
Experience: Prior experience working with students with disabilities in a school setting preferred. Familiarity with IEP development and implementation strongly preferred.
Physical / Behavioral: Must be able to actively demonstrate physical activities and move throughout gym and outdoor environments. Must be able to complete any required school onboarding, including background checks and EEC verification.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
Arbor Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Indeed Campaign: #ABR-ELM-APE — Must be included in the body of the posting for Indeed tracking.
To apply or learn more, contact Arbor Associates | 617.227.8829 | info@arborstaffing.com | arborstaffing.com
About East Longmeadow, MA
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