Health Education Teacher

At REACH Academy Charter School we offer some great benefits and perks!

Our school days runs for 6:50AM - 2:30PM (one day a week until 4:00 for planning)

REACH is a family like atmosphere - we like to celebrate events together and often surprise our staff with lunches or tokens of our appreciation.

We have a very competitive salary scale that pays higher than most local districts.

REACH pays 80% of health dental and vision coverage. The Employee pays 20%

REACH offers and pays 100% of Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Coverage

REACH participates in the NYS Teachers Retirement System

REACH offer Paid Family Leave Benefits

REACH pays for all student and teacher supplies throughout the school year

REACH offers 403B Plans

Required Knowledge and Skills for Open Positions at REACH

• Fluent in reading writing and speaking in English
• Excellent verbal and written skills as well as outstanding interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work well with students and colleagues; willingness to be an active enthusiastic member of the REACH community ;
• Ability to be flexible open and willing to implement new ideas in the classroom;
• Ability to organize and prioritize responsibilities projects and task;
• Seek resources and solutions to effectively solve problems;
• Excellent attendance and punctuality;
• Deep understanding of adolescent development.
• A clear understanding of and appreciation for the goals and criteria of REACH Academy Charter School;
• Have a passion for Urban Education;
• Strong classroom management and student engagement skills.
• Commitment to diversity equity and inclusion in education.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Effective communication with students families and colleagues.
• Adhere to a high level of professional and ethical standards;
• Knowledge of Physical Education/Health Standards in New York State;

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging standards-aligned lessons that promote student understanding of key health topics such as mental emotional and social health nutrition personal hygiene substance abuse prevention and sexual health (age appropriate aligned with state requirements)
• Implement curriculum that is culturally inclusive and in a safe and supportive learning environment where ALL students feel valued.
• Promote healthy lifestyle habits healthy relationships and health-literacy for all students.
• Provide programs and services that develop essential attitudes knowledge and skills for student to make healthy and informed decisions.
• Organize program coordination with staff parents/caregivers and community resources.
• Use a variety of instructional strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
• Implement classroom management strategies that support a safe inclusive and respectful learning environment.
• Integrate culturally responsive and trauma-informed practices.
• Assess student progress through both formative and summative assessments.
• Collaborate with school counselors physical education teachers and administrators to support whole-child wellness.
• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding student progress and health education topics.
• Maintain accurate records in compliance with school state and federal policies.

Qualifications/Education and/or Experience

• Minimum Bachelors degree in Health or Physical Education Masters Degree preferred
• Belief in and alignment with REACH Academy Charter School core beliefs and educational philosophy
• Preferred Valid New York State Certification but can be unertified working towards achieving certificaiton status.
• Experience working in Urban Education with middle school scholars.

Salary: $ annually