Job description

Come join our team as a Special Education Teacher at Millcreek of Kosciusko for the 2023-24 academic school year beginning in the fall. We are part of Mississippi’s preferred teen and adolescent day treatment program. As part of our family of mental health professionals, you will benefit from continued opportunities to develop new skills and move forward in your career. You will also know that you are playing a vital role in an organization that is providing an essential social service.

Teach students basic academic, social, and other formative skills, through instruction in one or more subjects. Promote physical, mental and social development.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Identify the educational needs of students then develop formal educational plan or program to meet those needs.
• Create lesson plans to teach a subject(s) and teach students how to study or communicate with others.
• Observe student to evaluate their educational abilities, strengths and weaknesses, working with them to improve their abilities and work on their weaknesses.
• Teach and mentor students as a class, in small groups or one-on-one.
• Communicate with family members, counselors, administrators and other teachers on progress.
• Work with students individually to help overcome specific learning challenges, prepare students for standardized tests, as required by state.
• Document educational plans, goals and progress, as required by the facility and the state where the facility is located.
• Supervise classroom and maintain a positive environment for learning.
• Develop and enforce classroom rules and administrative policies.
• Supervise students outside of the classroom setting, such as at lunch time or during detention.
• Adhere to treatment plans and participate in treatment team meetings as requested.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field which is eligible for teacher certification or license within the state where the facility is located is required.

Must have a 221 endorsement.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $48,000.00 - $51,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Overnight shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Kosciusko, MS 39090: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Required)
• Special education: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Required)
• Special Education Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person

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