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At CoreCivic, we do more than manage inmates, we care for people! CoreCivic is currently seeking an Academic Instructor who maintains a positive learning environment, adopting secure classroom management practices and develops level appropriate lesson plans.   Who We Are: CoreCivic is the leading, national provider of high-quality corrections and detention management services, providing effective programs that enhance public safety and prepare individuals for success after release. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, with more than 70 facilities nationwide, CoreCivic employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good. What We Have: More than just a job but the start of a successful career! Supportive environment where employee growth is promoted. Comprehensive benefits package & competitive wages. PTO & paid holidays. Paid job training & other great incentives.   What You Get To Do: Change the lives of those in your care! The Academic Instructor performs professional instructional services designed to help inmates/students learn specified subject matter and basic skills that will contribute to their development as mature, responsible citizens in a complex, dynamic and diverse society. Plan and document a program of study with assigned lessons/homework that meets the individual needs, interest and abilities of the inmates/students. Create an appropriate classroom environment that is conductive to learning and the interests of the inmates/students. Meet classes at the designated times/locations and instruct inmates/students by lecturing and demonstrating with visual and written material. Prepare for assigned classes, assess the accomplishments of inmates/students and provide progress reports and written evidence of preparation as required.

At CoreCivic, we do more than manage inmates, we care for people! Are you passionate about teaching others and helping people turn their lives around? CoreCivic is seeking an experienced Vocational Instructor who will help inmates develop vocational skills in areas such as business, computers/technology, carpentry, plumbing or trades. You will be responsible for providing vocational instruction through classroom lessons and hands-on exercises that will help reduce barriers to successful reentry for inmates. Who We Are: CoreCivic is the leading, national provider of high-quality corrections and detention management services, providing effective programs that enhance public safety and prepare individuals for success after release. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, with more than 70 facilities nationwide, CoreCivic employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good. What We Have: More than just a job but the start of a successful career! Supportive environment where employee growth is promoted. Comprehensive benefits package & competitive wages. PTO & paid holidays. Paid job training & other great incentives. What You Get To Do: Change the lives of those in your care! The Vocational Instructor performs instructional services of vocational and/or occupational subjects, such as business, computers/technology, carpentry, plumbing and trades which are designed to help inmates/students learn specified subject matter and acquire vocational skills. * Prepare course objectives following curriculum standards and applicable requirements by contract. * Plan and document a program of study that meets the individual needs and abilities of students. * Provide instruction using handouts, texts, audiovisual aids and other materials. * Evaluates students' performance and issue progress reports as required. * Assists students with additional instruction as needed. Qualifications High School diploma, GED certification or equivalent is required. Three years of full-time, wage-earning experience in the subject vocational trade or in career readiness skills to include technical trade experience; or three years of experience as a certified instructor teaching in the specific trade or subject area is required. Must possess current trade certification in the subject vocational area of instruction and be licensed in accordance with Tennessee Department of Education standards to teach in state of employment. Must have the ability to give clear instructions in the trade and/or vocational area. Experience in Microsoft Office applications is required. A valid driver's license is required. Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age. CoreCivic is a Drug Free Workplace & EOE– M/F/Vets/Disabled. Instructors teaching Computers or Horticulture may substitute a Bachelor's degree in the field of study related to the work assignment for the experience requirement

Make a difference in a diverse, urban environment in sunny Phoenix, Arizona! We are looking for a dedicated Speech Pathologist (or Speech Language Technician) to compliment our team of professionals in the Alhambra School District. Enjoy a work environment that is family friendly and aligned with a teacher's schedule! Salient responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Administer and interpret a variety of speech and language assessments designed for determining eligibility for speech and/or language services and for designing programs to meet the specific needs of students. Evaluate and interpret assessment data, particularly individual tests, to make recommendations for placement for the full range of special education programs. Confer with parents, teachers, administrators, and other professionals to interpret evaluations and recommendations concerning students in an effort to maximize educational development through placement or educational management and to ensure the least restrictive environment for each student. Prepare and submit reports on individual student’s evaluations. Share in the responsibility of reviewing records of incoming students and attend multidisciplinary conferences as required. Develop a speech/language IEP which includes recommendations from the speech/language evaluations and which may include the current district guidelines and objectives. Maintain records and bill for students eligible to receive Medicaid in Public Schools (MIPS). Adhere to all Board policies and/or rules, Arizona Revised Statutes, and federal regulations pertaining to education. Speech-Language Pathologists will improve the school educational experiences for students with speech and/or language problems through evaluation, diagnosis, prescription, and implementation of programs. To enhance the development of language skills as a basis for academic services through consultation and intervention in the classroom, therapy room, and at home. Enjoy a salary from one of the highest paying school districts in Arizona, while working a teacher's schedule with holidays and vacations off! Salary is based on education and years of experience, includes competitive benefits and contributions to the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Valid Arizona Speech-Language Pathologist Certification required. Come join the Alhambra Family and make a difference in the lives of children!   Everyone Matters!

