MS - Health Teacher .6 - (Anticipated for the 26-27 School Year)

The Public Schools of Northborough-Southborough Health Teacher - .6 FTE - (Anticipated for the 26-27 School Year)

Department:

Middle School Job Title Health Teacher FLSA Status:

(Exempt/Non-exempt) Exempt, Unit A Reports to: Building Principal

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

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DESCRIBING ROLE

): 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

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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 and on-time attendance is required for supervision and instruction of the students Other duties as needed

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work Environment:

Work is performed in school environments

Physical Requirements:

Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time Ability to occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing up to 20 pounds Sufficient mobility to navigate within a large school building The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Date Updated:

5/24/2021 Northborough-Southborough Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Northborough-Southborough Public Schools ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other class as protected by law. The Northborough-Southborough Public School places a high value on recruitment of diverse staff. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the district human resources office.