TEACHER - SOCIAL STUDIES
About The Position
Suncoast Behavioral Health Center provides quality mental health care and education services for adolescents, ages 11–17 who are experiencing behavioral, emotional, educational, family and social challenges. The dedicated professionals at Suncoast Behavioral Health Center provide quality mental health treatment for children. The program establishes healthy behaviors and prepares children to transition back home. The facility is looking for a Teacher who will be responsible for the educational leadership of students in the classroom. Provides a classroom environment conducive to learning. Strives to maximize the educational achievement of each student. Reviews student records in order to develop a foundation of understanding regarding each student’s abilities and needs. The Hospital/Homebound school within the facility contracts with the Manatee County school district to provide a small classroom educational environment to residential patients. A 4:1 student to staff ratio is maintained throughout the school day for behavior support in the classroom with additional support from on-site psychiatrists, a board certified behavior analyst, therapists and a full medical team. We follow required state and county rules and regulations for a Hospital/Homebound site.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from a fully accredited college or university.
- Florida Educators certificate required by the Florida Department of Education.
- Social Studies (grades 6-12) preferred.
- Knowledge of educational theories and classroom teaching strategies.
- Ability to work with multi-level/multi-grade students in small class environment.
- Computer literacy.
- Commitment to facility mission and policies.
- Must adhere to all facility and school board policies.
- Pass a Level 2 background check and pre-employment drug screen.
Nice To Haves
- Certified in ESE (Exceptional Student Education) or willing to become certified within 6 months of hire.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the educational leadership of students in the classroom.
- Provides a classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Strives to maximize the educational achievement of each student.
- Reviews student records in order to develop a foundation of understanding regarding each student’s abilities and needs.
Benefits
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan
- Health Savings Account
- Life Insurance Provided
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Generous Paid Time Off (similar to Manatee County School 11 month Schedule)
- Professional development assistance
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
