ST PAUL ACADEMY AND SUMMIT SCHOOL·Saint Paul, Minnesota
The Physical Health and Wellness teacher is responsible for delivering high-quality physical and health/wellness education to middle school students, focusing on wellness topics and activities that promote physical and emotional health.
Description St. Paul Academy and Summit School seeks candidates for an Adjunct Middle School Physical Education Teacher.
St. Paul Academy and Summit School (SPA) is a coeducational, non-sectarian, college preparatory day school serving more than 920 students in kindergarten through grade 12. Our two campuses are located approximately a mile apart in St. Paul, Minnesota, serving Grades K-5 on our Goodrich Campus and Grades 6-12 on our Randolph Campus. The school draws students from St. Paul, Minneapolis, and throughout the eastern and western suburbs.
Our mission—shaping the minds and the hearts of the people who will change the world—is a promise to our students and our families, and it pushes us to be thoughtful about everything we do.
It inspires us to be our best and reminds us that we have the responsibility to respect the unique potential in every child.
Our mission gives us purpose and represents our greatest aspirations and values.
But most of all, it reflects our deep belief in the talents and capabilities of our students.
For additional information about the school’s curriculum, community, and culture, please visit our website at www.spa.edu.
The Middle School at SPA is a place where students in Grades 6-8 experience the transition from childhood to young adulthood safely, surrounded by adults who care. Our culture is defined by our warm and welcoming community, our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and our innovative and rigorous curriculum. The Middle School curriculum emphasizes wide-ranging exploration and skill development in specific disciplines, taught by teachers who understand and genuinely enjoy students at this age. Organization and accountability are emphasized, and students learn to take responsibility for managing their work. In the Middle School, students are challenged to embrace new ideas and think independently. The classroom experience is based on increased academic rigor combined with increased freedom of choice and support for the social/emotional needs of young adolescents is provided using Developmental Designs for Middle School. Finally, the advisory system sets clear standards and expectations for individual behavior and community norms. For more information about the Middle School, please visit the Middle School section of our website.
The Physical Health and Wellness teacher position delivers high-quality physical and health/wellness education to middle school students.
Our physical education classes are centered around wellness topics and activities designed to promote students’ physical and emotional health and well-being. Students explore various topics that promote a healthy sense of self and a positive approach to fitness, nutrition, and healthy habits. Middle school courses address the construction and implementation of goal setting as it relates to overall physical and mental well-being.
In addition, this position will serve as a building substitute teacher during regular school hours as needed, following established lesson plans, managing classroom expectations, and supporting academic continuity across various middle school subjects
Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in physical education and/or health education or related fields, and should have experience working with middle school students as a teacher and coach. The ideal candidate understands the developmental needs of young adolescents and supports a program where self-reflection, empathy, teamwork, and flexibility are emphasized. They are able to operate effectively in diverse environments, interact successfully with people from widely varying backgrounds, and employ culturally responsive pedagogy to create an inclusive and equitable classroom community. In addition, candidates should be able to: Create developmentally appropriate curricula; Establish a supportive and engaging classroom environment for students; Work collaboratively with colleagues and parents/guardians; Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills with colleagues, students, and families; Advise students effectively and otherwise contribute to the life of the school outside the classroom Additional certifications, including but not limited to CPR/AED training, yoga, and outdoor education, are encouraged. All candidates are expected to carry out the mission of SPA, "Shaping the minds and hearts of the people who will change the world.”
Resume review will begin immediately. Interested candidates should apply online at www.spa.edu/employment. Please submit the following information with your application to be considered: letter of interest, resume, statement of teaching philosophy, and a list of references.
Market context
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