Health Teacher

Reports To: Building Principal/Building Administration

Building: This position is split between Shiloh Park Middle School and Zion Central Middle School by semesters

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.

• 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 (eg 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 (eg 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 (eg moderate lifting, moving about quickly and getting down on the floor) for the purpose of implementing student activities.

• 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 plan requirements; stages of child development; and behavioral management strategies.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: establishing and maintaining constructive relationships; adapting to changing work priorities; maintaining confidentiality; exhibiting tact and patience.