UHS·Reno, Nevada
The teacher is responsible for developing and delivering educational opportunities for children who are patients at the Willow Springs Center. They must collaborate with families, guardians, and clinical providers to create educational plans that align with the overall treatment goals.
The purpose of this position is to develop and deliver educational opportunities for children who are patients at Willow Springs Center. They will be called upon to liaise with other educators, families, guardians and providers to develop an educational plan that supports the overall treatment plan.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Selects materials and resources that support appropriate instructional goals and engage students in meaningful learning. Demonstrates awareness of clinical goals and objectives and complies with the clinical directives. Plans and organizes reading instruction based on ongoing assessment. Supports reading through oral and written language development. Understands the cognitive processes associated with various kinds of learning (e.g. critical and creative thinking, problem structuring, problem solving, invention, memorization and recall) and ensures attention to these learning processes so that students can master content standards. Selects instructional goals, which are worthwhile and are appropriate for the student’s age and developmental levels and skills and background. Provides effective verbal and written feedback that shape improvement in student performance on content standards. Ensures children are able to demonstrate educational growth through the achievement of measureable standards. Accurately documents and reports ongoing student achievement. Documents patient progress in the medical record according to department policies and procedures. Utilizes technology to manage and communicate information. Benefits for our team include: Tuition Assistance DBT Intensive training with Dr. Alan Fruzzetti DBT-PE training with Dr. Melanie Harned Career development opportunities across UHS and our 300+ locations! Diverse programming to expand your experience HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan Pet Insurance SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: uhsguest.com About Universal Health Services One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $13.4 billion in 2022. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 94,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com
Bachelor's degree from an institution accredited by a regional accrediting association that is approved by the United States Department of Education. Master's degree preferred.
Experience teaching emotionally handicapped and learning disabled adolescents is preferred.
Valid Nevada State SPED K-12 or ELA Certified Teaching License. Substitute teaching licenses qualify for this position, you must be within last year of Bachelor's degree and obtain license.
CPR/First Aid and Handle with Care.
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Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree and a valid Nevada State SPED K-12 or ELA teaching license. Experience teaching emotionally handicapped and learning-disabled adolescents is preferred.
Market context
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