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TEACHER - SPECIALIST HEALTH AND WELLNESS - SY 26-27
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Job Title: Health & Wellness Teacher
Department: Teachers
Reports to: Principal
Location: SLE Elementary School
Job Type: This is a full-time non-exempt salaried position.
Welcome to Lawrence Public Schools
Lawrence Public Schools is committed to ensuring that ALL students successfully master the content and skills necessary to graduate from high school, college, and/or career ready. We achieve this by providing a standards-based, rigorous instructional program focused on academic achievement and the development of 21st-century skills, accompanied by a comprehensive system of support. These efforts are monitored and assessed regularly to ensure accountability to all stakeholders.
Position Summary:
The Health & Wellness Teacher is a vital member of the SLE Elementary School community and an important contributor to the mission of Lawrence Public Schools. Through engaging instruction in health, physical activity, social-emotional learning, and healthy lifestyle practices, you will empower students to develop the knowledge, skills, and habits necessary for lifelong well-being. Your expertise will help create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where students can build confidence, make healthy choices, and thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Serve as a positive and motivating role model, fostering a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment that encourages students to develop lifelong healthy habits and a positive attitude toward wellness.
- Plan and deliver high-quality Health & Wellness instruction aligned with Massachusetts Health and Physical Education Frameworks, incorporating research-based practices that promote physical, social, emotional, and mental well-being.
- Design and implement lessons that develop students' health literacy, physical fitness, social-emotional skills, and decision-making abilities through active participation and meaningful learning experiences.
- Monitor student growth and progress in health and wellness competencies, providing specific, actionable feedback that supports individual development and goal attainment.
- Promote a culture of wellness by encouraging healthy choices, physical activity, teamwork, self-awareness, and responsible decision-making both in and outside the classroom.
- Collaborate with classroom teachers, specialists, counselors, families, and community partners to support student wellness and integrate health-related concepts across the school community.
- Build supportive working relationships with colleagues and staff, contributing to a positive school culture and participating in professional learning opportunities.
- Maintain a safe and organized learning environment, ensuring that all activities, equipment, and instructional practices meet district and school safety expectations.
- Support school-wide initiatives that advance student health, wellness, attendance, and social-emotional development.
- Other responsibilities as needed and assigned by administration.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Prior experience teaching physical education preferred.
- Knowledge of child development, health education, physical activity, nutrition, and social-emotional learning best practices for elementary-aged students.
- Ability to collaborate with other teachers, instructional leaders, and partners to ensure instruction is meeting the needs of all students.
- Ability to design and deliver engaging, standards-aligned Health & Wellness instruction that meets the diverse needs of learners.
- Strong classroom management skills and the ability to facilitate active, student-centered learning experiences.
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to use student data and assessments to monitor progress and inform instruction.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Massachusetts Physical Education (PreK-8) teaching license required
- Proficient in English.
- Bachelor's Degree required.
- Bilingual Spanish preferred.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lawrence Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment for employees and applicants. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.
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Non-Discrimination Statement
Lawrence Public Schools is dedicated to maintaining a workplace and learning environment free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose discrimination or participate in investigations.
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of the required background check and availability of funding.
Position : 302414009
Location : SLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Posting End : 07/30/2026
Salary: $61,788.00-$94,614.00
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