Health Teacher 2026-2027 School Year

At The Pinnacle School we support students with complex learning challenges through tailored academics therapeutic support and collaborative problem solving. Guided by resilience inclusion and student empowerment we redefine education for every learner. Join us and help students achieve confidence and independence.

As a Health Teacher at Pinnacle School youll design and deliver engaging developmentally appropriate instruction that supports students physical emotional and social well-being. You will help students build essential life skills while creating a safe inclusive space for open discussion self-awareness and growth.

What Youll Need

• Valid Connecticut Health certification (043)

• Experience working with students with language-based learning differences

• Strong classroom management skills with proactive de-escalation strategies

• Commitment to supporting students with diverse academic and social-emotional needs

• Excellent communication skills with a collaborative and flexible approach

What Youll Do

• Design and deliver a health curriculum covering topics like nutrition mental health and relationships

• Create a safe and inclusive classroom that encourages discussion and self-awareness

• Adapt instruction to meet a wide range of learning behavioral and emotional needs

• Collaborate with counselors teachers and staff to support student growth and consistency

• Promote healthy habits and self-advocacy for real-life success

Why Youll Love Working Here

• Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles) plus paid holidays.

• Wellness perks including gym discounts mindfulness apps and prescription savings.

• Tuition reimbursement career development programs and leadership training.

• 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting.

• Health dental and vision insurance.

• Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling life coaching and mental health resources.

• Life insurance disability coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you.

The Pinnacle School is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity pregnancy status national origin age disability genetic information or status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process please contact us at .

Required Experience:

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