Intermediate Teacher - Math and Science (3rd - 7th)
Embark Behavioral Health
Summary
Join our compassionate, mission-driven team in beautiful Lake of the Ozarks, where educators play a vital role in transforming the lives of students ages 9–13 who are healing from early trauma and attachment challenges. At Calo, you'll work in small classroom environments (up to 12 students) with the support needed to deliver individualized instruction that nurtures confidence, resilience, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.
Job description
Overview
Join our compassionate, mission-driven team in beautiful Lake of the Ozarks, where educators play a vital role in transforming the lives of students ages 9–13 who are healing from early trauma and attachment challenges. At Calo, you'll work in small classroom environments (up to 12 students) with the support needed to deliver individualized instruction that nurtures confidence, resilience, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.
Responsibilities
Instruction & Student Support
- Deliver engaging, differentiated Math and Science instruction tailored to individual learning needs.
- Adapt lessons and pacing for students with varying abilities, IEPs, 504 Plans, and treatment goals.
- Foster a safe, structured, and trauma-informed learning environment.
- Support students' academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth.
Assessment & Documentation
- Monitor student progress and adjust instruction as needed.
- Maintain accurate academic records, progress reports, and required documentation.
- Participate in IEP meetings and educational planning.
Collaboration & Compliance
- Partner with therapists, residential staff, families, and school districts to support student success.
- Participate in team meetings and professional development.
- Ensure compliance with state regulations, program policies, and classroom safety standards.
Requirements
- Experience creating differentiated instruction and scaffolding lessons to meet individual student needs
- Student-centered approach with the ability to support diverse learning styles
- Highly organized, flexible, and structured
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Passion for student growth and creating engaging learning experiences
- Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field
- Valid Missouri teaching certification with authorization to teach at the elementary and/or middle school level
- Qualified to teach Mathematics and Science per Missouri DESE requirements; relevant endorsements preferred
- Ability to pass state and federal background checks and drug screening
- Must be at least 21 years of age
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Life & Disability Coverage
- 401(k) with Company Match
- PTO & Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Company overview
Embark Behavioral Health is a leading national network of behavioral health treatment centers specializing in comprehensive mental health care for adolescents and young adults. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, the organization operates more than 30 outpatient centers and residential treatment programs across the United States. Embark offers a full continuum of evidence-based services including wilderness therapy, residential treatment centers, partial hospitalization programs, intensive outpatient programs, and virtual counseling. The company is distinguished by its bold mission to reverse the trends of adolescent and young adult anxiety, depression, and suicide by 2028. With over 25 years of specialized experience, Embark utilizes innovative therapeutic approaches like their CASA framework (Commitment, Acceptance, Security, and Attunement) to build healing bonds with patients and families. The organization serves thousands of clients annually through its nationwide network, providing personalized treatment plans for conditions including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, substance use, and trauma-related disorders. Embark accepts most major insurance plans and maintains accreditation from organizations including The Joint Commission, demonstrating its commitment to quality care standards.