Teacher - Academic (PHP)

Responsibilities

• Provides developmentally appropriate classroom instruction to assigned students according to IEP/IIP goals and objectives, student strengths and learning preferences, research-supported methods and techniques, and Newport News Behavioral Health Center recommended practices.
• Implements the Behavior Management Plan at Newport News Behavioral Health Center, to assess and document students’ behavior progress (or lack of progress), to adjust behavioral strategies as needed and in consultation with the treatment team in order to maximize students’ behavioral success.
• Affects students’ academic achievement continually through a variety of methods, to document progress (or lack of progress), and to adjust instructional planning as needed to maximize student achievement.
• Maintains consistent communication with other staff at the facility, including parent(s)/guardians, and local education agencies by consulting with team members, attending meetings, keeping accurate records, completing assigned reports, making phone calls, writing letters and updating IEP’s/IIP’s.
• Participates in professional development activities including on-site training and relevant off-site classes, workshops, etc.
• Displays a high degree of professionalism in all activities and interactions with students, staff, parents, agency personnel, community members, etc.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Education or equivalent.
• Current valid driver’s license required.
• At least three years of experience in a classroom environment is preferred.
• Current Virginia teaching license in content specific area required.

Additional Qualifications

• Possess knowledge of: Subject matter to be taught – VA Standards of Learning Theories of learning and teaching (modifications & accommodations) Effective teaching methods Assessment principles and types Cognitive/Behavioral/Social Learning theories and principles Effective classroom management techniques Methods for observation/data collection Special education policies and procedures

Skills

• Presents effective lessons aligned with appropriate standards.
• Organizes and plans instruction.
• Establishes classroom expectations and holds students accountable for meeting them.
• Manages classroom behavior effectively.
• Maintains positive relationships with students and co-workers.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment.
• Competitive Compensation.
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan.
• Generous Paid Time Off.
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan.
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries.