High School Teacher | Syracuse, UT

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