Teacher - Youth Services

Educational Service District 112•Cowlitz County Juvenile Detention Center, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction of the School Programs Director, the Youth Services teacher designs and implements curriculum, instruction, assessment, and behavior management strategies to facilitate learning and promote positive behavior change for at risk high school students. This position is located at the Cowlitz County Youth Services facility (JR/SR High School) in Longview, WA. It is a 1.0 FTE position with a base contract of 185 days and a supplemental contract of 14 days. Regular attendance is required to ensure consistency for students and support a positive, productive learning environment.

Requirements

Hold or be eligible to hold a valid Washington teacher credential with a minimum of one endorsement for grades 4-12 subject matter (e.g. English/language arts, math).
Two years of experience teaching students with challenging behaviors.
Experience working with at-risk students in small group, classroom and one-on-one situations.
Successful completion of a criminal history and fingerprint check through the Washington State Patrol and FBI.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in education.
Meet highly qualified requirements by testing or hold endorsements in core academic subjects for English/language arts, math, civics/government and reading.
Three years of experience working in mental health, juvenile justice or alternative education field.
Experience with case management of delinquent or pre-delinquent students.
Experience with computer-based instruction.
Experience with alcohol and other drug programs for students.

Responsibilities

Design lesson plans using researched based teaching strategies and alternative education best practices that meet Washington state essential academic learning requirements and meet student's individualized goals and objectives.
Facilitate skill-building in the areas of personal and social development including: goal setting, conflict resolution, anger management, decision making, communication and team building in conjunction with other staff.
Design, implement, and continuously adjust instructional strategies to meet student individualized goals and objectives.
Communicate with school personnel and gather information regarding educational needs.
Design assessment strategies and collect continuous performance data to assess progress on student goals and objectives.
Create and maintain a classroom environment and behavior management plan that facilitates learning and promotes positive student behaviors.
Design and implement work-based projects that enhance educational and personal development goals and provides a service to the community.
Work cooperatively and communicate with program staff, community resource team and parents.
Gather data and prepare required reports and records.
Establish and interpret student performance results on general equivalency test exams.
Maintain regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Other duties as assigned.