What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle or Upper School Health Teacher (25%) position at The Spence School?
Middle or Upper School Health Teacher Leave Replacement
Part time (25%)
September 1, 2026 to January 22, 2027
Overview
Spence seeks a skilled educator to build on the school’s valued history of supporting student wellness as an integral part of their academic success. As a health teacher, the person in this role will teach required Middle or Upper School health classes.
Responsibilities:
- Teach 5-6 Health classes per week
- Deliver established health curriculum while being responsive to student questions
- Collaborate with the middle and upper school health teams
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
- Finds joy in working with young people and in school life
- Demonstrates pedagogical skill and an appreciation for the science and the craft of teaching
- Demonstrates cultural competency and skills engaging with and learning from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences
- Possesses an advanced degree or equivalent experience in Health Education
- Possesses knowledge of and experience with: positive identity development of girls, sexuality education/adolescent sexual health, substance use, and body image
- Has sustained experience working with Middle or Upper School students in a teaching capacity
- Has experience establishing clear boundaries for a respectful and interactive classroom environment
- Has excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing
- Regards collaboration as an essential component of professional growth
- Approaches work with optimism, energy, kindness, and a sense of humor
Spence is committed to an equitable program and a diverse faculty and student body. We therefore actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds.
Salary : $9,464 - $18,708