Teacher, Alternative Education

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education

St. Ann (MO)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 45,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical plan

Dental and vision plans

Telehealth access

Life & disability insurance

Employee assistance program

401k retirement plan

Job summary

ACE Learning Center, a division of ChanceLight, seeks a Teacher for Grades 9-12 to deliver engaging instruction and implement proven methodologies aligned with ChanceLight Education policies.

You will develop comprehensive lesson plans, utilize educational software, and tailor instruction to diverse student needs in an alternative education setting.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher in education or related field.
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Licensed MO teaching credential or in process.
Experience with curriculum development and differentiation.

Responsibilities

Deliver targeted instruction using diverse curriculum materials and educational software.
Develop daily lesson plans and classroom schedules aligned with state standards.
Collaborate with special education staff to differentiate instruction and provide accommodations.
Establish clear behavioral standards and a safe learning environment.
Communicate progress with parents and guardians regularly.
Participate in team meetings to address student needs and plan interventions.
Track student progress with data and adjust instructional practices.
Stay current with research-based practices and innovations in education.
Respond to evaluations and pursue professional development.
Support ChanceLight's mission and broader educational community.

Skills

Curriculum development

Classroom management

Differentiation

Instruction

Communication

Educational technology

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

MO state teaching credential (in process allowed)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Educational software

Office equipment

Job description

Starting Salary: $40,000 - $45,000 /year based on experience

Environment: Alternative Education Program, Grades 9-12

ACE Learning Center, a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, is seeking a Teacher to join our award-winning Alternative Education team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction!

If you're energized by a purposeful career, enjoy working in a collaborative, goal-driven environment, and possess exceptional problem-solving skills, a positive mindset, and an unwavering commitment to student growth.

As a Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the success of students in Grades 9-12 by implementing proven instructional strategies aligned with ChanceLight Education methodologies and ACE Learning Center policies. Your role includes delivering targeted instruction, utilizing innovative curriculum resources, integrating educational software, and creating comprehensive lesson plans and schedules tailored to the diverse physical, emotional, and educational needs of each student, in alignment with state and school standards.

Responsibilities Include:

Delivering impactful, engaging instruction using diverse curriculum materials and advanced educational software tools tailored to student needs.
Developing comprehensive daily lesson plans and structured classroom schedules that align with state guidelines and school requirements, ensuring clarity and consistency.
Collaborating closely with special education teachers and support staff to effectively differentiate instruction, ensuring all students receive the accommodations necessary for success.
Implementing clear behavioral standards and classroom management practices to establish a structured, safe, and conducive learning environment.
Communicating regularly and proactively with parents and guardians to discuss student progress, challenges, achievements, and to address any external factors influencing student performance.
Participating actively in team meetings to collaboratively address student needs, resolve concerns, and strengthen the educational support network for students and their families.
Assessing and tracking student progress consistently through robust classroom data collection and analysis to inform instructional practices and interventions.
Staying current with the latest research-based educational practices, innovations, and advancements within your subject area to continually enhance instructional quality.
Responding constructively to both formal evaluations and informal feedback, fostering an ongoing commitment to professional development and growth.
Contributing positively to the broader educational community by performing additional responsibilities as assigned, supporting Ombudsman's overall mission and student success.

Qualifications Required:

Bachelor's degree or higher in education or a closely related field of study.
Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a valid MO state teaching credential.
Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company approved crisis management training.
Prior experience working with curriculum development, classroom management, differentiation and instruction in an education setting.
Prior teaching experience in relevant grade level and/or subject matter; preferably in an alternative, special education or behavioral health program setting.
Prior experience and/or knowledge in working with students with individualized education plans (IEP's).
Proven success in developing and implementing effective education plans for students with diverse needs at various levels.
Proficiency in providing motivation and having critical conversations with students that help move them toward realistic goals.
Ability to think and act quickly and calmly in an emergency and make independent decisions.
Advanced oral and written communication, instruction, curriculum, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision‑making ability.
Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with instructional technology, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment.

ACE Learning Center is a division of ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education, the nation’s leading provider of alternative and special education programs for children and young adults. For more than 50 years, and in partnership with over 235 school districts nationwide, we have helped change the direction of more than 240,000 student lives!

At ChanceLight we believe in providing more than just a job, as a member of our team you'll receive the opportunity to make meaningful impacts, the support needed to achieve success, and all the tools essential to reaching your personal & professional fulfillment! Your path to a truly rewarding career starts here - where growth, empowerment, and collaboration define our culture; and every day is a Chance to transform lives through education!

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