Teacher - Academic/Special Education in Cornholme

Responsibilities include providing educational services to Middle School age children (Grades 6-8) attending our residential school according to facility standards as well as State and Federal regulations. Educational services encompass assessment, instruction, classroom management, documentation, consultation, IEP/IIP writing, transition planning, program development, curriculum writing, and resident supervision.

Educational Teachers should possess knowledge of:

• Subject matter to be taught – VA Standards of Learning
• Theories of learning and teaching (modifications & accommodations)
• Stages of learning
• Effective teaching methods
• Assessment principles and types
• Cognitive/Behavioral/Social Learning theories and principles
• Effective classroom management techniques
• Methods for observation/data collection
• Current Special education laws

Middle School Teachers should possess skills to:

• Present effective lessons aligned with appropriate standards
• Organise and plan rigorous and engaging instruction for a multi-grade level middle school classroom
• Establish classroom expectations and hold students accountable for meeting them
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively and in alignment with the Level System
• Maintain positive relationships with students and co-workers
• Organise and maintain documentation related to job duties

Full-Time Benefit Highlights include a challenging and rewarding work environment, competitive compensation & generous paid time off, excellent medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plans, 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan, SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program, and career development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries.

Qualifications:

• Education: Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Education.
• Licensure/Certification: Current Virginia teaching license in Education with Middle School endorsement.
• Experience: At least three years of experience in a classroom situation is preferred.

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 support 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. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.