Teacher

Acadia Healthcare; Fordyce (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Millcreek Behavioral Health in Fordyce, AR is seeking a full-time certified Teacher to provide educational services within a psychiatric residential treatment program for children and adolescents. You will identify educational needs, develop formal plans, and deliver instruction in core subjects while promoting growth and safety.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Education (or related field) and state teaching certification, with CPR/restraint training provided.

Job description

Millcreek Behavioral Health is seeking a full-time certified Teacher to provide psychiatric residential treatment to children and adolescents in Fordyce, Arkansas.

Essential Functions

• Identify the educational needs of students and develop formal educational plans or programs to meet those needs.
• Create lesson plans and teach subjects, including study, communication skills, and other needed skills.
• Observe students to evaluate educational abilities, strengths and weaknesses; collaborate to improve performance.
• Teach and mentor students in class, small groups or one-on-one.
• Communicate with families, counselors, administrators and other teachers regarding progress.
• Work individually with students to overcome specific learning challenges and prepare them for standardized tests as required by state.
• Document educational plans, goals and progress as required by the facility and state regulations.
• Supervise the classroom and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Develop and enforce classroom rules and administrative policies.
• Supervise students outside of classroom settings, such as lunch or detention.
• Adhere to treatment plans and participate in treatment team meetings as requested.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude toward customers; handle complaints and prioritize patient safety.

Other Functions

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Education / Experience / Skill Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field eligible for teacher certification or license within the state where the facility is located.
• One or more years of experience working with the population served by the facility is preferred.
• Knowledgeable of the developmental stages and behaviors for the age group of students.

Licenses / Designations / Certifications

• Current certification or license to teach within the state where the facility is located.
• CPR and de‑escalation/restraint certification required (training provided upon hire and offered by the facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility regulations.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.

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