Job Summary:

At Aurora Charter School, we believe our greatest resource is the people who form our team.  The Health and Wellness 6th-8th Grade Teacher under the supervision of the principal is responsible for creating a dual-language immersion (Spanish) classroom environment that develops student’s awareness and understanding of health and nutrition, biological functions, the importance of mental well-being; and motivates students to work towards healthy habits for life.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Develops and administers Health Education classes consistent with school district goals and objectives. 
• Teaches knowledge and understanding of physiology, health and nutrition, anatomy, and biological functions. 
• Develops students’ concepts in nutrition and related topics. 
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement, and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students’ education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Collaborates with other staff members, especially within physical education and grade level, and participates in faculty meetings, Aurora professional development opportunities, and committees. 
• Participates in various student and parent activities which occur in school including curriculum nights, parent/teacher conferences, and school events. 
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities: 

• Bilingual (English/Spanish), possess a Native to Academic Spanish level  
• Knowledge of current health education instructional methods, as well as differentiated instruction based on student learning styles and levels.
• Knowledge of physiology, health and nutrition, biology and biological functions, anatomy, hygiene, exercise, and best ways to promote physical and mental well-being.
• Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with all internal and external individuals who support our students and families. 

Education and Experience:

• MN teaching license in Health Education or ability to obtain one
• Must be proficient in Native or Academic Spanish 
• Satisfactorily pass a criminal background check

Physical Requirements: 

• Required to lift or carry classroom supplies, textbooks, furniture, and equipment to a minimum of 35 pounds.  
• Required to sit, stand, bend, stoop, reach, grab, pull, hear, see, and speak on a daily basis.
• Required to perform repetitive physical tasks such as computer keyboarding, writing, and reading

FLSA: Exempt