Teacher (Mathematics) - %245,000 SIGNING INCENTIVE!

State of Ohio•Massillon, OH

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ohio Department of Youth Services (DYS) is seeking a Teacher to join their team. DYS is dedicated to transforming and saving the lives of youth throughout the state by supporting them, empowering families, and strengthening communities. In addition to three juvenile corrections facilities, DYS supports over 600 community programs that reach more than 90,000 youth statewide. This role involves working with students who are an average of 16-18 years old in small class sizes of 6-8 students. The position offers comprehensive paid training, significant time off, and no study hall or lunch supervisory duties. The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace and this position may be subject to additional restrictions.

Requirements

Baccalaureate degree or less (for Teacher 1)
Baccalaureate degree & 20 additional quarter hrs. but less than master’s degree (for Teacher 2)
Master’s degree (for Teacher 3)
Master’s degree & 30 hrs. of post-graduate study (for Teacher 4)
Applicant must successfully obtain Teacher Certificate or License prior to employment.
Must successfully obtain a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening.
Must complete a paid, mandatory 6 weeks of pre-service training.

Nice To Haves

Leadership
Commitment to excellence
Professionalism
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Good judgment of people and situations
Change agent
Excellent customer service
Trauma-responsive
Solution driven
Able to use current technology, including computers
Interest in professional growth and development
Knowledge of ODE Academic Content Standards and project-based personalized learning
Competent in curriculum building and program improvement in content, methods, and materials

Responsibilities

Assess educational needs of youth and develop and implement lesson plans to address those needs, including individualized assignments and training.
Provide instruction with individual assistance.
Counsel students concerning their performance, behavior, and/or personal problems.
Organize and/or monitor extracurricular activities if assigned.

Benefits

20% supplement
$5,000 signing incentive
Medical Coverage
Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
Intersession leave – 40 days off per year
186 student days
Additional personal and sick leave
No study hall/lunch supervisory responsibilities
Comprehensive paid training
Travel, lodging, and meals provided during pre-service training