Teacher: Health Education

TrulyHired; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Anne Arundel County Public Schools (AACPS) seeks a Teacher: Health Education to design, deliver, and assess health education lessons for a diverse student body. Responsibilities include planning instruction, using research-based strategies, and maintaining records in accordance with district policies.

You will collaborate with colleagues, integrate technology, and apply best practices in health education to support student wellness and learning goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Maryland MSDE educator certification/license required.
• Ability to provide instruction reflecting multiple perspectives and multicultural education, and to infuse technology into curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Establishes clear goals and objectives aligned with the School Improvement Plan.
• Plans and prepares lessons, assessments, and instructional materials.
• Teaches district-level curriculum and uses diverse instructional strategies.
• Administers and analyzes assessments to monitor student progress.
• Maintains accurate records and adheres to school policies.

Skills

Classroom management

Multicultural education

Technology integration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Video conferencing

Job description

Job Description

Title Code:

Teacher: Health Education

This posting creates a pool of candidates for future positions that may become available.

JOB SUMMARY

Provides for instruction of students by developing, selecting, and modifying instructional plans and materials and presenting them using instructional techniques which meet the needs of all students. Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of students. Supervises students in a variety of school-related settings and activities. Monitors and evaluates student performance. Develops and implements plans to improve student performance. Maintains required records and follows required procedures and practices.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establishes clear goals and objectives related to the School Improvement Plan.
• Plans and prepares lessons, assessments, and instructional materials.
• Establishes learning objectives consistent with the appraisal of student needs, curriculum framework, and knowledge of human growth and development.
• Teaches district-level curriculum.
• Selects and uses appropriate instructional strategies including, but not limited to, lectures, group discussions, demonstrations, modeling, and multi-media teaching aids to present subject matter to students.
• Administer county-wide assessment.
• Prepares, administers, and corrects evaluations and assessments, and records results.
• Analyze formative and summative assessment data to plan for appropriate instruction.
• Evaluates student progress using appropriate assessment techniques.
• Maintains order and discipline in the classroom conducive to effective learning and takes all necessary safety precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Creates a classroom environment that provides for student involvement in the learning process and enables each student to achieve learning objectives.
• Councils pupils when academic and adjustment problems arise. Confers with parents and students regarding progress/problems of assigned students; arranges and participates in teacher-parent or teacher-student conferences as necessary.
• May serve on special committees.
• Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, textbooks, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, Board Policy, and Administrative Regulations.
• Attends and actively participates in staff/faculty meetings, and provides input regarding the planning of instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
• Improves skills and knowledge base in current trends, research and methodology in instructional techniques, technology, multicultural content, problem solving, and interdisciplinary connections.
• Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for instructional assistants, teacher assistants, and volunteers.
• Display professional behavior at all times.
• Participate in professional learning opportunities to extend skills and knowledge of content and pedagogy.
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university required.

Experience

• None

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Knowledge of school organization, goals and objectives, curriculum, teaching techniques, current trends, research, and materials of instruction in field of specialization.
• Understanding of the teaching/learning process.
• Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education. Ability to infuse technology into curriculum.
• Ability to demonstrate techniques necessary to instruct students in area of assignment.
• Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.
• Ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office and school board staff, students, parents, and the community.
• Crisis intervention may require participating in physical restraints.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
• Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite -Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).

Licenses and Certifications

Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.

• Hold or be eligible for educator certificate/license issued by Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) required.

Driving Requirements

• N/A

LEADERSHIP ROLE

• N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

• Standing: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Walking: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Vision

• No special vision requirements

Work Environment

Location

• Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 of the time

Noise Level

• Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time

Weight & Force

Lifting and carrying requirements

• None:

Travel Requirements

• N/A

JOB INFORMATION

Approved Date:

9/1/2025

Established Date:

5/1/2017

Title Code:

C21886

Title:

TEACHER: HEALTH EDUCATION

Alternate Title:

Teacher: Health Education

Reports to Generic:

Principal

Reports to Specific:

PRINCIPAL

ORGANIZATION

Division:

Academics

Business Unit:

Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment

Department:

PreK-12 Programs

Negotiated Agreement:

Teachers Association of Anne Arundel County (TAAAC)

HR JOB INFORMATION

Unit:

I

Days Worked:

191

FLSA Exemption Status:

Exempt

Grade:

• TG01;TG02;TG03;TG04;TG05;TG06;TG07;TG10;TCL

Months Worked:

10

Hours Worked:

7.5

Job Family:

Educational Services

Sub-Function:

Teacher

Welcome to ATX Learning

Anne Arundel County Public Schools (AACPS) provides a challenging and rewarding educational experience for every child. We offer a comprehensive system-wide multicultural curriculum from kindergarten through 12th grade. At every level, the focus is on success for every student. Quality instruction, combined with teacher commitment, provides excellence in our instructional programs. Explore career opportunities with a progressive school system dedicated to providing the very best services to our students, our educators, and our community.

Located on the magnificent Chesapeake Bay, Anne Arundel County is conveniently located near the cities of Baltimore and Washington, D.C., and is home to the state capitol, Annapolis, which has a rich historical past. Notable landmarks include the United State Naval Academy, Fort George G. Meade, the National Security Agency, and Baltimore Washington