Health and Wellness Instuctor

Wayside•Framingham, MA

8d•$54,000 - $56,000

About The Position

Wayside Youth and Family Support Network is hiring a full-time (40 hours/week) Health and Wellness/Gym Instructor, who is responsible for the planning and implementation of curricula consistent with Massachusetts Framework, and in a safe and supportive setting. The Gym Instructor is expected to act professionally and in a manner that is consistent with Wayside’s core service values: resiliency, excellence and diversity.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Education or related field
Certification as educator in state of Massachusetts. We will consider individuals willing to pursue licensure if they have comparable experience in a related field.
At least two years of experience with population.

Nice To Haves

Ability to work independently (i.e. can self-direct on projects, can propose project solutions in regards to their curriculum area and lesson planning).
Flexibility and creative thinking (i.e. ability to adapt and adjust to changing work situations, recognize and respond quickly when lesson/activity does not go as planned).
Dependability and persistence (i.e. excellent follow through on assigned tasks.

Responsibilities

Implement physical education/health curricula (which has been approved by a Special Education certified teacher or administrator) for all students.
Provide challenging, motivating, relevant learning experiences
Teach classes by using various methods and materials to suit topic, IEP and/or learning style
Demonstrate working knowledge of all aspects of milieu expectation, programs, policies and procedures
Practice an approach to treatment that is creative and maximizes verbal intervention and processes with a client prior to the use of physical intervention tools
Provide progress reports, report cards, and other written reports as required and directed
Attend special events for the program, including graduation, holiday functions for the clients as well as any other event designated by the Principal. Attending events may be mandatory, but may not be part of a regular schedule, thus, becomes a secondary duty
Maintain confidentiality with regard to program and client information; communicate information to supervising staff as prescribed by program policy
Maintain first aid, CPR and TCI certification
Responsible for keeping in compliance with program and agency policies, standards and protocols
Attend supervision, staff meetings, agency trainings and meetings as assigned.
Responsible for any other duties as assigned by the Assistant Principal/Principal.