UHS·Portsmouth, Virginia
The role involves implementing lesson plans and providing developmentally appropriate classroom instruction based on IEP/IIP goals for youth with psychiatric diagnoses. It also requires maintaining communication with staff, parents, and agencies while serving as a positive role model for students.
An individual must be able to perform each essential function of the job satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the essential functions.
Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent, bachelor’s degree preferred.
Two or more years of experience working with children and/or adolescents in structured settings. Must possess knowledge of and ability to implement behavioral management strategies and de-escalation techniques; good written and verbal communication skills and good interpersonal skills. EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as Recruiters from UHS, and our subsidiary hospitals and facilities. Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information. At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.
Candidates must have a minimum of a high school diploma and at least two years of experience working with children or adolescents in structured settings. Proficiency in behavioral management strategies and de-escalation techniques is required.
Market context
In Virginia, long-term substitute teacher openings often draw steady interest because schools need dependable coverage for extended absences and classroom continuity. This role is competitive for candidates who can show strong behavioral management, de-escalation skills, and prior experience with children or adolescents in structured settings. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to highlight classroom stability and conflict-management experience.