Poly Prep seeks applicants for the position of Interim Health & Wellness Teacher. The Middle School/Upper School Interim Health & Wellness Teacher will teach a state-of-the-art, harm reduction and trauma informed health curriculum, and design and teach lessons aligned with our expectations for student-centered, research-based curricula and pedagogy in accordance with the standards set forth in the National Sex Education Standards: Core Content and Skills K-12. The position is available for immediate hire.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

Teaching: 

• Teach four sections of Middle School/Upper School Health
• Work with individual students as needed
• Keep an accurate and up-to-date online gradebook, effectively and supportively communicate with students and families, and provide written and oral feedback on student progress consistently throughout the leave term
• Collaborate with the teaching team, department, and supervisors in developing and delivering unit plans, lesson plans, and assessments that reflect the goals and mission of the department and the School
• Establish and nurture a supportive and inclusive classroom environment reflecting the School’s commitment to students’ well-being, belonging, and social-emotional health and development
• Demonstrate an energetic commitment to collaboration, professional development, and engagement in community events

Additional Responsibilities: 

• Serve as a co-advisor to a group of approximately 18 students
• Collaborate with grade teams to ensure maximum student success 
• Communicate effectively and promptly with students, deans, and families
• Attend and contribute to meetings during and after the school day, including but not limited to departmental, committee, divisional, and grade-level meetings
• Accompany students on occasional curricular trips 
• Attend community events throughout the leave period
• Fulfill other supervisory duties as requested by the department chair and division head

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field

Experience: Two years of teaching experience

Specific Skills:  Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Certifications/Licenses: None

Salary Range: $71,563 - $98,915

Poly Prep strives to be an equitable, just, and diverse community, one proud of and deeply committed to empowering students to discover who they are and what they want to be. In keeping with the country day school philosophy, we seek community members who will share a passion for learning in and out of the classroom. 

We offer a supportive environment, with a full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a generous match on our 403(b) retirement plan, long-term disability, flexible spending account, pre-tax commute benefit, and free lunch).   

How to Apply: Click [Apply for this position] to submit your resume, cover letter, and specific evidence of qualifications to Sarah Bates, Head of Upper School and Daniel Doughty, Head of Middle School.

Poly Prep is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.  We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.