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Health Teacher
Job in
Zion, Lake County, Illinois, 60099, USA
Listed on 2026-06-02
Listing for:
Zion Elementary School District 6
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-02
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Middle School, Special Education Teacher, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Health Teacher for School Year
Position Type:
Middle School Teaching
Date Posted:
5/13/2026
Location:
Zion Central Middle School
(High-Needs School)
Date Available:
26-27 School Year
Additional Information:
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Salary Range can be found in our Collective Bargaining Agreement - LINK
Reports To:
Building Principal/Building Administration
Building:
Zion Central Middle School
Minimum Qualifications:
Valid Certification with Health and PE Endorsements
Purpose Statement:
The job of Middle School Health Teacher is done for the purpose/s of facilitating student success in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing state and district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of students', providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.
Ensuring acknowledgement and adherence to codes of professional conduct and ethics.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
* Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of supporting teacher's expectations, developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.
* Assesses student needs, progress, expectations, goals, etc. for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents and administration. Use diagnostic techniques to assess students scholastic and social strengths and needs.
* Collaborates with school personnel, parents and various community agencies for the purpose of improving student learning and achievement, developing solutions, and planning curriculum.
* Daily attendance and punctuality are required for the purpose of ensuring the goals for the work unit can be met.
* Demonstrates methods required to perform assignments for the purpose of providing an effective school program and addressing the needs of individual students.
* Facilitates student learning for the purpose of achieving success in academic, interpersonal and daily living skills through a defined course of study.
* Maintain documentation of behaviors and strategies attempted (e.g. challenging students that exhibit inappropriate behaviors and/or behaviors of concerns) for the purpose of improving areas of concern.
* Counsel students to help them develop strategies for solving personal problems.
* Utilize a variety of teaching methods and learning modes in instructing students, for both individual and small group instruction.
* Monitors student activities (e.g. classroom, lunch, grounds, etc.) for the purpose of providing for the safety and welfare of students. Supervise students in out-of-classroom during the assigned work day.
* Performs physical tasks (e.g. moderate lifting, moving about quickly and getting down on the floor) for the purpose of implementing student activities.
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
* Assists other teachers for the purpose of implementing curriculum.
* Directs student workers, volunteers, etc., for the purpose of maximizing their efficiency and meeting work requirements.
* Participates in a variety of meetings, trainings and staff development for the purpose of maintaining and improving professional competency.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
SKILLS are required to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: applying assessment instruments; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: appropriate codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; age appropriate activities; lesson…
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