Health & Physical Education Teacher

Apis Services Inc•Quincy Township, PA

2d•$0 - $50,000•Onsite

About The Position

At Abraxas Youth and Family Services, we are seeking compassionate, dedicated professionals for the Health & Physical Education Teacher role. This position is part of the Leadership Development Program (LDP, Building 6) and offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day by shaping futures. We believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and independent life. We provide the training, support, and opportunities needed to help you thrive, with no experience required for many positions and paid training provided. For over 53 years, Abraxas Youth and Family Services has been dedicated to improving lives through high-quality services and support, and our employees play a vital role in helping individuals achieve greater independence, confidence, and success.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in related field in subject matter that is utilized for teaching experience
PA Teaching Certification (Public School Certification (public I or II) or Private Academic School Certification), or ability to work under and maintain an emergency permit.
Experience using effective behavior management techniques in relating to children to encourage participation and positive relationships and demonstrates enthusiasm in lessons.
At least twenty-one (21) years of age
Must have a valid Driver's License
Physical exam that includes TB and drug testing.
Must pass both federal and state background checks which screen for crimes including, but not limited to drug related crimes, violent crimes, sexual abuse, domestic violence, child abuse, and repeated misdemeanors.
Satisfactory completion of background screening and applicable pre-employment checks, including but not limited to employment and/or personal reference and driving records.
Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

Nice To Haves

Compassionate
Dependable
Patient
Team-Oriented
Service-Focused
Professional
Positive
Committed to Helping Others

Responsibilities

Employ a wide variety of instructional methods, behavioral tools, and materials that are most appropriate for meeting standard operating procedures and educational objectives that are outlined in the school curriculum.
Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the clients’ maturity.
Create and maintain accurate client/administrative documents such as daily attendance and grade books; summarize achievements in reports for assigned clients including attendance and behavior.
Develop daily lesson plans and complete all required educational paperwork.
Participate as an educational team member in coordination with the clients, staff, and school and represent the program in professional meetings, family meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops.
Support the Abraxas philosophy and mission and promote the Seven Key Principles of care.
Demonstrate appropriate use of Safe Crisis Management techniques and skills.