We are interested in candidates that have degrees in Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics,  Engineering, English, History, Sociology or Psychology and has an interest in teaching.      Greenville County Schools is a place where you can make a difference!  High student achievement, collegial support, modern school facilities, all-inclusive benefits, and competitive salaries make Greenville an exciting place to live and work. Quality teaching is supported with the latest technology and cutting-edge resources. According to Fodor's Travel, 2016,  "This charming little city in the shadow of the Blue Ridge mountains has turned into a dynamic destination. A 32-acre park, green spaces, free concerts, pioneering artists, baseball fervor, foodie restaurants, and one of the most adorable Main Streets in America are just part of its allure."  Greenville County Schools can be your place to Influence, Imagine, and Inspire!   To apply for this position and learn more about alternative certification please email your cover letter and resume to:    dhelvy@greenvilleschools.us   For a full job description for this posting, please visit the following link and enter the specific Job ID number 5677:      https://gvlprod-lm01.cloud.infor.com:1444/lmghr/CandidateSelfService/controller.servlet?dataarea=lmghr&context.session.key.HROrganization=1000&context.session.key.JobBoard=EXTERNAL#   A Closer Look at Greenville County Schools:  http://safeYouTube.net/w/TUBe

Staff at the Benedictine School are passionate and proud about what we do.   For nearly 60 years, we have focused on providing educational and residential services to the students who need us most, those with developmental disabilities.  We may be located in a small town, but that has not stopped us from accomplishing big things with our students and their families. Besides loving what we do, we love the gorgeous Eastern Shore area of Maryland.  We are an easy commute from the Dover, Delaware area and are located just 45 minutes from Annapolis.  We currently have an opportunity for a BCBA Certified Behavior Specialist to add another resource to our Behavior Support Team.  Relocation assistance is available. In addition to the required certification, we are looking for these credentials: Master’s degree in Behavior Science, Education, Psychology or related field. Strong behavioral background, especially dealing with intense behavioral and cognitive needs Five (5) years’ experience working with individuals, ages 6-21, with intellectual disabilities, multiple disabilities and/or autism Must be dependable, detail-oriented, team player with exceptionally strong interpersonal skills Must be able to handle inquiries in a confidential manner

Do you want a career with   flexible hours ? Do you want to   gain experience   in the healthcare industry and work with children? Join us at Caravel Autism Health and changes live, one child at a time! Caravel Autism Health is looking for caring, compassionate, mentor-minded students that want to teach kids to thrive. At Caravel, your work truly makes a difference!   Benefits offered to all employees include: FLEXIBLE schedule PAID travel or mileage reimbursement PAID training program and professional development opportunities COMPETITIVE compensation   Additional benefits for qualifying employees include: Medical & Dental Coverage 401 (K) with Employer Match Responsibilities As a Behavior Technician, you will interact with children on the autism spectrum, in their own homes.  We utilize a results-oriented approach called  applied behavior analysis,  which involves observing how our clients react to their environment and how they respond to people around them.  You will engage these special kiddos in fun activities to help build their skills and social awareness and document their progress.   NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED AND STUDENTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY! Qualifications We look for individuals who: Display a fun and creative personality Possess a strong work ethic Must be 18 years old or older GED/HS diploma Reliable transportation and proof of auto insurance Able to pass a thorough criminal background check   Caravel Autism Health is an equal opportunity employer and service provider.  M/F/D/V   "Mental Health", "Child Psychology",  “ABA Tutor”, "child development",  “paraprofessional”, "Occupational Therapy", Speech, Sociology, "Social Work", "special education", "child care", "special needs",  "applied behavior analysis", Autism, "part-time", “behavior therapist”, “therapy”, “CPI”, “TCI”, “MENTA”, “crisis management”, “behavior management”, disabilities, “developmental disabilities”, “home care”, “behavioral health”, “early childhood” , “teacher”, “skills coach” , “behavior intervention”, "anxiety", "apraxia", "aspergers syndrome", "attention deficit disorder (ADD)","communication disorders","developmental delays","downs syndrome","fragile x","motor skills deficits","non compliance","obsessive compulsive disorder","social deficits,"social pragmatic disorder","sensory integration disorder","behavior difficulties disorder"food selectivity,"persuasive development disorder (PDD-NOS)", "global development","behavior difficulties/disorders", "attention deficit hyper active disorder”, “(ADHD)","global development", "learning disabilities"  

