Health & Wellness Teacher Position Available In Middlesex, Massachusetts

Health & Wellness Teacher
Newton Public Schools
Newton North High School – Newton, Massachusetts This job is also posted in Newton Public Schools (MA)
Job Details

Job ID:

5219686

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Immediately
Job Description
In compliance with state and federal laws, newton public schools is committed to equity, anti-racism and a nondiscrimination policy for students, employees and prospective applicants. All educational and employment determinations are based on an individual’s qualifications and achievements without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, homelessness, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by state and/or federal statute.

SUMMARY:

A health teacher provides a developmentally appropriate educational program for students in middle school. The teacher is responsible for developing lesson plans and delivering instruction within established curriculum guidelines; adjusting curricula to adapt to children with disabilities or different physical abilities; collaborating with other teachers, professional staff, and administrators to improve instruction; and engaging parents/guardians in conversations with regard to instructional programs and student progress.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree
A valid license in Health from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Consistent and on-time attendance is required for supervision and instruction of the students

Desired Qualifications:

Master’s Degree
Curricula including coursework in health and general education topics, human development and educational psychology
Demonstrated experience with grade-level learning principles
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities (Not Limited To):
Creates and maintains an effective and developmentally appropriate learning environment for students
Prepares daily lessons and activities
Manages student behavior to provide a safe and optimal classroom climate
Differentiates instruction for the purpose of providing an effective program that addresses individual need
Collects data to document student progress and aid in planning
Assesses student progress towards learning targets, objectives, and expectations
Provides feedback on progress to students, parents, and administration
Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve social, emotional and learning problems
Collaborates with colleagues to improve student outcomes
Follows specific standards, policies, and procedures of the building and the district
Attends and participates in faculty meetings and professional development activities
Consistent, reliable and punctual attendance is essential for supervision and instruction of the students
Responsible for implementing “other job related duties” as needed

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

Work Environment:

Work is generally performed in a school environment during the school day, however there may be occasions for afterschool meetings (ex: Back to School Night).
Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function. Rarely absent or late unless the situation is of an emergency nature.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job the teacher is frequently required to kneel, stoop, bend, and crouch. The teacher is frequently required to stand; while talking and listening. The teacher is occasionally required to sit; walk; lift; or carry. Regularly required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Position Type:

Part-Time