DYS SUMMER Health and Wellness Teacher

Davita Inc.; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Davita Inc. is seeking a dedicated Health and Wellness teacher for a Summer School program aimed at at-risk adolescents. Starting July 7 and ending August 14, the program offers small class sizes, competitive pay, and a chance for full-time opportunities in the Fall. Ideal candidates will value social justice, equity, and flexible teaching approaches.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching at-risk adolescents is a plus.
• Social justice and equity mindset is valued.

Responsibilities

• Teach Health and Wellness to adolescents aged 14-20.
• Prepare lessons and manage classroom activities.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Flexibility

Education

Teaching License

Job description

Teach for the Summer!

We are seeking an experienced and aspiring Health and Wellness teacher for our Summer School programs for at-risk adolescents in DYS programs. Our programs serve adolescents ages 14-20 in residential DYS programs.

Summer school starts on July 7th and ends August 14th - six weeks: Monday through Thursday

The minimum workday is 6 hours, including: 30 minutes for preparation, 30 minutes for lunch, and 5 hours of instruction. An additional hour per day for prep/planning (either on-site or off-site) may be elected.

Teaching License is preferred, but not required

• Small class sizes (average of 5 students per class)

• Behavior support staff in the classroom

• Flexible curriculum

• Competitive pay for licensed educators:

  • Teaching Coordinators $47.25 per hr

  • Teacher $42.00 per hr

• Unlicensed educators $37.00 per hr

Potential to join us for a full time position in the Fall.

We believe everyone is a learner, and seek educators who value social justice and equity, compassion, patience, and flexibility.

If you are interested in teaching with us for the Summer and want to make a difference, we would like to talk with you. Like to know more?

https://www.collaborative.org/youth-and-families/dys/working-in-dys-education/