POSITION SUMMARY: To work in a partnership with students, staff, parents and the community in accordance with the district’s vision and mission to promote student achievement.  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  Demonstrates an understanding of the curriculum, subject content, and the developmental needs of students by providing relevant learning experiences.  Plans using the state’s standards, the school’s curriculum, effective strategies, resources, and data to meet the needs of all students.  Effectively engages students in learning by using a variety of instructional strategies in order to meet individual learning needs.  Systematically gathers, analyzes, and uses all relevant data to measure student academic progress, guide instructional content and delivery methods, and provides timely feedback to both students and parents throughout the school year.  Uses resources, routines, and procedures to provide a respectful, positive, safe, student-centered environment that is conducive to learning.  Maintains a commitment to professional ethics, communicates effectively, and takes responsibility for and participates in professional growth that results in enhanced student learning.  The work of the teacher results in acceptable, measurable, and appropriate student academic progress.  Requires students to demonstrate 21st Century skills; critical thinking, communication, collaboration, creativity and technology in every classroom.  Engages students through activities both inside and outside the classroom.  Utilizes common core strategies in daily instruction.  Embeds continuous improvement principles utilizing the Baldrige framework.  Must meet any additional specific job requirements as indicated by the school.

POSITION SUMMARY: This job requires driving a school bus to transport students to and from school in a safe and efficient manner so that students may enjoy the fullest possible advantage from the District’s curriculum and extra-curricular program. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  Checks bus vehicle before each operation for mechanical defects, fuel, and safety equipment; notifies the proper authority in case of mechanical failure or lateness.  Keeps assigned bus/vehicle clean inside.  Drives bus/vehicle on assigned route, taking on and dropping off passengers as assigned; discharges students only at authorized stop; transports only authorized students and authorized personnel.  Obeys all traffic laws, and observes all mandatory safety regulations for school buses.  Interacts with children, staff and community members on a positive basis.  Maintains discipline when students are on the bus; reports undisciplined students to the proper authority and fills out required forms.  Exercises responsible leadership when on out-of-District school trips.  Enforces regulations against smoking and eating on the bus.  Reports all accidents and completes required reports.  Maintains current route maps; notifies office staff of any changes  Maintains daily mileage log, student count and DSC’s (Direct Service Claiming) forms when required.

