Devereux·Viera, Florida
The teacher is responsible for delivering course content and intensive services to children and adolescents with emotional, behavioral, and intellectual challenges. This includes implementing a comprehensive therapeutic approach tailored to individual client and family needs.
Do you enjoy working in a collaborative environment being a positive influence in the behavioral health field?
If you answered YES, then Devereux’s Teacher - Viera Campus role is the perfect fit for you!
Devereux Florida provides programs and services for children and adolescents who face significant emotional, behavioral and intellectual/developmental challenges.
Located in Viera, FL, this position is responsible for: Communicates course content clearly and effectively to students Demonstrates mastery of subject matter Providing intensive services to children and adolescents (6-17 years of age) within a four to six month treatment period Comprehensive therapeutic approach in which service delivery is based on the individual needs of the client and their family Clients have issues relating to emotional, behavioral, and psychological problems due to histories of physical abuse and/or sexual abuse, neglect, abandonment, unresolved trauma or psychological conditions that hinder them from functioning in a family environment.
Subjects teaching: Self-contained, IDD/ASD Secondary Math Pay Range: This position starts at $52,000 - $60,990 / annual. Salary is based on relevant education and experience.
Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four year university required. Florida Educator Certificate (Elementary Ed and ESE Preferred) or current Status of Eligibility required. Experience in teaching Individuals with Autism preferred. Minimum of three years experience working with Emotional Behavioral Disability students is preferred.
Must be able to complete a two-week new hire orientation class; hours are approximately 9:00am.to 5:00pm each day in Titusville.
Work hours are from 8:00am-4:00pm (School hours are 9:00am-3:00pm). Our school year is year-round (49-week education instruction with 3 weeks of summer break)
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Requirements: Valid driver’s license Must be at least 21 years of age or older.
Successfully pass pre-employment medical screenings which include: Drug Screen, Physical and TB Test. Successfully pass a Level 2 background screening with the State of Florida.
To learn more visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse to occur in our organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse, and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible. For more information, please reach out us at flrecruitment@devereux.org. Company Overview Company Overview Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – every year.
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Mission: Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences. With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster care. Our Culture, Our Expectations At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide – every day – for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders. Devereux offers challenging and exciting work, and our team environment creates an empowering, positive and rewarding atmosphere.
To be successful at
Devereux, you will: put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead. As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices. We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity – offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors – is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world – one person, one family, one community at a time. What Devereux Offers You In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners. Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment. In addition, we offer; Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services. Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance. Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage. Employee assistance / work-life balance program. Visit www.mydevereuxbenefits.org to see why Devereux is a great place to work! Devereux is a drug-free workplace, drug screening required. EOE
A Bachelor's degree and a Florida Educator Certificate or Status of Eligibility are required. Preference is given to candidates with experience teaching individuals with Autism and those with at least three years of experience with Emotional Behavioral Disability students.
Market context
Florida schools regularly seek classroom teachers, especially candidates who can lead instruction, plan lessons, and meet state certification and screening requirements. Competition often centers on classroom experience, subject fit, and readiness to complete Florida’s background check and education requirements. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your credentials and prepare examples of lesson planning and classroom management before applying.