About this role
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 for students in grades 6-12 in English, Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies. 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
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Youth Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. $60,000 - $65,000 / year