FY27: Wellness Trainer, Gaithersburg ES, 8 hrs/ 10 mos (Ad Closes 5/15/26)

Job Summary Under supervision of the Director of the Office Engagement, Behavioral Health, and Academics and in collaboration with the Community Schools Coordinator, the wellness trainer designs and implements a structured wellness program for diverse populations, advocating and promoting wellness, a healthy and active lifestyle, and healthy eating behaviors in assigned schools. The role includes the development and implementation of training programs, workshops, and presentations to train, support and provide materials and resources for school staff to engage and instruct students in matters related to wellness, fitness, restorative justice, and positive emotional and behavioral health. The wellness trainer provides training to assigned school staff through in-person as well as synchronous and asynchronous virtual formats. The trainer also assists and supports school staff with presentations, events, and workshops for students and families on topics that support positive emotional and mental health for students, families, and the school community. Additionally, the trainer provides mindfulness and restorative justice training, materials, and weekly guidance to community school staff to implement within school settings. The trainer develops and trains school staff members to serve as mindfulness/restorative justice coaches in their schools and supports students with effective practices. The position supports the goals and objectives of the MCPS Community Schools model and collaborates with all other MCPS offices to align student mental and emotional health supports, training, and resources across the system. Physical Demands Multiple wellness classes daily are required. Ability to lift and move material and equipment weighing up to thirty pounds is required in setting up training sessions. Special requirements include evening and weekend work. Job Specific Information The wage range for this position is between $27.67 and $41.87 per hour, based on years of service. For information about benefits, please follow the link below: Job Details Job Grade: 17 Organization: Gaithersburg Elementary School Primary Location: Gaithersburg Schedule: Full‑time Working Months: 10 Shift: Day Job Job Posting: May 6, 2026, 6:26:25 PM Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of mental health and emotional well‑being strategies and resources, including self‑care principles and techniques, internet/mobile applications, community provider resources, and workplace mental health initiatives. Knowledge of mindfulness techniques and restorative justice practices. Working knowledge of the community schools model. Ability to prepare and deliver effective and engaging wellness training programs to small and large groups using in-person and virtual formats. Strong interpersonal communication and human relations skills. Ability to develop and deliver training programs that inspire others to recognize the rewards of psychological good health and work toward achieving competence in personal health, wellness, and emotional well‑being. Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, Google suite, web‑based applications, and social media skills. Education, Training, and Experience High School or GED diploma required. Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred. College courses in mindfulness, restorative justice, kinesiology, yoga, exercise physiology, physical education, exercise science/fitness leadership, dietetics, nutrition, public health, or other exercise‑based discipline preferred. Experience developing and presenting informational/training programs to a diverse audience. Ability to assess and develop presentations and training materials suitable for school‑aged children. Experience coaching, mentoring, and working with adults required. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience that provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered. Certificate/l License: None #J-18808-Ljbffr Montgomery County Public Schools