Overview

Spence seeks a skilled educator to build on the school’s valued history of supporting student wellness as an integral part of their academic success. As a health teacher, the person in this role will teach required health classes with Upper School students and collaborate with the Upper School Dean of Students in supporting student life programs related to student wellness. This role also joins a team building a robust program for the empowerment of students of color through our health education and student life programs. As a part-time counselor, the person in this role will also be available to provide short-term counseling and consultation related to mental health with Upper School students.

This is a full-time position that reports to the Head of Upper School.

Responsibilities:

• Teach Upper School Health classes/seminars.
• Intentionally construct an interactive classroom environment for students to discuss topics in-depth through Spence’s Health curriculum.
• Enhance the identity development curriculum for students, with a specific focus on students of color and Black girls, within the Upper School Health program.
• Collaborate with colleagues related to student support, wellness, and teaching. In particular, work closely with the Upper School Counselor/Director of Psychological Services, Upper School Dean of Students, and Head of Upper School to create a positive, healthy school environment.
• Provide short-term counseling and consultation to Upper School students as needed.
• Apply assessment, counseling, and crisis intervention skills related to mental health as needed.
• Support an appreciation for the diversity, equity, inclusion and diversity of student life experiences and family structures within the Upper School.
• Participate fully in the life of the Upper School and serve as an advisor or equivalent student support role.