Teacher
Summary
| Title: | Teacher |
|---|---|
| ID: | 208003 |
| Department: | New Pathways Academy |
Description
Teacher
The Florence Crittenton Agency, Inc.is one of Tennessee’s leading social service providers, offering an array of 24/7/365 residential and outreach programs designed to strengthen communities through effective prevention and treatment services to children, youth, and families. As an Agency, we are a top provider in the Tennessee Department of Children’s Services Performance Based Contracting system, and maintain a number of state and federal grants and contracts to provide intensive, innovative therapeutic programs both on campus and across the East Tennessee region. We are accredited through the Council on Accreditation (COA).
This position will serve as a full-time, regularly scheduled New Pathways Academy Teacher as needed to fulfill teaching standards by the State and Agency requirements. The teacher will apply appropriate lesson plans according to the individual educational needs of at-risk adolescents residing at residential facility. Will plan individual and group educational experiences, develop students’ critical thinking skills, supervise students, and complete all required paperwork. Availability will be as-needed for year-round classes.
Job Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education; certified Teacher by the State of Tennessee; experience working in a school setting with at-risk youth preferred. Special Education certification a plus.
Physical Requirements (BFOQ):
The Florence Crittenton Agency offers an excellent benefits package for eligible employees, including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Agency paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance, other electives, including Short-Term Disability Insurance, Accident Insurance, Additional Voluntary Life for Self and Family. Benefits also include, Retirement with Agency matching component, Paid Vacation/Sick Leave/Holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, Wellness Center Membership Monthly Reimbursement, Employee Discounts, and Longevity Pay.
Candidates must successfully pass an extensive pre-employment background check, including fingerprinting, TB test & drug screening.
The Florence Crittenton Agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is a Tobacco and Drug-Free Workplace.
The Florence Crittenton Agency, Inc.is one of Tennessee’s leading social service providers, offering an array of 24/7/365 residential and outreach programs designed to strengthen communities through effective prevention and treatment services to children, youth, and families. As an Agency, we are a top provider in the Tennessee Department of Children’s Services Performance Based Contracting system, and maintain a number of state and federal grants and contracts to provide intensive, innovative therapeutic programs both on campus and across the East Tennessee region. We are accredited through the Council on Accreditation (COA).
This position will serve as a full-time, regularly scheduled New Pathways Academy Teacher as needed to fulfill teaching standards by the State and Agency requirements. The teacher will apply appropriate lesson plans according to the individual educational needs of at-risk adolescents residing at residential facility. Will plan individual and group educational experiences, develop students’ critical thinking skills, supervise students, and complete all required paperwork. Availability will be as-needed for year-round classes.
Job Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education; certified Teacher by the State of Tennessee; experience working in a school setting with at-risk youth preferred. Special Education certification a plus.
- All teachers shall be licensed in accordance with state law and the regulations of the Tennessee State Department of Education.Such license shall be on file in the office of the Principal and Human Resources prior to beginning employment
- It is the responsibility of the employee to secure a certificate and to maintain its validity.If a teacher’s certificate has lapsed or otherwise become invalid, the teacher shall be notified of the course of action to be taken by agency, including possible suspension or termination.
- All teachers shall demonstrate competency based on the current job assignment and performance standards as outlined in the appropriate state model for local evaluation
Physical Requirements (BFOQ):
- (BFOQ) Ability to participate in all facets of TCI restraint training as required
- Ability to communicate clearly in English both written and verbal
- Good visual & audio capabilities
- Sit or stand for extended periods
- Bend, stoop, and/or squat, climb, reach
- PC/Keyboarding abilities
- Lift up to 40 pounds
- Work extended hours as needed (>40 per week)
The Florence Crittenton Agency offers an excellent benefits package for eligible employees, including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Agency paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance, other electives, including Short-Term Disability Insurance, Accident Insurance, Additional Voluntary Life for Self and Family. Benefits also include, Retirement with Agency matching component, Paid Vacation/Sick Leave/Holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, Wellness Center Membership Monthly Reimbursement, Employee Discounts, and Longevity Pay.
Candidates must successfully pass an extensive pre-employment background check, including fingerprinting, TB test & drug screening.
The Florence Crittenton Agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is a Tobacco and Drug-Free Workplace.
This opening is closed and is no longer accepting applications
