TEACHER
About The Position
New Directions School is seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and student-focused High School Science Teacher for its private academic program within a Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP). The school provides educational services to adolescents whose emotional or behavioral health needs have affected their educational experience. The teacher will provide engaging, standards-based instruction and create a safe, structured, supportive, and trauma-informed classroom environment. The role works collaboratively with behavioral health and educational professionals to support students’ academic success, growth, and well-being. The position is full-time at New Directions School in Lemont Furnace, Pennsylvania, with a Monday–Friday daytime schedule. Courses may include Biology, Physical Science, Environmental Science, Chemistry, and/or General Science. The teacher will support students’ academic achievement and wellness through individualized instruction, collaboration, and compassion.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Science, or a related field.
- Pennsylvania teaching certification in a secondary science discipline, or ability to obtain certification.
- Strong instructional, organizational, and classroom management skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary treatment team.
- Compassionate, student-centered approach and ability to build positive relationships with students facing significant challenges.
- Flexibility, patience, adaptability, strong collaboration and teamwork skills, and commitment to supporting academic achievement and student wellness.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with adolescents in alternative education, special education, behavioral health, or mental health settings.
- Knowledge of trauma-informed practices and positive behavior support strategies.
- Experience implementing IEPs and accommodations.
- Crisis intervention or de-escalation training.
Responsibilities
- Teach high school science courses, including Biology, Physical Science, Environmental Science, Chemistry, and/or General Science.
- Develop and deliver lesson plans aligned with Pennsylvania academic standards.
- Differentiate instruction to meet students’ diverse learning, behavioral, and emotional needs.
- Foster a positive, trauma-informed classroom environment that promotes academic engagement and personal growth.
- Monitor and document student progress, attendance, grades, and educational outcomes.
- Collaborate with therapists, behavioral health staff, family members, and treatment teams to support student success.
- Participate in treatment team meetings, educational planning meetings, and parent conferences.
- Implement accommodations and modifications outlined in IEPs, 504 Plans, and other educational supports.
- Use effective classroom management and de-escalation strategies.
- Support students in developing critical thinking, problem-solving, self-regulation, and self-advocacy skills.
- Maintain compliance with educational regulations, school policies, and program standards.
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Retirement plan options.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Supportive team environment.
- Predictable daytime schedule with no evenings or weekends.
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Job Type
Full-time
