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Middle School Health Educator

Quincy Public Schools
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Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Candidate must hold a Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) license in Health Education.

2. Knowledge of the organizational structure and elements of a successful program, in alignment with the MA Model of Health Education curriculum.

3. Understanding of leadership theories and principles, developmental theory, social justice theory, learning theories, multiculturalism and health and wellness theories.

4. Knowledge of the full continuum of health and wellness services, such as prevention and intervention.

5. Thorough understanding of barriers to student learning and the use of decisions making models to eliminate those barriers.

6. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent of Schools may find appropriate.

REPORTS TO: Director of Student Support Services

RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Provide comprehensive health education that is medically accurate, age and developmentally appropriate.

2. Implement curriculum that is culturally inclusive and in a safe and supportive learning environment where ALL students feel valued.

3. Use the Health Education Frameworks to serve as a guiding document for the grade 10 Health Education curriculum and instruction.

4. Promote healthy lifestyle habits, healthy relationships and health-literacy for all students.

5. Provide programs and services that develop essential attitudes, knowledge and skills for student to make healthy and informed decisions.

6. Organize program coordination with staff, parents/caregivers and community resources.

 

Position Type:Full-time
Salary:$60,975 to $75,199 Per Year
Job Categories:
 

Classroom Teacher > Health

Job Requirements


  • The posted salary range reflects educators with beginner to mid-level experience, and is aligned with the Unit A Contract. For the complete salary schedule, please refer to the Quincy Public Schools website, Careers page.

    Quincy Public Schools strives to create an inclusive and racially affirming environment that welcomes and values the diversity of our staff and students. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. Join the team and be part of a dynamic multicultural community. Thank you for your interest in joining our professional team.

    Quincy Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, or disability in its educational activities or employment practice as required by Title IX of the 1972 Federal Education Amendments, by Section 504 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act and by Chapter 622 of the General Laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

    Please send cover letter and resume to Daniel Cosgrove, Director of Human Resources at the following email address: application@quincypublicschools.com

    Please include "Middle School Health Educator" in the subject line.
  • At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
  • Master degree preferred.
  • Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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