UHS·Mountain City, Tennessee
The Residential Teacher provides standards-aligned academic instruction and mentorship within a therapeutic residential care setting. They are responsible for planning differentiated lessons, supporting social-emotional development, and maintaining compliance with educational regulations.
The Residential Teacher provides standards-aligned academic instruction within a residential care setting. This role combines classroom teaching with mentorship and collaboration alongside residential counselors, clinicians, and case managers. The ideal candidate is flexible, trauma-informed, and passionate about helping youth overcome barriers to learning. Key Responsibilities: Instruction & Academic Support Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons aligned with state standards Provide individualized instruction to meet IEP and 504 plan requirements Assess student progress and maintain accurate academic records Support credit recovery, tutoring, and academic skill-building Student Development Foster a safe, structured, and trauma-informed classroom environment Support social-emotional learning and positive behavior development Serve as a consistent mentor and advocate for students Compliance & Documentation Maintain compliance with state education regulations Complete required documentation and progress reports in a timely manner Skills & Competencies Patience, resilience, and adaptability Strong collaboration and communication skills Ability to maintain professional boundaries Commitment to equity, inclusion, and youth advocacy
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field and possess a valid state teaching license. Experience working with at-risk youth or in special education settings is preferred, along with training in trauma-informed care.
Market context
In Tennessee, classroom teacher roles are often shaped by steady school staffing needs and the need to support student learning across grade levels. These positions can be competitive because districts look for candidates who meet state-aligned education or testing requirements and can bring classroom experience, basic technology skills, and student support experience. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm which qualification path you meet before applying.