Classroom Teacher - Behavioral Health Education

About the role

Natchaug Hospital Clinical Day Treatment Schools are looking for Teachers that want to be part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team working for the best interests of students academically, clinically and transitionally. At Natchaug Hospital, we are focused on supporting our colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Classroom instruction for 6-8 students in a Clinical Day Treatment environment
• Coordinate academic expectations with the sending school district
• Serve as the liaison between the home school and clinical staff

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree +30 credits or MA required
• Current certification from the CT State Department of Education
• Current or pending special education certification required
• Experience working with children and adolescents in an educational setting (public or private)
• Experience working with children and/or adolescents with behavioral and emotional needs preferred
• Knowledge of education procedures for working with/teaching emotionally disturbed students, a plus
• Knowledge of special education laws and regulations, child and adolescent growth and development, and student learning styles, a plus

Benefits

• Tuition Assistance up to $5,250.00 after six months of employment and up to 40% tuition discounts with partnering institutions for colleague AND dependents
• Employee assistance and wellness programs including a strong focus on promoting mental health
• School year calendar with Paid time off and health insurance packages
• 401(k) plan with employer match up to 7%
• Discounts on services, products and optional coverages – movie tickets, pet insurance, travel and more

Location: 11A Stott Ave Norwich (10164) • Schedule: 10-month school calendar