Wellness and Movement (PE/Health) Leave Replacement) - Avenues The World School : Job Details

What You'll Do

At Avenues, physical education and health education are one, and our N-12 Wellness and Movement (WAM) program reflects a commitment to holistic physical, mental, and social well-being. The Avenues WAM program aims to develop physical literacy, and build healthy habits, by providing exposure to cooperative games, traditional and alternative sports, fitness training, studio-based activities, and dance. We dive deeply into wellness topics like mindfulness, emotional intelligence, healthy choices, and relationship skills. We aim to create an environment that helps students build confidence and competence, allowing them to discover their interests and pursue excellence. Our goal is for students to develop habits and skills to generate the intrinsic motivation necessary for the pursuit of lifelong health.

In this role you will:

• Lead project-based wellness and movement classes and fitness electives for students grades 9-12
• Collaborate intensively with colleagues to develop innovative curricula and continually deepen student learning
• Ensure that students achieve key learning outcomes, targeting instruction thoughtfully to address individual needs
• Build a robust learning atmosphere that leads students to feel part of a rigorous but joyful learning community
• Inspire trust and confidence among parents and families

What You'll Bring

Teachers in this department bring all or most of the following:

• Experience teaching physical education and health (3+ years)
• Strong knowledge base in exercise science and human physiology
• Interest in teaching mindfulness, nutrition, and sexual heath
• Ability to teach in a variety of settings, including a gym, fitness studio and classroom
• Strong speaking, listening and demonstrative skills in large group settings
• A remarkable entrepreneurial drive, creativity and ability to bring new ideas to fruition
• Intellectual curiosity and humility to continually grow in teaching practices
• A strong sense of personal responsibility for the success of every student
• Ability to solve problems quickly and remain calm under pressure
• Bachelor's degree in related field

More Information

This role is for a temporary full time leave replacement estimated to take place between December 2 2024 to Feb 21, 2025. This role is compensated on a salary basis prorated for the duration of the assignment.

If hired for this position, the annual compensation range is $72,000- $110,000 depending on skills and experience. Leave positions for a duration of less than 3 months are not benefits eligible.