Special Education Teacher

Sequel Employment Center•Andersonville, TN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

We are passionate about what we do and delight in providing excellent programs that make permanent, positive changes in the lives of those we serve. Our programs are designed to equip our clients with the vision, motivation, life skills, education, and self-discipline necessary to lead a successful life. Norris Academy is a residential treatment facility located in Andersonville, TN approximately 30 minutes north of Knoxville. We serve youth ages 6 to 17 who are diagnosed with mental health and/or Autism Spectrum/neuro-developmental disorders. Our 63-bed facility serves youth from Tennessee as well as several other states. Our team is fully committed to offering a broad spectrum of services and options that care for our patients and families alike. Today we are looking for Special Education Teachers to join our team of dedicated individuals. Our teachers have an opportunity to have a truly meaningful career, while enjoying a wealth of benefits and incentives. What is it like to work at a Sequel program! Check us out on Glassdoor or follow us on Facebook or LinkedIn. Also visit our website at www.sequelyouthservices.com. The Job The Special Education Teacher will create and implement effective and engaging lesson plans in the classroom to students with special needs on variety of ability levels.

Requirements

Must have a current Tennessee Teaching License.
Bachelor’s degree in Education.
Must be able to meet the unique educational needs of all students.
Must have effective classroom management skills and demonstrate an enthusiasm and competence for working with special needs students.

Nice To Haves

Priority consideration will be given to candidates with a SPED certification.
Preferred experience working in Special Education.

Responsibilities

Create and implement lesson plans.
Teach to a variety of students on different ability and grade levels.
Provide effective classroom management skills.
Attend educational meetings (IEP, Eligibility, professional development, teacher meeting, ect.).
Work in a collaborative environment with all staff at Norris Academy.
Represent the educational department in a professional manner.
Complete educational testing on students.
Evaluate students’ educational needs and plan curriculum accordingly.
Process a high volume of paperwork and reporting efficiently and effectively.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance after 30 days
Company provided Long Term Disability
Company provided AD&D/Life insurance
Flexible Spending Program/Health Savings Account
Paid time off
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Tuition/Student Loan Assistance Program
Employer-matched 401(K) after 30 days of employment
Impact somebody’s life and make a difference
Daily Pay - a company sponsored benefit that allows employees to access a portion of their base wages in advance of their payday