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Wellness Educator (.6 FTE) - Canton High School

Young World Physical Education, Canton, MA, United States


Wellness Educator (.6 FTE) - Canton High School
Job ID:

5624096

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Re-Posted:

Apr 07, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Aug 26, 2026

Job Description
Canton High School Wellness Department is seeking an exceptional and dynamic candidate to serve as the

.6 High School Wellness Educator

for the 2026-2027 school year and beyond beginning on

August 26, 2026 . The chosen candidate will join a vibrant and supportive team that places a high priority on collaboration, creativity, flexibility, and commitment to the goals of the District and to our students, families, and staff.

Our Wellness Department strives to maintain an inclusive community for all students and staff and serves over 960 students in grades 9-12. The Wellness Department is elevating the educational experience for our students by cultivating a school culture and climate that promotes academic growth and social-emotional learning for every student, and ensures high-quality teaching and learning through the purposeful design of rigorous and equitable student experiences.

We are eager to find the next member of our team who collaborates with other educators to create the conditions necessary so that every student experiences the true joy of learning, the excitement of achievement, discovers areas of passion, and experiences an authentic sense of belonging in their school.

JOB SUMMARY
Canton High School teachers provide a well-organized, academically challenging, culturally and linguistically responsive learning environment in which students can access the curriculum, make progress toward Massachusetts standards, and develop social and emotional skills to participate in society, while also providing a safe, supportive, and welcoming educational environment for all students.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences to meet the needs of all learners

Develop lesson plans that align with the state standards and district-determined high-quality instructional practices

Create a culturally and linguistically responsive classroom environment

Identify, select, and implement differentiated instructional resources and methods to meet students’ varying needs based on relevant data

Follow and implement individual student safety plans, IEPs, 504s, health care plans, behavior support plans etc.

Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress, achievement, and attendance

Manage student behavior in the classroom and school by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures in accordance with the student handbook

Participate in department and faculty meetings, parent/guardian meetings, and professional development opportunities.

Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents/guardians regarding student progress and student needs

Performs other duties specifically articulated within the collective bargaining agreement as assigned by the building principal and/or District administration

QUALIFICATIONS

Maintain Valid Massachusetts DESE teacher certification in

Physical Education (5-12) and/or Health and Family/Consumer Sciences (all levels)

Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university.

Highly Qualified per Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE)

Outstanding written and verbal communication skills

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the school department may find appropriate and acceptable

REPORTS TO:

Wellness Coordinator and Building Principal

SUPERVISES:

Not Applicable

WORK YEAR:

183 days

COMPENSATION:

Per the Unit A Collective Bargaining Agreementhere.

Position Type:

School Year- 183 Days

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Health; Classroom Teacher > Physical Education

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

Adam Hughes , Wellness Coordinator

Canton High School

Phone: 7818215050 ext 2901

Email: hughesa@cantonma.org

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