POSITION SUMMARY: Contributes to the district's goal to commit to preparing today's youth for tomorrow's challenges by maximizing their options for life through academic and social growth. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  Administers and interprets a wide range of individualized standardized assessment instruments in all psychological domains including, but not limited to, current editions of the following: Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale, Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children, Stanford-Binet Intelligence Test, Cognitive Assessment System (CAS), Kaufman Assessment Battery for Children (KABCII), Woodcock-Johnson Test of Cognitive Abilities, Universal Nonverbal Intelligence Test (UNIT), Pervasive Development Disorders Behavior Inventory(PDDBI), Personality Inventory for Youth (PIY) Bender Gestalt Visual Motor Perceptual Test,, Wisconsin Card Sorting Test Children’s Memory Scale (CMS), Comprehensive Test of Psychological Learning, and School Motivation and Learning Strategies Inventory (SMALSI). Will be able to administer tests of achievement such as the Young Children’s Achievement Test (YCAT), Wechsler Individual Achievement Test –III (WIAT-III), Woodcock-Johnson Test of Achievement (WJIII), Gray Oral Reading Test-5 (GORT-5), and other achievement and assessment instruments as appropriate. The psychologists wil be competent in guiding other staff in the administration of achievement tests.  Administers and interprets the following instruments including, but not limited to: Children’s Depression Inventory (CDI) Beck’s Depression Inventory, Second Edition (BDI-II), California Personality Inventory, Personality Inventory for Children, Second Edition (PIC II), Behavioral Assessment System for Children, Second Edition (BASC II, ) and Projective Drawing Techniques such as the House-Tree-Person (HTP). Reynolds Adolescent Depression Scale 2nd Edition (RADS-2), Conners III Rating Scale, and other tests as appropriate. The psychologists will make use of the Psychologists’ Library for learning and administering various instruments.  Data-based decision making and accountability: Psychologists will make certain that curriculum-based assessment is collected by the Service Coordinators as part of the assessment and will consult with service coordinators, when needed, in collecting such data. Curriculum-based assessment may include DIBELS, Scholastic Reading Inventory (SRI), Diagnostic Reading Inventory and other classroom based data or programs, i.e. Orton-Gillingham, Lindamood-Bell, Read Naturally, Wilson Reading Program, Handwriting Without Tears, Read 180, System 44, and any other appropriate math or writing prompts. Is able to use assessment data to develop and implement evidenced-based instructional strategies that are intended to improve student performance and tied to the Arizona College and Career Ready Standards.  Evaluates adaptive behavior of children, when appropriate, through the use of the Vineland Social Maturity Scales, Adaptive Behavior Assessment System II, or other appropriate adaptive behavior instruments.  Conducts effective psychological and psycho-educational diagnostic, prescriptive evaluations of children using Themed Evaluations and incorporating curriculumbased measurements into writing the report.  Diagnoses a full range of educational (learning), psychological, and mental disorders in children utilizing the current edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) published by the American psychiatric Association and includes diagnostic information in written reports of evaluation. See website www.careers.dvusd.org  for additional position details

POSITION SUMMARY: To work in a partnership with students, staff, parents and the community in accordance with the district’s vision and mission to promote student achievement. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  Demonstrates an understanding of the curriculum, subject content, and the developmental needs of students by providing relevant learning experiences.  Plans using the state’s standards, the school’s curriculum, effective strategies, resources, and data to meet the needs of all students.  Effectively engages students in learning by using a variety of instructional strategies in order to meet individual learning needs.  Systematically gathers, analyzes, and uses all relevant data to measure student academic progress, guide instructional content and delivery methods, and provides timely feedback to both students and parents throughout the school year.  Uses resources, routines, and procedures to provide a respectful, positive, safe, student-centered environment that is conducive to learning.  Maintains a commitment to professional ethics, communicates effectively, and takes responsibility for and participates in professional growth results in enhanced student learning.   The work of the teacher results in acceptable, measurable, and appropriate student academic progress.  Requires students to demonstrate 21st Century skills; critical thinking, communication, collaboration, creativity and technology in every classroom.  Engages students through activities both inside and outside the classroom.  Utilizes common core strategies in daily instruction.  Embeds continuous improvement principles utilizing the Baldrige framework.  Must meet any additional specific job requirements as indicated by the school.

POSITION SUMMARY: To work in a partnership with students, staff, parents and the community in accordance with the district’s vision and mission to promote student achievement. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  Administers appropriate assessments to students to evaluate skill level, progress and achievement, when necessary or at the direction of the psychologist or support specialist.                                                 Provides instruction consistent with students’ Individualized Education Plan (IEP) service page, utilizing strategies, methods and materials appropriate to the learner’s abilities, needs and learning style.                   Develops materials and behavioral management strategies which will enable more effective learning.   Recommends adapted equipment or alternatives, as appropriate, to promote student success in all environments.                                                                                                                                                               Schedules and participates in Multi-disciplinary Conferences, IEP Meetings and parent conferences as needed or appropriate. Visit www.careers.dvusd.org  for additional information

