Hybrid Middle School - Health Teacher na School Administrative Unit 53

Deerfield Community School, a PreK–8 public school in Deerfield, NH, is seeking qualified and enthusiastic candidates for a Middle School Health teacher for the 2025–2026 school year. This is a part time position (.75).

At Deerfield Community School, we are committed to building strong, supportive relationships with students, families, and the broader community. Our dedicated educators go above and beyond to meet the diverse needs of learners and foster a collaborative school culture. Teachers at DCS are active participants in school-wide initiatives and professional learning opportunities, including Critical Friends Groups (CFGs), Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), the Curriculum Review Board (CRB), weekly all-staff meetings, and targeted professional development.

We are looking for student centered, team oriented professionals who are passionate about teaching, continuous learning, and working collaboratively to support student success.
The Middle School Health & Wellness Teacher is responsible for developing and delivering engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons that promote physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being. The teacher will provide instruction aligned with state and district health and wellness standards, fostering students’ skills, knowledge, and attitudes to support lifelong health and wellness.

The following duties are representative of the position and not intended to be an exhaustive list:

• Instructional Delivery
  Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality health and wellness lessons for grades 6–8.
  Incorporate state and district curriculum standards, integrating current health education best practices.
  Use a variety of teaching strategies to engage diverse learners.

• Curriculum & Assessment
  Design and implement assessments to monitor student progress and inform instruction.
  Integrate health topics such as nutrition, mental health, human development, substance abuse prevention, physical activity, and personal safety.

• Professional Responsibilities
  Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation.
  Participate in professional development to remain current in health and wellness education.
  Support school-wide wellness initiatives and activities.

Knowledge

• Comprehensive understanding of adolescent physical, mental, and emotional development.
• Current health education standards, state guidelines, and best practices in middle school wellness instruction.
• Strategies for integrating physical health, nutrition, mental health, and social-emotional learning into curriculum.

• Strong instructional planning and classroom management skills.
• Proficient in integrating technology into instruction and student engagement.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills with students, families, and colleagues.
• Create a positive, supportive classroom culture that encourages healthy lifestyles.
• Handle sensitive health topics with professionalism, cultural competence, and discretion.?

• Bachelor’s degree in Health Education, Physical Education, or related field.
  New Hampshire teaching certification in Health Education or eligibility to obtain certification.
  Experience teaching middle school students preferred.