Long Term Substitute - Health Teacher

SEATTLE ACADEMY is a dynamic community that challenges students to question, imagine, and create in order to contribute boldly to a changing world. This mission comes alive in our urban school setting where we serve grades 6 – 12 in a vibrant, independent school environment. Our teaching philosophy is geared toward our mission and guiding principles of Culture of Performance, College and Life, Know the Kid, and Inclusive Community.  

We seek a full time Health Teacher - Long Term Substitute for the 2026-2027 academic year with the background and experience to teach a comprehensive health curriculum. Candidates should have 3-5 years teaching experience. A Masters' degree is preferred. 

These are characteristics of a successful health teacher:

• Knowledge of Health Education standards; 
• Understanding of adolescent development 6th-12th grade; 
• Ability to facilitate challenging, values-based and age appropriate discussions on various health topics such as reproductive health and sexuality, substance abuse, etc.; 
• Knowledge of social and emotional learning programs; 
• A growth mindset with a passion for your subject matter and an engaging learning environment; 
• Compassion, patience, sense of humor, contextual emotional intelligence; 
• Strong organizational and communication abilities; 
• Agility, influence, negotiation, and strong judgment & decision-making skills;
• Ability to build relationships with multiple constituent groups - teachers, parents, students, and administrative teams; 
• Experience with addressing student behavior; and 
• Creative and imaginative problem-solver.    

How to Apply:

SAAS offers an annual salary range of $73,500 - $90,500, depending on experience, for the long-term sub role, and an excellent benefit package following 90 days of employment. View our Faculty Benefits here.

Seattle Academy provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender presentation, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with the applicable federal, state, and local laws.