Residential Middle School Special Education Teacher

Universal Health Services; Virginia; Hybride; USD 52 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive Compensation

401(k) with company match

Health, Dental, Vision

Résumé du poste

Harbor Point Behavioral Health Center, Inc. seeks a dedicated Middle School Teacher for our residential program serving students in grades 6–8.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Education and a Virginia teaching license with a Middle School endorsement, with a preference for at least three years of classroom experience. You will conduct assessments, deliver standards-aligned lessons, manage classrooms, and maintain thorough documentation, including IEP/IIP writing and transition planning,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education is required.
• Virginia teaching license with Middle School endorsement is required.
• Three years of classroom experience preferred.

Responsabilités

• Provide assessment, instruction and classroom management for middle school students.
• Prepare documentation, IEP/IIP writing and transition planning.
• Develop curriculum and program content for a residential school setting.

Connaissances

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Documentation

Student assessment

Communication

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Education

Description du poste

Responsibilities

Special Education Genereal Curriculum K-12 Grade Required for Year Round School

Harbor Point Behavioral Health Center offers intensive residential treatment services within a secure setting. Our programs are designed to meet the needs of youth ages 7- 17 who are experiencing emotional, psychiatric and educational difficulties. In addition to our general psychiatric programs, we also offer specialty programs for youth with more serious challenges. Harbor Point and its programs are fully accredited by The Joint Commission and the Virginia Association of Independent Specialized Educational Facilities. We are licensed by The Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services and the Virginia Department of Education. We are a TRICARE®-approved and certified facility.

Website: https://harborpointbhc.com/

The Teacher will provide educational services to Middle School age children (Grades 6-8) attending our residential school – according to the facility standards as well as State and Federal regulations. Educational services include assessment, instruction, classroom management, documentation, consultation, IEP/IIP writing, transition planning, program development, curriculum writing and resident supervision.

Education teachers should possess knowledge of:

1. Subject matter to be taught – VA Standards of Learning
2. Theories of learning and teaching (modifications & accommodations)
3. Stages of learning
4. Effective teaching methods
5. Assessment principles and types
6. Cognitive/Behavioral/Social Learning theories and principles
7. Effective classroom management techniques
8. Methods for observation/data collection
9. Current Special education laws

Middle School Teachers should possess skills to:
1. Present effective lessons aligned with appropriate standards
2. Organize and plan rigorous and engaging instruction for a multi-grade level middle school classroom
3. Establish classroom expectations and hold students accountable for meeting them
4. Manage classroom behavior effectively and in alignment with the Level System
5. Maintain positive relationships with students and co-workers
6. Organize and maintain documentation related to job duties

Full-Time Benefit Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!

About Universal Health Services

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500® corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom. www.uhs.com.

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Qualifications

Education: Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Education.

Licensure/Certification: Current Virginia teaching license in Education with Middle School endorsement.

Experience: At least three years of experience in a classroom situation is preferred.

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