Summary

The Teacher is responsible for conducting an educational assessment and developing and implementing an individualized tutorial plan based on the individual's learning needs and abilities. The Teacher will participate as an integral member of the treatment team and in developing the continuing care plan with regard to educational placement upon discharge. The Teacher will provide age and developmentally appropriate education in a manner consistent with the philosophy and objectives of Lakeside Behavioral Health System.

Job description

Job Summary

The Teacher is responsible for conducting an educational assessment and developing and implementing an individualized tutorial plan based on the individual's learning needs and abilities. The Teacher will participate as an integral member of the treatment team and in developing the continuing care plan with regard to educational placement upon discharge. The Teacher will provide age and developmentally appropriate education in a manner consistent with the philosophy and objectives of Lakeside Behavioral Health System.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to demonstrate competency in the criteria listed in this job description. Staff must demonstrate flexibility to work with children and adolescents in the inpatient and partial hospital programs.

Education: Bachelors Degree in Education. Masters Degree preferred
Experience: Prefer previous experience working with children and adolescents with special educational needs
Licensure/Certification: TN Elementary or Secondary Education Certification/License. Certification in Special Education preferred
Knowledge: Prefer knowledge of effective teaching skills and educational strategies with a special education population, individual and group management skills, therapeutic relationships and processes, age specific growth and development; limit setting and crisis and behavior management

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Education
TN Elementary or Secondary Education Certification/License
Flexibility to work with children and adolescents in inpatient and partial hospital programs
Master's Degree preferred
Previous experience working with children and adolescents with special educational needs preferred
Certification in Special Education preferred
Knowledge of effective teaching skills and educational strategies with a special education population preferred
Individual and group management skills
Therapeutic relationships and processes
Age specific growth and development
Limit setting and crisis and behavior management

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision
Prescription Drug Plan
401(k) Matching
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance
Growth Opportunities

Company overview

Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.