COLLEGE COUNSELOR Scope: Great Hearts Academies provides quality and individual attention to each student going through the college application process. The overarching objective is to ensure that all students will continue to realize the fullness of their human, cultural, and personal identity well past their time at the school. One of the perennial questions raised at the Academies is, “How do I live the good life?” The university life is crucial in this pursuit as it provides the necessary time and space for students to greater deepen who they are, both intellectually and morally among their leaders and peers. It is of the utmost importance that college counselors assist students in identifying and attending an appropriate educational environment since the formation they receive at university will be a determining factor in their vocations and roles in society. Purpose: College Counselors provide individualized planning and advice to students and their parents. The counselor’s aim is to help students identify, apply and eventually attend the school that is the best fit given their interest, family goals and financial circumstances. There is no crisis counseling, and since the curriculum contains no electives, college counselors do not work on course selection and student scheduling. Detailed Responsibilities Duties involve, but are not limited to: Developing college workshops for parents and providing individual parent counseling to answer questions about high school curriculum, college acceptance, the application process, etc. One-on-one advising on prospective colleges, as well as helping students evaluate their interests for an initial selection of a college major, if needed Educating upperclassmen on application process through group workshops and individual meetings Assisting students with applications, college essays and scholarship essays Processing college application paperwork and writing letters of recommendation for admissions and scholarships Researching and advertising summer study, internships, and scholarship opportunities Facilitating the selection process for students nominated to represent the school for summer programs or scholarships Updating the School Profile and other Academy documents Maintaining a working calendar of events and tasks within the office Coordinating and administering PSAT and PLAN tests (PSAT – sophomores/juniors, PLAN – sophomores) and providing post-test (PSAT/PLAN) counseling to develop individual test preparation plans for the SAT/ACT, as needed Working as the school’s SSD Liaison (Services for Students with Disabilities) and assuring that the information process on college testing accommodations is coordinated with the Academy’s Special Education Coordinator Updating and maintaining college test stats, college acceptance data, scholarship tracking, and alumni information Responsibility for registrar tasks; coordinating with the office manager for some of the registrar tasks; taking on responsibility for issuing transcripts for high school students applying to summer programs and colleges, as well as issuing final transcripts for high school graduates Assisting the office with the processing of incoming transfer credits and serving as liaison to the Headmaster in matters of credit acceptance and necessary make-up credits for transfer students and entering the prior credits for high school transfers into Schoolmaster to ensure completeness of records for college applications. Assisting the headmaster or his/her designated representative with devising remediation plans for high school failing semester grades to allow on-time high school graduation Maintaining the school’s college counseling website and Naviance site Developing background information for the end-of-year awards ceremony highlighting the plans of each graduating senior Working with the Great Hearts College Counseling Team in Arizona on various projects Attending various College Counseling meetings and other training Chaperoning for College Counseling events Networking with colleges, including travel to schools and hosting admissions reps; activity in NACAC and attending National Conferences Consulting with the Director of Academics as needed

Prep Math Teacher Mathematics is an essential part of the core curriculum at all Great Hearts academies; courses in this discipline, each year, are required for graduation.  These courses are not taught with a utilitarian aim, but rather, primarily for the sake of the subjects themselves, as awe-inspiring, intellectually stimulating, and beautiful. Great Hearts has a pure-mathematics focus; courses are largely Socratic and proof-based. Applicants will ideally have at least a BA in mathematics, sciences, and/or liberal arts with solid teaching experience and positive reviews.  A teaching certificate is not required.

Prep Math Teacher Mathematics is an essential part of the core curriculum at all Great Hearts academies; courses in this discipline, each year, are required for graduation.  These courses are not taught with a utilitarian aim, but rather, primarily for the sake of the subjects themselves, as awe-inspiring, intellectually stimulating, and beautiful. Great Hearts has a pure-mathematics focus; courses are largely Socratic and proof-based. Applicants will ideally have at least a BA in mathematics, sciences, and/or liberal arts with solid teaching experience and positive reviews.  A teaching certificate is not required.

6th Grade Science and Math Teacher Science and mathematics are essential parts of the core curriculum at all Great Hearts academies; courses in both disciplines, each year, are required for graduation.  These courses are not taught with a utilitarian aim, but rather, primarily for the sake of the subjects themselves, as awe-inspiring, intellectually stimulating, and beautiful. Science courses are rigorous and content-rich, with a focus on laboratory and field experience. Great Hearts has a pure-mathematics focus; courses are largely Socratic and proof-based. Applicants will ideally have at least a BA in mathematics, sciences, and/or liberal arts with solid teaching experience and positive reviews.  A teaching certificate is not required.

