General Education Teacher - Health

LIONSGATE ACADEMY•Shoreview, MN

10d

About The Position

Lionsgate Academy specializes in educating students living with Autism and other learning differences and offers more than a typical school. HEALTH TEACHING POSITION: Grades 7-12, block schedule, 6 classes with 8-15 students/class Develop and deliver engaging health education lessons on topics such as nutrition, mental health, substance abuse prevention, and physical fitness. Create a safe and inclusive learning environment that encourages student participation and open discussion. Assess student understanding through tests, projects, and class participation, and adjust teaching methods as needed. Collaborate with parents, service providers, and other staff to support student health and well-being. Stay updated on current health trends and guidelines to provide accurate and relevant information. OUR STAFF: Collaborate daily with team members Have full benefit options including medical, vision, disability, HSA, FSA, 403b and free dental 80 hours Paid Time Off in the school year Are passionate about the work they do in a fun and rewarding environment Receive mentor support Have summers off and the opportunity to work Extended School Year (summer school) We offer: $37,500 - $70,000 depending on education and experience This position description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned. Ability to competently perform all of the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic responsibilities of all positions at Lionsgate Academy.

Requirements

Possession of a valid Minnesota Teaching License in the appropriate licensure area through Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB): Health
Ability to operate a computer and the software necessary to complete required job tasks

Nice To Haves

If not currently or appropriately licensed, must be willing and eligible to apply for and receive an Out of Field Permission or Tier 1 or Tier 2 Teaching License
Classroom teaching and teaming experience with special education and regular education service teams.
Experience and/or expertise with students on the Autism spectrum

Responsibilities

Develop and deliver engaging health education lessons on topics such as nutrition, mental health, substance abuse prevention, and physical fitness.
Create a safe and inclusive learning environment that encourages student participation and open discussion.
Assess student understanding through tests, projects, and class participation, and adjust teaching methods as needed.
Collaborate with parents, service providers, and other staff to support student health and well-being.
Stay updated on current health trends and guidelines to provide accurate and relevant information.