General Education Teacher - Adolescents

Job Title: General Education Teacher – Adolescent Residential Program
Location: Kingsland, GA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Salary: Starting at $50,000
Reports To: Clinical Director
Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate General Education Teacher to provide educational services within a residential behavioral health setting serving adolescents ages 11–17. This role supports students currently receiving treatment for behavioral health concerns including, but not limited to, self-harm, aggression, suicidal ideation, substance use, trauma, mood instability, depression, and anxiety.

The Teacher will assist students in completing grade-level academic requirements while coordinating educational case management and planning for successful school reintegration following discharge. The ideal candidate thrives in a structured therapeutic environment, enjoys working with students who require additional care and support, and understands the intersection of education and behavioral health.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individualized and small-group instruction tailored to each student’s academic level and treatment plan.

• Develop and implement lesson plans that accommodate emotional, behavioral, and cognitive needs.

• Collaborate closely with therapists, case managers, and the multidisciplinary treatment team to align educational strategies with therapeutic goals.

• Assist students with academic assignments, projects, testing preparation, and completion of grade-level requirements.

• Monitor, document, and communicate academic progress and concerns to appropriate stakeholders.

• Implement trauma-informed teaching strategies to create a safe, structured, and supportive classroom environment.

• Adapt instructional materials to support students with IEPs and 504 Plans.

• Provide educational case management and coordinate post-discharge school reintegration planning.

• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to review student progress and contribute to holistic care planning.

• Maintain compliance with all educational standards, documentation requirements, and safety protocols within the residential setting.

Required Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field.

Experience:

• 0–1 years of teaching or tutoring experience required.

• Experience working with behavioral health populations preferred.

• Experience delivering psychoeducational groups or lectures preferred.

• Experience managing a student or client caseload preferred.

Licensure (Preferred):

• Georgia licensure in counseling or related field (LMHC, LMFT, LCSW, LAPC, LPC) preferred but not required.

Background & Eligibility Requirements:

• Must pass a Level 2 background check (national criminal history and fingerprinting).

• No felony or substance abuse convictions within the past five (5) years.

• If in recovery, must demonstrate a minimum of two (2) years continuous sobriety prior to hire.

Knowledge & Skills

• Adolescent Education: Strong understanding of middle and high school instructional strategies, individualized learning plans, and academic modifications.

• Behavioral Health Awareness: Knowledge of how trauma, anxiety, depression, and substance use impact learning and behavior.

• Classroom Management: Ability to establish structure, set expectations, and maintain a therapeutic learning environment.

• Trauma-Informed Care: Familiarity with trauma-responsive teaching practices.

• Crisis Intervention: Ability to de-escalate emotional or behavioral crises effectively.

• IEP & 504 Plan Knowledge: Working knowledge of legal requirements and accommodations.

• Special Education Practices: Understanding of modifications and differentiated instruction for diverse learners.

• Case Management: Ability to track academic progress, document outcomes, and coordinate school transition plans.

• Collaboration: Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

• Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-paced, emotionally demanding environment.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Health Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

If you are passionate about supporting adolescents in a structured, therapeutic setting and believe in the power of education as part of recovery, we encourage you to apply.