General Education Teacher
Youth Opportunity Investments, LLC · Nashville, TN · 1 mo ago
On-siteEducation$60k–$70k/yrFull-time
About the role
General Education Teacher to provide individualized instruction and support for students in grades 6-12 in English, Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies.
Responsibilities
- Instruct students to build academic, interpersonal, and daily living skills
- Develop and deliver lesson plans aligned with individualized needs and IEPs
- Administer developmental and academic assessments
- Adapt classroom materials and lessons for diverse learners
- Monitor and assess student progress, providing feedback to teams and caregivers
- Counsel students on academic and behavioral challenges
- Collaborate with teachers, staff, foster parents, and outside resources
- Document grades, attendance, behavior logs, and other required reports
- Support the prevention of client abuse through vigilance and policy adherence
- Report incidents promptly to ensure safety and compliance
Requirements
- Required: Bachelor’s degree in Education
- Valid driver’s license and ability to pass background checks
- Valid teaching license
- Preferred: Master’s degree or Special Education certification
- 3+ years teaching experience with students with behavioral, developmental, or intellectual disabilities
- First Aid, CPR, and crisis prevention training (or willingness to obtain)
- Physical Demands: Must be in good physical health and emotionally stable; able to actively engage with youth, participate in physical interventions, and transport youth or staff as needed; must be free of communicable diseases as defined by the state; must pass evaluation of physical techniques and certification exams
Qualifications
- Passive qualifications: None specified
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with up to 4% employer match with immediate vesting
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development
- Robust Employee Assistance Program
- Supportive, mission-driven work environment
Pay
$60,000 – $70,000 per year
Schedule
Full-Time | Year-Round School Schedule