Youth Education Specialist: Transforming Lives

State-of-Missour; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Paid holidays

Cafeteria plan

Retirement

Other benefits

Job summary

State of Missouri's Division of Youth Services seeks an Education Specialist to develop curriculum for day treatment and residential programs, guiding youth with individualized plans and teaching classes.

You will collaborate with teaching teams, maintain records, administer tests, ensure safety, and meet state licensure requirements; a valid teaching certificate or ability to obtain one is required; a Bachelor's in Education or Master's with licensure is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree in Education with a valid teaching certificate.
• Alternative: Bachelor's degree plus ability to obtain teaching certificate.
• Master's degree with licensure and relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement group and individual education plans; plan class work and materials.
• Confer with parents and students; evaluate and adjust IEPs.
• Adhere to testing guidelines; administer and score pre/post tests.
• Prepare progress reports; maintain scholastic and attendance records.
• Provide Awareness Supervision; ensure youth safety and conduct.
• Maintain security and assist in handling emergencies or restraints.
• Dispense medications to youth as required.
• Role-model appropriate behaviors; transport and escort youth.

Skills

Empathy

Clear communication

Cooperation

Professional conduct

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Valid teaching certificate

Master's degree in Education

Job description

State of Missouri's Division of Youth Services seeks an Education Specialist to develop curriculum for day treatment and residential programs, guiding youth with individualized plans and teaching classes.

You will collaborate with teaching teams, maintain records, administer tests, ensure safety, and meet state licensure requirements; a valid teaching certificate or ability to obtain one is required; a Bachelor's in Education or Master's with licensure is preferred.