Highly Qualified Social Studies Teacher, South County Academy
About The Position
Responsible for delivering engaging social studies curriculum including American History, World History, literature etc. to high school students with significant emotional/behavioral needs in a clinical residential school setting. The role involves developing and monitoring student Individual Education Programs (IEP) in accordance with Department of Education regulations and standards. The teacher will work collaboratively with the management team to ensure the safety, stability, and wellbeing of students in our care who have been placed through the Department of Children, Youth and Families. This is a full-time, year-round position.
Requirements
- Bachelors Degree in Teaching or Education
- RI certification as Teacher of regular or special education
- Knowledge base around subject matter i.e Art, Phys Ed, Science, Math, English, History
- Experience with children with behavioral/psychiatric challenges
- Skilled in operating various medical record software and hardware, word-processing, and database software programs
- Excellent multitasking and communication skills a must
- Ability to work independently and part of a team
- Current driver’s license, reliable transportation, registration and auto insurance
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Travel to and from community locations and office site, which could include using walkways, stairs and/or elevators
- Ability to lift up to 20lbs
- Provide emergency coverage; ratio to the programs as needed
- Ability to be trained in and implement de-escalation techniques utilizing Handle with Care when necessary
Nice To Haves
- Spanish Speaking preferred and is compensated
Responsibilities
- Delivering engaging social studies curriculum including American History, World History, literature etc. to high school students with significant emotional/behavioral needs in a clinical residential school setting
- Develop and monitor student Individual Education Programs (IEP) in accordance with Department of Education regulations and standards
- Works collaboratively with the management team to ensure safety, stability and wellbeing of students in our care that have been placed through the Department of Children, Youth and Families
Benefits
- comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and work life benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
