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Sunbelt Staffing

General Education Teacher | Calumet City, Illinois

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 5 days ago

Location: Calumet City, IL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 4 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

A Health Educator creates programs that are designed to teach people and motivate them to follow healthy behaviors. Works with individual patients and families in a health care settings, or develops campaigns and materials directed to larger groups such as college students. Organizes events like health screenings, trainings for peer educators or professionals, or incentive programs like weight loss challenges. May advise on public health policy.

$59,119 / year median in Illinois

+6% projected growth

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Job Description

Inspire middle schoolers with your passion for healthy living in a dynamic educational environment! A dedicated health educator is needed for a contract assignment at a junior high, beginning mid-August 2026 and continuing through late May 2027. This role focuses on engaging students in grades 6-8 with dynamic health and wellness education, fostering strong decision-making skills, and promoting lifelong wellness habits. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic about adolescent health, bring creativity to classroom instruction, and are committed to building lasting rapport with students at the junior high level. Your expertise will make a valuable impact in shaping positive behaviors during critical developmental years.

What We're Seeking:

Valid Illinois Teaching License and Professional Educator License (PEL) Previous experience with general education or health instruction at the secondary level preferred Strong communication, classroom management, and organizational skills Ability to create inclusive, culturally responsive lesson plans Commitment to onsite instruction; remote/virtual teaching is not available for this position

Key Responsibilities:

Teach comprehensive health curriculum according to state and district standards Develop lesson plans covering topics such as nutrition, personal wellness, safety, and mental health Foster an engaging, respectful, and supportive classroom environment Assess student progress and provide feedback to students, parents, and administrators Collaborate with colleagues and staff to support student success and school goals This contract role features a set schedule totaling 33.75 weekly hours, providing the opportunity to focus on classroom excellence, student development, and subject mastery. Be a vital part of an enthusiastic school culture that values passionate teaching and student connection. Share your commitment to health education—apply now to help junior high students develop the knowledge and confidence they need for lifelong wellness. Submit your updated resume today to take the next step in your career as a health educator! #p31