Health Teacher - Long Term Substitute

West Seneca Central School District; Town of West Seneca (NY); Vor Ort; USD 40.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

West Seneca Central School District seeks a Health Education Teacher to promote wellness and equip students with knowledge for healthy choices. This temporary, full-time substitute position aligns with NYS standards and is prorated to the appointment window.

The ideal candidate differentiates instruction, integrates SEL, uses digital tools, and collaborates with families and staff to foster a culture of wellness across the school. Certification: Health Education (Pre-K-12) required.

Qualifikationen

• Certification in Health Education (Pre-K-12) required.
• Knowledge of NYS Learning Standards for Health Education.

Aufgaben

• Design and deliver standards-based instruction promoting the physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being of all students.
• Create an inclusive, safe classroom environment for discussing health topics.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
• Integrate SEL strategies and promote self-awareness, responsible decision-making, and interpersonal skills.
• Leverage digital tools to enhance student learning and engagement.
• Collaborate with families and support staff to reinforce healthy behaviors.
• Stay current with health education best practices and trends.
• Participate in curriculum planning and professional development.
• Support extracurricular wellness programs and athletics as needed.
• Empower students to lead healthy, balanced lives.
• Strong understanding of adolescent development and trauma-informed practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Kenntnisse

Health Education

Adolescent Development

Trauma-Informed Practices

SEL Integration

Differentiated Instruction

Ausbildung

Health/Health Education (Pre-K-12)

Jobbeschreibung

The West Seneca Central School District has a temporary, substitute vacancy for a secondary Health Education Teacher who is passionate about promoting wellness and equipping students with the knowledge and skills they need to make informed, healthy life choices. The ideal candidate is a student-centered educator who values collaboration, embraces innovation, and demonstrates a deep understanding of the New York State Learning Standards for Health Education.

The position is a full-time, temporary appointment effective November 30, 2026, through March 19, 2027, with salary and benefits paid according to the West Seneca Teachers’ Association’s collective bargaining agreement prorated to the appointment time frame.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and deliver engaging, standards-based instruction that promotes the physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being of all students.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and respectful classroom environment where students feel comfortable exploring sensitive topics related to health and wellness.
• Differentiate instruction to support the diverse learning needs, backgrounds, and experiences of students.
• Integrate social-emotional learning (SEL) strategies and promote self-awareness, responsible decision-making, and interpersonal skills.
• Leverage digital tools and instructional technology to enhance student learning and engagement.
• Collaborate with colleagues, families, and support staff to reinforce healthy behaviors and a culture of wellness school-wide.
• Stay current with health education best practices, research, and emerging trends.
• Participate in curriculum planning, school-wide initiatives, and professional development.
• Support extracurricular wellness programs, clubs, or student-led initiatives that promote healthy lifestyles.
• Demonstrate a willingness to support school athletics and extracurricular programming. Join our dedicated team of educators and make a difference by empowering students to lead healthy, balanced, and purposeful lives.
• Strong understanding of adolescent development, culturally responsive teaching, and trauma-informed practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Required Certification(s): Health/Health Education (Pre-K-12)

Preferred Certification(s)/Experience: none