PRN Teacher

Crestwyn Behavioral Health•Memphis, TN

About The Position

The Teacher teaches students basic academic, social, and other formative skills through instruction in one or more subjects, and promotes their physical, mental, and social development. The role includes identifying students’ educational needs, developing educational plans, preparing and delivering lessons, evaluating student progress, and supporting students individually and in groups. The Teacher also communicates with families and colleagues, maintains a positive and safe learning environment, documents plans and progress, and follows treatment plans and facility requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field eligible for teacher certification or licensure in the state where the facility is located.
Current certification or license to teach in the state where the facility is located.
CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification; training is available upon hire and offered by the facility.
Knowledge of developmental stages and behaviors for the students’ age group.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of experience working with the population served by the facility.
First aid certification may be required depending on the state or facility.

Responsibilities

Identify students’ educational needs and develop formal educational plans or programs to address them.
Create lesson plans and teach subjects, study skills, and communication skills.
Observe and evaluate students’ educational abilities, strengths, and weaknesses, and help them improve.
Teach and mentor students in classes, small groups, and one-on-one settings.
Communicate student progress with family members, counselors, administrators, and other teachers.
Work individually with students to address learning challenges and prepare them for standardized tests as required by the state.
Document educational plans, goals, and progress as required by the facility and state.
Supervise the classroom and maintain a positive learning environment.
Develop and enforce classroom rules and administrative policies.
Supervise students outside the classroom, such as during lunch or detention.
Adhere to treatment plans and participate in treatment team meetings when requested.
Maintain a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude toward customers; acknowledge and work to resolve complaints when patient needs are not met; and prioritize patient safety.
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.