Middle or Upper School Health Teacher (25%)

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• New York, NY, Salary Range: $9464.00 - $18708.00Salary, Middle or Upper School Health Teacher Leave Replacement Part time (25%) September 1, 2026 to January 22, 2027 Overview Spence seeks a skilled educator to build on the school’s valued history of supporting student wellness as an integral part of their academic success. As a health teacher, the person in this role will teach required Middle or Upper School health classes.

Responsibilities

Teach 5-6 Health classes per week Deliver established health curriculum while being responsive to student questions Collaborate with the middle and upper school health teams Qualifications: Qualifications: Finds joy in working with young people and in school life Demonstrates pedagogical skill and an appreciation for the science and the craft of teaching Demonstrates cultural competency and skills engaging with and learning from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences Possesses an advanced degree or equivalent experience in Health Education Possesses knowledge of and experience with: positive identity development of girls, sexuality education/adolescent sexual health, substance use, and body image Has sustained experience working with Middle or Upper School students in a teaching capacity Has experience establishing clear boundaries for a respectful and interactive classroom environment Has excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing Regards collaboration as an essential component of professional growth Approaches work with optimism, energy, kindness, and a sense of humor Spence is committed to an equitable program and a diverse faculty and student body.

We therefore actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds.