Health Education Teacher (2025-2026 SY)

Framingham Public Schools; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic educational environment as an Itinerant Elementary Health Education Teacher. This role is vital in shaping the health education of students, ensuring they receive high-quality instruction that meets their diverse needs. You will have the opportunity to create engaging lesson plans, foster a positive classroom atmosphere, and collaborate with a supportive team dedicated to student success. The mission of the institution is to empower students to become responsible citizens, and your contributions will be key in achieving this goal. If you are passionate about health education and committed to inclusivity, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Valid Massachusetts Teaching license in Health/Family and Consumer Science required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in the area of major study required.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements health education programs tailored to student needs.
• Creates a conducive learning environment and assesses student progress.
• Collaborates with colleagues and engages with the community.

Skills

Communication Skills

Ability to Work with Diverse Backgrounds

Classroom Management

Instructional Methods

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Education

Job description

FRAMINGHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS

TITLE: Itinerant Elementary Health Education Teacher

2024-2025 School Year

POSITION SUMMARY:

To provide direct instruction to students in Health Education in order to deliver Framingham Public Schools’ high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, the achievement of academic proficiency for all students, and the closing of the opportunity gap among subgroups within the schools.

OUR MISSION:

Framingham Public Schools is committed to excellence for all students. Our mission statement guides our work: Through a comprehensive education, we aim to create and empower free-thinking, responsible citizens who can participate equally in our rich and diverse community. FPS and the community stand united in our core values: Providing a safe, inclusive, culturally responsive teaching and learning environment; Engaging antiracist and responsible civic advocates; Respecting diversity of thought, learners, cultures, and community; Fostering learning and healthy growth of all students and staff; Ensuring every school will be an active, participatory, equitable community.

Diversity among teachers undoubtedly advances the academic achievement of students. Compliance obligations establish a baseline which we seek to exceed. As a district, Framingham Public Schools is committed to achieving, developing, and maintaining a workforce reflective of the rich racial, linguistic, and cultural diversity of our students.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

A valid Massachusetts Teaching license in Health/Family and Consumer Science is required. Additional content area license is encouraged. Please note that licensure requirements are subject to change at the discretion of DESE.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

At least a Bachelor’s Degree in the area of major study.

SKILLS AND ABILITY:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in the educational field.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups including staff, parents, and the general public.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional periodicals and journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports and correspondence, as needed.
• Ability to use reasoning ability to evaluate information and determine/recommend an appropriate course of action.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff, and the community.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage several projects simultaneously.
• Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements, state and federal laws, and Framingham Public Schools policies.
• Ability to work with students and families of diverse backgrounds with diverse needs in an equitable and inclusive manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals.
• Employs instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Counsels with colleagues, students, and parents on a regular basis.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct.
• Develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom.
• Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and/or volunteer(s).
• Attends staff meetings and serves on staff and/or school committees.
• Participates in staff development programs.
• Other duties and responsibilities as reasonably assigned.

REPORTS TO: Building Principal and Department Head. The performance of this job will be evaluated as per the Framingham Teachers Association (Unit A) Contract.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None.

FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) CLASSIFICATION: This position is classified as Exempt (Professional).

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Covered under the Framingham Teachers Association (Unit A) Contract. The District reserves the right to transfer personnel among buildings on an as-needed basis.

Framingham Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.