Classroom Teacher - Behavioral Health Education

Natchaug Hospital • Danielson, CT

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Natchaug Hospital Clinical Day Treatment Schools are seeking Teachers to join a collaborative, interdisciplinary team supporting students’ academic, clinical, and transitional needs. The schools serve students in grades 1–12 whose social, emotional, or behavioral health needs make it difficult for them to succeed in a regular school environment. Individual academic and clinical treatment plans are designed to address each student’s needs and support their return to a regular school as soon as possible.

The Teacher provides classroom instruction to a small group of 6–8 students in a Clinical Day Treatment environment. The role coordinates academic expectations with the sending school district and serves as a liaison between the home school and clinical staff. The position follows a 10-month school calendar schedule.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree plus 30 credits or a master’s degree.
• Current certification from the Connecticut State Department of Education.
• Current or pending special education certification.
• Experience working with children and adolescents in an educational setting, public or private.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with children and/or adolescents with behavioral and emotional needs.
• Knowledge of education procedures for working with or teaching emotionally disturbed students.
• Knowledge of special education laws and regulations, child and adolescent growth and development, and student learning styles.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom instruction for 6–8 students in a Clinical Day Treatment environment.
• Coordinate academic expectations with the sending school district.
• Serve as the liaison between the home school and clinical staff.

Benefits

• Tuition assistance up to $5,250 after six months of employment.
• Up to 40% tuition discounts with partner institutions for colleagues and dependents.
• Employee assistance and wellness programs, including a focus on mental health.
• Paid time off and health insurance packages.
• 401(k) plan with employer match up to 7%.
• Discounts on services, products, and optional coverages, including movie tickets, pet insurance, and travel.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level