Millcreek of Arkansas·Fordyce, Arkansas
The teacher will identify educational needs to develop and implement formal lesson plans for students in a residential treatment setting. They are responsible for mentoring students, documenting progress, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary treatment team to ensure a positive learning environment.
We are looking for talented and caring professionals to join our team! Millcreek Behavioral Health is seeking for a full-time certified Teacher. Millcreek Behavioral Health is located in Fordyce, Arkansas and provides psychiatric residential treatment to children and adolescents.
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. OTHER FUNCTIONS: Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
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. One or more years’ experience working with population of the facility preferred. Must be knowledgeable of the developmental stages and behaviors for age group of students. LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS: Current certification or license to teach within the state where the facility is located. CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility). First aid may be required based on state or facility. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws. MILARK
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in education or a related field and possess a current state teaching certification or license. Experience working with the facility's specific population is preferred, and certifications in CPR and de-escalation are required upon hire.
Market context
In Arkansas, teacher openings in early childhood settings often draw candidates with the required degree and state-specific certification, especially when the role serves developmentally at-risk children. These positions are competitive because schools look for both formal credentials and relevant classroom experience. Review the certification language closely and compare it with the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here, which are pulled from the original posting to save you research time.