Future Ready Teacher

Young World Physical Education

Manson (IA)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Young World Physical Education is looking for a Future Ready Teacher to work at THRIVE Academy in Manson, Iowa. This full-time position involves developing life skills and career readiness in middle and high school students, aligning instruction with state standards and transition needs.

The teacher will support students facing various challenges, offering mentorship and ensuring a safe learning environment. A valid Iowa Teaching License is required, along with strong communication and classroom management skills.

Qualifications

Experience in teaching life skills, career readiness, or alternative education.
Knowledge of trauma-informed instructional strategies.
Experience supporting students with disabilities or behavioral challenges.

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver engaging instruction for adult life preparation.
Monitor academic and personal growth of students.
Create a structured and supportive learning environment.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Classroom management

Collaboration skills

Ability to build positive relationships

Commitment to trauma-informed practices

Education

Valid Iowa Teaching License

Job description

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Job Details

Job ID: 5733253

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 22, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 17, 2026

Job Description

THRIVE Academy – Manson Northwest Webster CSD

Grades Served: Middle School & High School

Position Type: Full-Time Teaching Position

Location: THRIVE Academy – Manson, Iowa

Reports To: Principal / Building Administrator

THRIVE Academy is a therapeutic, trauma-informed educational program serving students with academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and mental health needs. The Future Ready Teacher provides practical, real-world instruction focused on preparing students for adulthood, independent living, employment, relationships, and responsible decision-making.

Position Summary

The Future Ready Teacher is responsible for developing and delivering applied instruction that equips middle school and high school students with the skills necessary to function successfully as independent, productive, and responsible adults. This position blends components of life skills, employability, financial literacy, personal development, career readiness, parenting awareness, and independent living into a comprehensive “Adulting 101” style curriculum.

Instruction is aligned to multiple State SCED course areas including Life Skills, Personal and Career Readiness, Career Exploration, Employability Skills, Consumer Economics/Personal Finance, Personal Development, Child Development/Parenting, and Food Preparation & Health Management.

This position emphasizes relationship-building, mentorship, social-emotional support, and real-world application of skills through highly engaging, hands-on instruction. Teachers also serve as Homeroom Advisors, providing ongoing guidance, accountability, and support for a small group of students.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Instruction & Curriculum

Plan and deliver engaging, practical instruction focused on preparing students for adult life and future success.
Develop and implement curriculum aligned to State SCED course standards and student transition needs.
Teach and facilitate instruction in areas including:

Life Skills & Independent Living
Career Exploration & Employability Skills
Financial Literacy & Budgeting
Consumer Awareness & Personal Finance
Decision-Making & Problem-Solving
Goal Setting & Self-Advocacy
Time Management & Responsibility
Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Child Development & Parenting Basics
Basic Cooking Skills & Meal Preparation
Wellness, Healthy Habits, & Personal Responsibility

Utilize hands‑on, project-based, experiential, and community‑connected learning opportunities whenever possible.
Connect instruction to real‑world situations, workplace expectations, independent living, and post‑secondary readiness.
Differentiate instruction to meet varying academic, behavioral, developmental, and emotional functioning levels.
Integrate social‑emotional learning, executive functioning supports, and trauma‑informed practices into daily instruction.

Student Support & Advisement

Serve as a Homeroom Advisor, building positive, consistent relationships with assigned students.
Monitor student academic, behavioral, social‑emotional, and personal growth.
Support students in developing independence, self‑confidence, accountability, and resilience.
Reinforce workplace readiness skills, including attendance, communication, teamwork, initiative, and professionalism.
Support students in developing coping strategies, self‑regulation skills, and positive decision‑making habits.
Utilize de‑escalation, co‑regulation, and restorative practices during times of student dysregulation.

Classroom Environment & Behavioral Support

Create a structured, safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment.
Maintain clear expectations, routines, and procedures that support student success.
Apply MTSS, restorative, and trauma‑informed frameworks to support student growth.
Collaborate with support staff and special education teams to implement accommodations, modifications, and intervention plans.
Support students with behavioral plans, IEP goals, transition goals, and individualized learning needs.

Collaboration & Communication

Collaborate closely with paraprofessionals, counselors, student support staff, special education staff, administrators, families, and partner districts.
Participate in IEP meetings, intervention planning meetings, transition planning, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
Maintain regular communication regarding student progress, concerns, and successes.
Support school‑wide initiatives focused on student engagement, resilience, independence, and post‑secondary readiness.

Assessment & Documentation

Maintain accurate grades, documentation, progress monitoring, and student records.
Monitor student progress toward academic, behavioral, transition, and independent living goals.
Utilize student performance data to guide instructional planning and interventions.
Assist in documenting accommodations, modifications, and progress toward individualized student goals.

Professional Responsibilities

Participate in ongoing professional development related to trauma‑informed care, SEL, transition planning, employability skills, and therapeutic education.
Demonstrate professionalism, flexibility, collaboration, and relationship‑centered practices.
Maintain confidentiality and comply with district, state, and federal requirements.

Qualifications

Required

Valid Iowa Teaching License
Strong communication, classroom management, and collaboration skills
Ability to build positive relationships with students experiencing academic, behavioral, emotional, or mental health challenges
Commitment to relationship‑based, trauma‑informed educational practices

Preferred

Experience teaching life skills, career readiness, transition services, FCS‑related courses, at‑risk education, or alternative education
Knowledge of SEL, restorative practices, PBIS, executive functioning supports, and trauma‑informed instructional strategies
Experience supporting students with disabilities, behavioral challenges, or social‑emotional needs
Ability to create engaging, applied, real‑world learning experiences

Physical Requirements

Ability to actively supervise students in classroom, community‑based, and school environments
Ability to participate in hands‑on instructional activities and demonstrations
Ability to respond appropriately during behavioral or crisis situations

Work Environment

THRIVE Academy is a therapeutic, trauma‑informed educational environment serving students from multiple partner districts across Iowa. Future Ready classrooms maintain small class sizes with dedicated paraeducator support to provide individualized instruction, relationship‑building, and behavioral support.

Mission Alignment

The Future Ready Teacher plays a vital role in helping students develop the practical, emotional, behavioral, and independent living skills necessary for adulthood. This position supports THRIVE Academy’s mission of helping students build resilience, confidence, healthy habits, and meaningful futures through individualized, relationship‑centered educational practices.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Middle Grades
Special Education > Life Skills

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination.

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