6th Grade Literature/Composition and History Teacher Students in Literature and Composition are introduced to classic literature, including but not limited to To Kill a Mockingbird, Shane, The Wind in the Willows , Anne of Green Gables , and a variety of short stories. The Lit/Comp course is grammar-intensive with a focus on improving students’ use of grammar in their writing. 6th Grade History is the Introduction to the American Tradition . History teachers approach history Socratically, often integrating it with the literature; an emphasis is placed on the understanding of history as a whole entity, as a series of cause and effect relationships.   Applicants will ideally have at least a B.A. in either English, history, philosophy, and/or liberal arts and solid teaching experience with positive reviews from supervisors/students.

College of Security and Intelligence Master of Science in Security and Intelligence Studies If you are looking for a highly stimulating and rewarding career, Security and Intelligence is a great choice! For agencies in the Intelligence community and for many large global corporations, finding the appropriate and suitable talent in this field is a challenge. We are fortunate to have a Professional Advisory Board that helps us keep our curriculum relevant to current national and global security needs. Our students are highly sought-after by employers, in many cases even before they graduate. Setting students up for success, that’s what we do! The MSSIS program is in the nation’s one and only College of Security and Intelligence at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University campus in Prescott, AZ. Yes, we excel at much more than aviation! View Program Requirements here. KEY STRENGTHS OF THE COLLEGE OF SECURITY AND INTELLIGENCE Name recognition within the Intelligence Community and among private sector companies is certain. • Our graduate program offers the rare opportunity to study intelligence and security as part of one single degree program in a campus-based setting. • Our class-size in the master’s program is small. Most of our graduate classes have 12 students or less. • We have a diverse student body, 40% are female and 15% are veterans. Apply Now! Questions? Contact us at 928-777-6632 or prescottgradinfo@erau.edu.

College of Security and Intelligence Master of Science in Cyber Intelligence and Security Are you looking for a rapidly growing career? Cyber Intelligence and Security (CIS) is a great choice! Workforce is scarce, demand is immense, and pay is high—all coupled with exciting opportunities for you to make a big difference. The MSCIS program is in the nation’s one and only College of Security and Intelligence at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University campus in Prescott, AZ. Yes, we excel at much more than aviation! Following the great success of our BS CIS program, we developed a new cutting-edge, industry-oriented, MSCIS program offering a rigorous curriculum abreast with latest technological advances. Students are given high-tech, hands-on opportunities to enhance their knowledge, mindset, and skills in CIS to become highly sought-after professionals and future leaders in their organizations. View Program Requirements here. Why Study Cyber Intelligence and Security at ERAU Prescott? Name recognition among STEM companies and in Intelligence Community is certain Over 95% job placement rate among graduates from the bachelor’s program Our program is in candidacy for NSA/DHS National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) Our own Cyber Lab and new Cyber Warfare Range with advanced capabilities is available to you One of a kind curriculum that can support ABET-Cyber and ACM Cybersecurity Education standards Sample Areas of Research in Cyber Intelligence, Skill, and Mindset Development Penetration testing and ethical hacking; malware and threat intelligence analysis; digital forensics; cyber data science; Internet of Things (IoT) and Cyber-Physical System (CPS) security; aviation and connected vehicle cyber security. Apply Now! Questions? Call 928-777-6632 or email us at prescottgradinfo@erau.edu

