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General Education TeacherYouth Opportunity Investments, LLC • Nashville, TN, US
General Education Teacher

General Education Teacher

Youth Opportunity Investments, LLC • Nashville, TN, US
9 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $60,000 - $70,000 / year

General Education Teacher Youth Behavioral Health

Location : Nashville, TN - Harpeth Primary Assessment Center

Department : Education

Job Type : Full-Time | Year-Round School Schedule

Pay : $60,000 $70,000 per year

About Youth Opportunity & Memphis Youth Academy

Youth Opportunity is a nationally recognized leader in residential and behavioral health treatment for atrisk youth. Harpeth Primary Assessment Center in Nashville, Tennessee is a secure, 24bed assessment center providing traumainformed care to girls ages10 to17. This temporary program combines structured clinical assessment, individualized support planning, and daily therapeutic services in a highly supportive and structured environment.

Youth typically remain in care for about 30days, during which they receive intake, multidisciplinary evaluation, education, independent living and social skills training, and initial mental health stabilization. Programming occurs in small group units designed to support accurate placement recommendations, emotional safety, and family engagement while preparing youth for the next phase of care.

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate General Education Teacher to provide individualized instruction and support to help youth succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. This role is essential to improving outcomes for students with complex needs through collaboration, structured programming, and a trauma-informed approach.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with up to 4% employer match with Immediate Vesting
  • Paid time off (PTO) and holidays earn 4 hours of PTO every pay period
  • Free RX delivery on most medications
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional development
  • Robust Employee Assistance Program
  • Supportive, mission-driven work environment

Key Responsibilities

  • Instruct students to build academic, interpersonal, and daily living skills
  • Develop and deliver lesson plans aligned with individualized needs and IEPs
  • Administer developmental and academic assessments
  • Adapt classroom materials and lessons for diverse learners
  • Monitor and assess student progress, providing feedback to teams and caregivers
  • Counsel students on academic and behavioral challenges
  • Collaborate with teachers, staff, foster parents, and outside resources
  • Document grades, attendance, behavior logs, and other required reports
  • Support the prevention of client abuse through vigilance and policy adherence
  • Report incidents promptly to ensure safety and compliance

    • Qualifications

    Required :

  • Bachelors degree in Education
  • Valid drivers license and ability to pass background checks
  • Valid teaching license

    • Preferred :

  • Masters degree or Special Education certification
  • 3+ years teaching experience with students with behavioral, developmental, or intellectual disabilities
  • First Aid, CPR, and crisis prevention training (or willingness to obtain)

    • Physical Demands

  • Must be in good physical health and emotionally stable
  • Able to actively engage with youth, participate in physical interventions, and transport youth or staff as needed
  • Must be free of communicable diseases as defined by the state
  • Must pass evaluation of physical techniques and certification exams

    • Apply Today

    Join us in making a difference. Apply through Indeed or visit www.youthopportunity.com to learn more.

    Youth Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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    General Education Teacher • Nashville, TN, US