Elevations RTC and Academy are seeking a Full Time High School Teacher who also helps to manage, track, and communicate the academic progress of a group of students.

Preference is given to Special Education Licenses. The main topics of need are in at least one of the core subjects (Math, Science, Social Studies, and/or English Language Arts).

Job responsibilities include:

• Teaching 3 1-hour High School classes per day.
• 1-hour Advisory period each day to meet with a group of students to offer academic counseling, support, and supervision.
• Attendance at multidisciplinary team meetings once per week to discuss the academic and therapeutic progress of students.
• Weekly updates and progress notes for students.
• Preferred experience and skills:
• Work in the mental health field, but program-specific training is provided and required.
• Ability to form a positive rapport with students and coworkers.
• Education in Psychology or Social Work is preferred, but not required.
• Special Education skills and endorsement are preferred, but not required.

Job Type:

• Full-time

Salary:

• Starting pay is $50,000 annual salary, with increases based on experience and education, and $10,000 more for Special Education certifications.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental Insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• The typical work schedule is 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. M – F, with some flexibility.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Syracuse, UT 84075:Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

Bachelor’s (Required)

 Teaching:

• 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Utah Educator License (Required)
• Work Location: One location

Responsibilities

Prepare curriculum and teach according to Utah CC
Help, manage, and track students
Communicate and collaborate with coworkers

Qualifications

Utah Teaching License
Endorsement in a core subject
Special Education endorsement (preferred)

Benefits

Vision, 401(k), Dental, Medical

About Elevations RTC

Elevations is a licensed co ed treatment program that provides an intensive, therapeutic program utilizing an interdisciplinary approach. We work with complex and diverse population – cultural, religious, gender identity, sexual orientation, family foundation, ages 13- 18.

DIAGNOSIS CAN INCLUDE:
•Depression/Anxiety
•Trauma History
•ADHD or Learning Disabilities
•Mood Disorders
•Substance Use
•Self-Injury
•Identity issues
•Impaired daily functioning and other associated psycho-behavioral concerns

COMMUNITY
•Students flex between the larger campus community where they participate in school, recreation,, dining, etc to their housing community which is comprised of 14-16 peers.. This smaller therapeutic cohort is where they participate in group and other therapeutic interventions.

EDUCATION
• College Prep, accredited/traditional teacher led instruction
• Small class size 8-12
• SEVIS approved
• NPS certified with the state of California

CLINICAL
* Philosophy is based upon Systemic, Relational and Social Learning theories. Evidence Based Practices are the norm to support Individual, group & family therapy
•20+ hours of weekly clinical/therapeutic services

MEDICAL
•Board Certified General & Child/Adolescent Psychiatrist, Psychiatric NP, PA & full time nursing

RECREATION
•On campus activities: PE every morning, team building activities, clubs
•Weekly off campus activities: camping, mountain biking, water sports, skiing/snowboarding
•Community Service

TRANSITION HOME
*12 beds
*weekly groups
*life skills
*employment opportunities
*24 hour supervision