Temporary High School Health Instructor

Position: Temporary High School Health Instructor (Part Time or Full Time)

Redmond Proficiency Academy is seeking to hire either a part‑time or full‑time health instructor for the remainder of the  school year. As a public charter school, RPA can employ non‑licensed professionals to fill this opening. RPA is seeking interested individuals who have expertise and interest in health education and a keen desire to work directly with high school students.

Under the general supervision of an assigned Director, the health instructor will develop students' skills and competence in health principles, as well as assist in preparing students for assessments and life beyond school. The health instructor will demonstrate a solid understanding of adolescent development, health education principles, anatomy, and public health.

As professional educators, RPA teachers are expected to immerse students in collaborative learning experiences, develop critical thinking skills, and engage in evidence‑based explorations through a personalized, proficiency‑based learning methodology. RPA teachers and instructors engage with students, families, and colleagues both in class and while attending school‑wide events, including open enrollment, scheduling, graduation, and staff meetings. RPA teachers and instructors contribute to RPA's work culture by demonstrating RPA's vision, mission, and values.

Approximately

55% of Time – Student Instruction

• Promote a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small‑group instruction and student learning.
• Manage student behavior in a way that reflects and supports RPA culture.
• Develop health curriculum and activity‑based instructional materials that challenge students and best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Personalize health learning activities that are engaging, focused on student interests, while developing essential skills.
• Utilize proficiency‑based assessment methodology and grading practices.
• Use current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based on a wide variety of student learning styles.
• Promote critical and creative thinking and analysis in all related subject areas.

Approximately 25% of Time – Planning, Scheduling, Grading, & Record Keeping

• Conduct ongoing assessments of student learning and progress, and modify instructional methods to fit individual student needs.
• Utilize computers and technology, and adopt schoolwork systems, including Google Suite.
• Attend student support meetings, including 504, IEP, data team, and others as assigned.
• Implement a proficiency grading system in alignment with RPA’s mission and values.

Approximately 10% of Time – Student Supervision & Support

• Implement academic and behavior interventions as needed to support student success.
• Support school culture and safety by fulfilling assigned campus supervision duties, including after‑school and evening student activities and events.
• Utilize highly developed interpersonal skills to build relationships with students and staff.

Approximately 10% of Time – Contribute to RPA & Professional Development

• Engage in staff, planning, student success, and student support meetings.
• Work as part of a professional teaching team.
• Self‑evaluate and improve upon classroom outcomes and professional goals.
• Build high‑quality relationships with students and staff.
• Participate in school promotional activities and student events that are outside of the regularly scheduled teaching hours.
• Embrace and uphold the vision, mission, and values of RPA.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based on student learning styles.
• Knowledge of best practices for teaching health.
• Ability to successfully work as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self‑evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to build high‑quality relationships with students.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Works in standard office and school building environments.

Certification/License

Current Oregon licensure in Health, or ability to obtain licensure, or ability to obtain official charter school registry license.

Clean background check and fingerprinting.

Reports to

High School Director;
Assistant Directors.

Collaborates with

High School Staff.

Requirements

Reports to:

High School Director;
Assistant Directors.

Collaborates with:
Student Success and Data Team Members, Teaching Staff, Graduation Coaches, Student Support Office, SPED Staff, School Office Managers, School Office Reception.

Serves:
Students, Families, and Visitors.

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