Middle School Health Teacher; Part Time

Middle School Health Teacher, Part-Time

Part time (25%)

Overview

Spence seeks a skilled educator to build on the school’s valued history of supporting student wellness as an integral part of their academic success. As a health teacher, the person in this role will teach required Middle School health classes.

Responsibilities:

• Teach approximately 5-6 Middle School Health classes per week
• Deliver established health curriculum while being responsive to student questions
• Collaborate with the Head of Health and Wellness

Qualifications:

• Finds joy in working with young people and in school life
• Demonstrates pedagogical skill and an appreciation for the science and the craft of teaching
• Demonstrates cultural competency and skills engaging with and learning from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences
• Possesses an advanced degree or equivalent experience in Health Education
• Possesses knowledge of and experience with: positive identity development of girls, sexuality education/adolescent sexual health, substance use, and body image
• Has experience working with Middle School students in a teaching capacity
• Has experience establishing clear boundaries for a respectful and interactive classroom environment
• Has excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing
• Regards collaboration as an essential component of professional growth
• Approaches work with optimism, energy, kindness, and a sense of humor

Spence is committed to an equitable program and a diverse faculty and student body. We therefore actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds.