ACADEMIC TEACHER (6-12)
About The Position
Palm Shores Behavioral Health Center is an intensive inpatient residential treatment program that utilizes social/emotional therapy and trauma-informed care to serve adolescents (ages 11 to 17). The program builds upon the resiliency skills used to overcome challenges in their personal lives. The facility is looking for a certified Teacher in a code subject area either Science or English who will be responsible for the educational leadership of students in the classroom. Provides a classroom environment conducive to learning. Strives to maximize the educational achievement of each student. Reviews student records in order to develop a foundation of understanding regarding each student’s abilities and needs. Certified in ESE (Exceptional Student Education) or willing to become certified within 6 months of hire. The Hospital/Homebound school within the facility contracts with the Manatee County school district to provide a small classroom educational environment to residential patients. A 4:1 student to staff ratio is maintained throughout the school day for behavior support in the classroom with additional support from on-site psychiatrists, a board certified behavior analyst, therapists and a full medical team. We follow required state and county rules and regulations for a Hospital/Homebound site. A student to direct care staff ratio is maintained throughout the school day for behavior support in the classroom with additional support from on-site psychiatrists, nursing staff, a board-certified behavior analyst, and therapists. We follow required state and county rules and regulations for a Hospital/Homebound site. Teachers are employees of the facility and not under a teacher contract/re-negotiation. Challenging and rewarding work environment School hours: 8:30 am - 3:300 pm 11-month schedule
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from a fully accredited college or university.
- Florida Teaching Certification Required: Certified in a Core Area (grades 6-12)
- ESE certification or ability to meet this requirement within 6 months
- Knowledge of educational theories and classroom teaching strategies.
- Ability to work with multi-level/multi-grade students in small class environment.
- Computer literacy.
- Commitment to facility mission and policies
- Must be able to pass a Level 2 Background Screening to work in Healthcare (AHCA) and Pre-employment Drug Test.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the educational leadership of students in the classroom
- Provides a classroom environment conducive to learning
- Strives to maximize the educational achievement of each student
- Reviews student records in order to develop a foundation of understanding regarding each student’s abilities and needs
Benefits
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