Want to make a difference? Join our team of dedicated professionals providing support and treatment to at-risk children and youth facing mental health, child welfare and criminal justice issues. Through our Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU), Staff Secure Residential Unit (SSR), hospital diversion program (New Vistas) and Jefferson Hills Academy, we use some of the most current practices, interventions and protocols to address the complex needs of vulnerable youth and their families. Teachers Assistant Position Purpose: The Teachers Assistant supports the classroom teachers by assisting them in meeting student’s instructional needs, while by providing a safe learning environment. Responsibilities Include: Assists with daily teaching of required and modified curriculum with individuals and small groups. Works according the lesson plans and in partnership with classroom teachers. Facilitates and maintains the safety and security of the residents and other staff.  Displays understanding of low level interventions and the ability to manage crisis situations using Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) protocols of de-escalation. Implements treatment according to treatment plan and provides a supportive structured environment for residents admitted to Jefferson Hills Academy.  Performs daily paperwork, i.e., forms, point sheet distribution, entering information onto the electronic medical record (TIER), etc. Provides structure with predictable and fair limit setting, while demonstrating appropriate boundaries.  Attends and participates in required team meetings. Follows all Jefferson Hills Policies and Procedures, particularly, but not limited to confidentiality, dual relationships, Code of Conduct, Corporate Compliance, and physical and sexual abuse reporting.  Must be willing and able to perform physical restraints with clients using required CPI techniques. This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with this job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. Education/Qualifications/Skills: High school diploma plus 3 years relevant experience, AA plus 4years relevant experience, or BA/BS plus relevant experience. Must be willing and able to obtain a Colorado Department of Education substitute teaching license if required within 30 days of hire. Knowledge of psychological, behavioral, and social systems principles, as they relate to the job. Ability to facilitate group activity. Capable of high quality documentation. Ability to teach and work with students that have significant mental health issues. Experience in mental health, crisis prevention, juvenile corrections, or related field preferred. For Consideration: Please send your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements with Teacher Assistant-Aurora noted in the subject line to JHillHR@jcmh.org . Jefferson Hills is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation or any other protected status according to Colorado state and federal laws. Applicants must be 21 years or older. NOTE: This position works in a licensed, residential child care facility. Drug screen and rigorous background check required for employment.   Jefferson Hills offers a comprehensive, affordable benefits program including health, dental and vision coverage, 403(b) with company match, long and short term disability plans and A FREE MEAL FOR EVERY 8 HOURS WORKED! We seek to provide professional learning and development through ongoing training and a tuition reimbursement program. Jefferson Hills is an equal opportunity employer.

Teachers at Jefferson Hills have unique chance to be creative, developing curriculum that engages and encourages our students with diverse special needs including behavior and mental health issues. We provide small class sizes and the opportunity to work on a multidisciplinary team with other educators, therapists, and medical professionals. Together, we make a difference in the lives of our children and youth every day. Join us! Teacher Position Purpose: Teachers provide specialized educational programming to some of our most academically challenged students. Teachers have a significantly reduced classroom size so they can meet the needs of each individual. Responsibilities include: Prepares lessons in advance for all assigned classes: provides written lesson plans to the principal upon request. Modifies and adjusts curriculum to meet remedial and/or enrichment needs of students; coordinates curriculum with regular education teachers as needed. Assesses academic performance against IEP requirements; participates in IEP meetings and maintains compliance with state and federal requirements. Communicates IEP & transition goals and objectives with regular education teachers and other education staff, Treatment Coordinator, and unit staff; tracks progress. Demonstrates effective use of Teaching Assistants in the classroom, including a coordinated team approach to meet the unique needs of students and to manage classroom behaviors. Maintains classroom management techniques to ensure the safety and security of each student and staff. Collaborates/communicates effectively and consistently with all members of Jefferson Hills’s multidisciplinary team on a regular basis and with all outside agencies. Keeps accurate and timely students records, completes Monthly Academic Progress Reports and Discharge Summaries within prescribed time lines. Attends &/or gives input to all Case Conferences for students on assigned caseload. Maintains a professional relationship with parents and guardians of the students. Maintains up to date certification in CPR, First Aid, and CPI. Must be willing and able to perform physical restraints with clients using required CPI techniques.  Education/Qualifications/Skills: Bachelor’s degree in education with current Colorado State Teaching License with Secondary Education Endorsement. Some experience working with adolescents with special needs.  M.A. or M.Ed. in Special Education with relevant experience preferred. Experience or demonstrated understanding of IEP process. Experience or demonstrated ability working as part of a multidisciplinary team. Motivated and willing to teach and work with students that have significant mental health issues. Experience in mental health, crisis prevention, juvenile corrections, or related field preferred.   For Consideration: Please apply by sending your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements with Special Education Teacher noted in the subject line to JHillHR@jcmh.org . Jefferson Hills is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation or any other protected status according to Colorado state and federal laws. Applicants must be 21 years or older. NOTE: This position works in a licensed, residential child care facility. Drug screen and rigorous background check required for employment.   Jefferson Hills offers a comprehensive, affordable benefits program including health, dental and vision coverage, 403(b) with company match, long and short term disability plans and A FREE MEAL FOR EVERY 8 HOURS WORKED! We seek to provide professional learning and development through ongoing training and a tuition reimbursement program. Jefferson Hills is an equal opportunity employer. For qualified candidates, we offer a comprehensive induction program for teachers seeking a Professional Teaching License.