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Licensed High School History Teacher

YOUTH VILLAGES, INC.

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#Nonprofit#Behavioral Health#Electronic Medical Record#EMR#CPR#Classroom Management#Social Services#Lesson Planning#Trauma-Informed Care
#CPI
#Child Welfare
#High School Teacher
Full TimeOn Site2-5 yrs$58,000 - $69,000 / YEARPosted 1 month ago

Location

Memphis, Tennessee

Salary

$58,000 - $69,000 / YEAR

Quick overview

The teacher is responsible for developing and implementing individualized lesson plans to support the academic and social growth of youth in a residential setting. They must also maintain accurate student records, documentation in the electronic medical record system, and participate in therapeutic team activities.

Requirements summary

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree and an active teaching license in the relevant state, with experience working in a school environment. The role requires physical agility to perform interventions and the ability to work in a high-needs residential setting.

bachelor degreeDocumentationAdaptabilityCPROrganizational skillsCommunication skillsComputer literacyCrisis preventionLesson planningInterdisciplinary collaborationTrauma-informed careClassroom managementBehavioral health supportPhysical agilityAcademic assessment

Job description

  • For over 35 years, Youth Villages has transformed the lives of children and families nationwide through innovative, research-based programs focused on preserving and restoring families.
  • As a national leader in children’s mental and behavioral health, we serve more than 47,000 youth, young people, and their families annually across 29 states and Washington, D.C.
  • Our proven treatment models drive long-term success in child welfare, juvenile justice, and mental health systems.
  • At Youth Villages, we do what works — partnering with others to expand our impact and advocate for meaningful, lasting change.
  • We're seeking purpose-driven individuals who are passionate about making a difference.
  • With a dedicated team of more than 5,000 staff, Youth Villages is committed to investing in and supporting our employees by offering opportunities to build a fulfilling career through professional growth, personal development, and a mission that matters— helping children and families live successfully.
  • For more information, please visit www.youthvillages.org Program Overview: Youth Villages' residential programs in Tennessee and Georgia provide safe, nurturing environments for youth ages 6 to 17 with complex behavioral and mental health challenges.
  • These programs are offered across three types of facilities—secure facilities, open campuses, and group homes—each designed to meet the individual needs of youth exhibiting a range of referral behaviors, including aggression, self-harm, suicidal ideations, and problem sexual behavior.
  • Our residential campuses deliver an intensive treatment program that strikes a unique balance between structure and freedom, all while preparing youth for continued success outside of a residential setting.
  • A key focus is to help each youth step down to the least restrictive treatment option possible by developing the skills they need to thrive in less structured environments through trauma-informed care, clinical interventions, life skills building, and recreation therapy (in selection locations).
  • Most youth also attend fully accredited schools located on our campuses, ensuring their educational progress continues alongside therapeutic support.
  • Essential

Duties and Responsibilities

The Licensed Teacher: Plans for individual and group activities to stimulate growth in language, social, and other skills Develops and uses a variety of teaching techniques in the classroom Produces lesson plans that reflect the individual educational needs of students Administers testing and interprets results to determine academic needs Participates in trainings, boosters, and in-service activities Prepares reports in compliance with school guidelines Maintains progress notes, attendance records, classroom grades, and testing scores Completes daily documentation (such as contact notes, milieu notes, and precautionary notes) in an electronic medical record system (EMR) Performs other duties as assigned Our schools operate year-round. Small class sizes allow more one on one attention to individual students and their educational needs. The standard Youth Villages class size ranges from 8 to 15 youth.

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid vacation
  • Medical insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid sick days
  • Professional training
  • Cell phone reimbursement
  • Prescription drug coverage
  • Licensure supervision

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YOUTH VILLAGES, INC.

YOUTH VILLAGES, INC. is hiring for education-focused roles in Memphis, Tennessee. It operates in mental health care. Team size: 1,001-5,000 employees. Headquarters: Memphis, Tennessee. This opening is listed as full_time.

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IndustryMental Health Care
Size1,001-5,000 employees
HQMemphis, Tennessee

Additional Information

The supervision and treatment of youth requires prolonged periods of walking, standing, running, climbing stairs, and physical agility. Applicants must be able to participate in physical interventions when necessary and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, occasionally more than 100 pounds. Applicants are required to complete Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) and CPR trainings and pass an agility and strength evaluation. Applicants must possess a current, valid driver’s license.

Salary

  • $58,000 - $69,000 per year based on education and years of classroom teaching experience will be evaluated, $1,000 increase with each year (up to 10 years)
  • Qualifications: Bachelor's degree with grade/subject-specific endorsement (required) Active teaching license in the applicable state (required) Experience working in a school setting (required) Experience working with youth with severe emotional and behavioral needs (preferred) Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Excellent written, verbal, and oral skills Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously Basic computer knowledge Ability to maintain a flexible schedule Youth Villages Benefits
  • Medical,
  • Dental,
  • Prescription
  • Drug
  • Coverage and
  • Vision 401(k)
  • Time off: 2 week paid vacation (full-time) / 1 week paid vacation (part-time) 12 paid sick days per year 11 paid holidays Paid Parental Leave Mileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable) Tuition reimbursement and licensure supervision Growth & development through continuous training Clinical and administrative advancement opportunities *Benefits are excluded for variable status employees. Youth Villages is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Youth Villages is committed to not only advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace but also in our work with children and young adults. We know that children, families and young people of color can face inequity in child welfare and justice systems, and we train our employees to build the skills they need to work with the communities that we serve, as well as, other employees from different cultures and backgrounds. Youth Villages is opposed to racism in any of its forms and is committed to inclusion, equity, and diversity. We believe that respect for each other is crucial in the work that we do each day. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. Youth Villages® is a national leader in mental and behavioral health committed to finding the most effective solutions to help children, families and young adults overcome obstacles and live successfully. Working through direct services, partnerships with innovative public agencies and advocacy, we collaborate to bring positive change to child welfare, children’s mental health and justice systems. Our 4,500 employees serve more than 43,000 children and young adults in more than 100 locations in 26 states and the District of Columbia. Youth Villages has been recognized by the Harvard Business School and U.S. News & World Report and was identified by The White House as one of the nation’s most promising results-oriented nonprofit organizations.
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