SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION:
This position is fully funded through a Federal Grant from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for a 1-year period (August 2025-July 2026). The grant cycle may renew annually through July 2029 pending funding availability. (August 2024-July 2029) (NOFO: CDC-RFA-DP-24-0139). Under direction, collaborates with team members, school staff, and stakeholders to develop, implement, and evaluate programs designed to improve the health and well-being of youth. Supports the district in the CDC?s What Works in Schools program and collects and uses school-based surveillance data. Supports school-based staff and facilitates the collaborative interaction of staff, parents, students, community members, and partnerships to promote effective instructional practices and student achievement of rigorous curriculum in Health Education. Provides school support to middle and high schools.PHYSICAL DEMANDS: NoneSPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possible travel for required training.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION:
This position is fully funded through a Federal Grant from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for a 1-year period (August 2025-July 2026). The grant cycle may renew annually through July 2029 pending funding availability. (August 2024-July 2029) (NOFO: CDC-RFA-DP-24-0139). Under direction, collaborates with team members, school staff, and stakeholders to develop, implement, and evaluate programs designed to improve the health and well-being of youth. Supports the district in the CDC?s What Works in Schools program and collects and uses school-based surveillance data. Supports school-based staff and facilitates the collaborative interaction of staff, parents, students, community members, and partnerships to promote effective instructional practices and student achievement of rigorous curriculum in Health Education. Provides school support to middle and high schools.PHYSICAL DEMANDS: NoneSPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possible travel for required training.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Combination of expertise in curriculum and instruction. Thorough knowledge of MCPS grades 6 - 12 Health Education curriculum for all types of learners. Knowledge of MCPS Strategic Plan goals, and state and national standards. Knowledge of Universal Design for Learning, effective differentiation, equitable practices, and culturally relevant curriculum. Ability to use web and video technology to present information and encourage collaboration and effective instruction. Ability to successfully collaborate with stakeholder groups to reach program outcomes. Ability to analyze formal and informal assessment data to determine instructional needs and professional development in Health Education. Ability to lead multiple projects. Excellent organizational, communication, and human relations skills.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:
Master?s degree or equivalency with courses in health education specialization, assessment/evaluation, administration and supervision, professional development, or accelerated and enriched instruction. Five years or more successful experience as a health education teacher or other health education field. School-based instructional leadership is desirable. Successful experience developing and supporting curriculum implementation and developing, coordinating, and conducting online and in person professional development and parent outreach activities. Experience in leading program improvement with system wide experience. Experience in planning and management of professional development for large groups. Experience in working with county, regional, and state professional committees or organizations. Experience in designing and implementing comprehensive educational materials and educator training sessions on Anti-Racism, Anti-Bias, Culturally Responsive, and Trauma-Informed Pedagogy.