What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher position at Methodist Home For Children?
WHAT WILL THE TEACHER DO?
The Teacher will plan a highly flexible and innovative classroom curriculum to meet the needs of each juvenile resident, making use of both traditional and computerized learning materials.
The Teacher will prepare detailed lesson plans and maintain complete, accurate records of attendance and classroom (social and academic) performance, and provide official transcripts of each juvenile's work during their residency.
The Teacher will work closely and cooperatively with the staff to develop an individualized treatment plan/approach to promote academic endeavors within the context of the residential, direct care program component.
ARE YOU QUALIFIED?
Candidates must have at least a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university AND two years of classroom teaching experience, specifically at the middle and/or high school level. A valid teaching certification as specified by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction is highly preferred.
BENEFITS
At Methodist Home for Children, you will receive training and support to help you do your job well:
- General orientation to our values and model of care.
- Job-specific training on topics such as adolescent development and sexuality, diet and health, professionalism and protecting youth rights.
- Opportunities for continuing education and career advancement.
- Staff enjoy paid training, generous vacation and sick leave, Medical/Dental/Vision options, 403B Retirement Planning, an Employee Assistance Program, and a rewarding atmosphere.
WHO WE ARE
Operated by Methodist Home for Children in partnership with the Department of Public Safety, our juvenile assessment and crisis center provides a comprehensive assessment in a residential setting. The goal is to match the youth to the most appropriate services in his or her community. The Center serves approximately twelve Level II offenders between the ages of 10 and 17 at a time, and youth reside in the facility for two - four weeks.
