Anticipated Opening - Elementary Teacher

Behavioral Health Associates • Pottsville, PA

2d • $45,900 • Onsite

About The Position

Behavioral Health Associates (BHA) is an educational organization offering an academic learning environment integrated with behavior support services for students diagnosed with emotional/behavioral disorders. The goal is to empower students in overcoming challenges and creating new stories in their lives. This is an anticipated opening for an Elementary Teacher for the new PRIDE Program at Pottsville Academy, located at 2075 W. Norwegian St., Pottsville, PA 17901. BHA encourages anyone with a Bachelor's degree to apply, as they can assist in obtaining a teaching certification.

Requirements

• Valid Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate
• Experience working with children/students
• Utilizes effective written and oral expression
• Basic computer literacy

Nice To Haves

• Experience from a previous school or agency is preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students in assigned classes.
• Create and implement weekly lesson plans.
• Preparation for assigned classes.
• Assessment and reporting of student performance.
• Identifying students' various emotional, social, academic, and behavioral needs.
• Work and communicate with parents and staff regarding student needs and progress.
• Arrive at the job site according to the established work schedule.
• Coordinate classroom duties with support staff and administration.
• Be responsible for equipment and materials for the program.
• Have current lesson plans and appropriate materials available for use by any substitute, if necessary.
• Directly responsible for supervising the work of the support staff.
• Utilize non-violent crisis prevention intervention techniques when necessary.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of an environment which is non-threatening, safe, restorative, and where the students feel respected, accepted, and part of the school community.
• Attend staff meetings as required.
• Contribute to the school environment using techniques and strategies found within restorative practices guidelines.
• Follow any other job-related directions or duties as instructed by the Program Director.

Benefits

• Full Time
• Paid Leave for Sick and Personal Days
• Time Off for School Holiday and Breaks
• Paid Year Round
• Choice of Two Medical Plans, Dental, Vision and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Company Paid: Group Life Insurance and Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Plan with Company Match up to 3% of your Annual Salary
• Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

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