TEACHER - SUBSTITUTE

UHS•Horsham Township, PA

About The Position

The Teacher will provide age and developmentally appropriate educational instruction in manner consistent with the philosophy and objectives of The Horsham Clinic.The Teacher is responsible for following the existing curriculum set forth by organizational guidelines. The Teacher is responsible to assess, develop and implement an education plan based on the patient's learning needs. The teacher will also be a liaison with the patient's home district and is a an integral member of the treatment team in developing the continuing care plan with regards to educational services post discharge.

Requirements

2-3 years experience working in Psychiatric Mental Health setting
Bachelors Degree in Education required. Masters Degree preferred
PA Elementary or Secondary Education Certification.
Comfortability working with patient population encompassing K-12 ages groups.
Experience and knowledge in child/adolescent development; emotional/behavioral disorders in young people, classroom management; PA core curriculum standards.
Demonstrates working knowledge of behavioral mental health, classroom management, and positive reinforcement
Ability to plan, direct, and monitor others activities with demonstrated leadership abilities that contribute to a positive work environment.

Nice To Haves

Masters Degree

Responsibilities

Provide age and developmentally appropriate educational instruction in manner consistent with the philosophy and objectives of The Horsham Clinic.
Following the existing curriculum set forth by organizational guidelines.
Assess, develop and implement an education plan based on the patient's learning needs.
Liaison with the patient's home district
Integral member of the treatment team in developing the continuing care plan with regards to educational services post discharge.