Health Education Teacher Pool

Position: Health Education Teacher Candidate Pool
## Health Education Teacher Candidate Pool Apply locations:
General time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition :
R0000155
** ABOUT US
** The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is one of the leading school systems in Maryland and the nation. To learn more about us and our 2024
-2029 Strategic Plan, please visit our website and our careers page. Join our award-winning workforce and make a difference in the lives of our students!
** ABOUT THE APPLICATION PROCESS
** Before you begin, please read the job posting below carefully including the

Application Requirements specific to this position. Be sure your application reflects experience and education required to meet the minimum and any preferred qualifications listed. Our application guide includes detailed instructions to assist you.
** Once your application has been submitted, you will not be able to add documentation or make any changes.
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* DESCRIPTION:

** Under the direction of the school principal and/or assistant principal, the Health Education Teacher plans and provides appropriate learning experiences for all students. Health Education Teachers provide an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals to ensure success for every student. Health Education Teachers are responsible for developing, selecting, and differentiating instructional plans and materials based on the HCPSS curriculum to meet the needs of all students.
** MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
**** Applicants must meet all qualifications below to be considered for the vacancy.
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* Education:

*** Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in an applicable field of education.
** Certification/Licensure:
*** Meets the Maryland State Department of Education licensure requirements for Health Education Licensure.
** PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
** The ideal candidate for this role will also possess a combination of the additional qualifications below. If you don’t meet every one of the preferred qualifications, we still encourage you to apply, as we welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
* Three previous years of teaching experience.
* Holds a current Maryland State Department of Education license in Health Education.
** ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
** The below list is a summary of the functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties.
* Plan and implement instructional programs that adhere to system-wide goals and priorities and meet the needs, interests and abilities of students.
* Prepare and document appropriate lesson plans for classes assigned, based upon HCPSS curricula, to achieve instructional objectives.
* Create an instructional environment that is conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of students.
* Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals.
* Establish learning objectives consistent with student needs, requirements of the HCPSS curriculum framework, and knowledge of human growth and development.
* Create a classroom environment that supports student engagement in the learning process, enabling each student to achieve academic success.
* Provide an instructional program to meet the needs of all students including students with disabilities.
* Refer students for appropriate specialized support as needed.
* Plan for and utilize instructional methods, resources and evaluation techniques that motivate and enable each student to achieve the applicable learning objectives.
* Provide input when necessary to student Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
* Take all necessary safety precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
* Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
* Develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure and maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner. Communicate standards, achievements and areas for improvement to students and families.
* Provide timely and meaningful feedback to families and students.
* Make provisions for being available to students and families for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.
* Plan and oversee purposeful assignments for para educators, student assistants, and/or classroom volunteers.
* Provide non-evaluative input on para educator and/or student assistants’ job performance as requested.
* Establish relationships with administrators,…