General Education Teacher

General Education Teacher – Youth Behavioral Health
Location: Memphis, TN (Memphis Youth Academy)
Department: Education
Job Type: Full-Time | Year-Round School Schedule
Pay: $60,000 – $65,000 per year

About Youth Opportunity & Memphis Youth Academy

Youth Opportunity is a nationally recognized leader in residential and behavioral health treatment for at-risk youth. Memphis Youth Academy in Memphis, Tennessee, is a higher-capacity Youth Academy (approximately 68 beds) serving boys ages 13–18 in a trauma-informed residential setting. The program integrates clinical mental health and behavioral treatment with daily academic instruction, art, music, recreation, and social skills development.

Youth typically spend 6 to 9 months in the program, participating in individual, family, and group therapy, restorative justice, life skills training, victim-impact awareness, and pre-vocational preparation. Small group living units foster stability, engagement, and preparation for reintegration into school and community environments.

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate General Education Teacher to provide individualized instruction and support to help youth succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. This role is essential to improving outcomes for students with complex needs through collaboration, structured programming, and a trauma-informed approach.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• 401(k) with up to 4% employer match with Immediate Vesting


• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays – earn 4 hours of PTO every pay period


• Free RX delivery on most medications


• Tuition reimbursement and professional development


• Robust Employee Assistance Program


• Supportive, mission-driven work environment

Key Responsibilities

• Instruct students to build academic, interpersonal, and daily living skills

• Develop and deliver lesson plans aligned with individualized needs and IEPs

• Administer developmental and academic assessments

• Adapt classroom materials and lessons for diverse learners

• Monitor and assess student progress, providing feedback to teams and caregivers

• Counsel students on academic and behavioral challenges

• Collaborate with teachers, staff, foster parents, and outside resources

• Document grades, attendance, behavior logs, and other required reports

• Support the prevention of client abuse through vigilance and policy adherence

• Report incidents promptly to ensure safety and compliance

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education

• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass background checks

• Valid teaching license 

Preferred:

• Master’s degree or Special Education certification

• 3+ years teaching experience with students with behavioral, developmental, or intellectual disabilities

• First Aid, CPR, and crisis prevention training (or willingness to obtain)

Physical Demands

• Must be in good physical health and emotionally stable

•  Able to actively engage with youth, participate in physical interventions, and transport youth or staff as needed

• Must be free of communicable diseases as defined by the state

• Must pass evaluation of physical techniques and certification exams

Apply Today

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Youth Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity Employer.