Arbour SeniorCare
Special Education (SPED) Teacher
$5,000.00 sign‑on bonus for fully licensed Teacher; $2500 sign‑on bonus for license‑eligible!
This opportunity is full‑time and offers full benefits, generous paid time off, and competitive pay.
Liberty Point Behavioral Healthcare is actively seeking a highly‑motivated individual with strong leadership skills, impeccable communication skills, flexible work hours, strong interpersonal skills, and sharp attention to detail to fulfill the role of certified Special Education Teacher (Alternative Education) in our on‑campus school, Liberty Point Academy.
Work days are Monday thru Friday, with additional hours as needed. Salary is competitive and commensurate to education and years of experience. This is a year‑round teaching position.
Liberty Point is located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley—best known for its natural beauty—in the charming city of Staunton, Virginia.
We provide trauma‑informed psychiatric residential treatment to adolescent males experiencing complex emotional, behavioral, and educational difficulties. Our programs are specifically designed for youth with psychiatric disorders and co‑occurring intellectual disabilities, and we specialize in working with young men diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.
Candidate Requirements
Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Education
Hold current Virginia or out‑of‑state teaching license in Special Education or General Curriculum K‑12, or hold a Special Education conditional license with plans to obtain a Special Education professional license
Must be at least 21 years of age
Preferred:
At least three years of experience in a classroom situation
Preferred:
Hold a current VA Driver's License
Job Requirements
Provide developmentally appropriate classroom instruction to assigned students according to IEP/IPP goals and objectives, student strengths and learning preferences, research‑supported methods and techniques, and Liberty Point recommended practices.
Implement the Behavioral Program at Liberty Point, assess and document students’ behavior progress (or lack of progress), and adjust behavioral strategies as needed and in consultation with the treatment team in order to maximize students’ behavioral success.
Assess students’ academic achievement continually through a variety of methods, document progress (or lack of progress), and adjust instructional planning as needed to maximize student achievement.
Maintain consistent communication with other staff at the facility, including parent(s)/guardians, and local education agencies by consulting with team members, attending meetings, keeping accurate records, completing progress reports, making phone calls, writing letters and updating IEPs/IPP’s.
Participate in professional development activities including on‑site training and relevant off‑site classes, workshops, etc.
Display a high degree of professionalism in all activities and interactions with students, staff, parents, agency personnel, community members, etc.
Special Education Teachers Should possess Knowledge of:
Subject matter to be taught (VA Standards of Learning)
Theories of learning and teaching (modifications & accommodations)
Stages of learning
Effective teaching methods
Assessment principles and types
Cognitive/Behavioral/Social Learning theories and principles
Effective classroom management techniques
Methods for observation/data collection
Special Education Teachers Should possess Skills to:
Present effective lessons
Organize and plan instruction
Establish classroom expectations and hold students accountable for meeting them
Manage classroom behavior effectively
Maintain positive relationships with students and co‑workers
Qualifications
Lift and carry up to 50 pounds
Effectively use the full range of body motion
Successfully complete and pass all components of Handle With Care & Verbal De‑escalation Crisis Intervention Training
Effectively perform facility approved First Aid and CPR techniques (CPR, First Aid, and HWC training will be obtained during new employee orientation)
Reflect behavior, attitude, and appearance appropriate to the position and be supportive of the facility and division philosophy, goals, and objectives
Effectively communicate both verbally and via written documentation
Maintain confidentiality
Benefits
A Challenging and Rewarding Work Environment
Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Drug plans
401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match & Discounted Stock Purchase Plan
SoFi Student Loan Refinancing ProgramCareer Development Opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
Employee Assistance Program
Meals Provided while on the Job
EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job‑related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.
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This opportunity is full‑time and offers full benefits, generous paid time off, and competitive pay.
Liberty Point Behavioral Healthcare is actively seeking a highly‑motivated individual with strong leadership skills, impeccable communication skills, flexible work hours, strong interpersonal skills, and sharp attention to detail to fulfill the role of certified Special Education Teacher (Alternative Education) in our on‑campus school, Liberty Point Academy.
Work days are Monday thru Friday, with additional hours as needed. Salary is competitive and commensurate to education and years of experience. This is a year‑round teaching position.
Liberty Point is located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley—best known for its natural beauty—in the charming city of Staunton, Virginia.
We provide trauma‑informed psychiatric residential treatment to adolescent males experiencing complex emotional, behavioral, and educational difficulties. Our programs are specifically designed for youth with psychiatric disorders and co‑occurring intellectual disabilities, and we specialize in working with young men diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.
Candidate Requirements
Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Education
Hold current Virginia or out‑of‑state teaching license in Special Education or General Curriculum K‑12, or hold a Special Education conditional license with plans to obtain a Special Education professional license
Must be at least 21 years of age
Preferred:
At least three years of experience in a classroom situation
Preferred:
Hold a current VA Driver's License
Job Requirements
Provide developmentally appropriate classroom instruction to assigned students according to IEP/IPP goals and objectives, student strengths and learning preferences, research‑supported methods and techniques, and Liberty Point recommended practices.
Implement the Behavioral Program at Liberty Point, assess and document students’ behavior progress (or lack of progress), and adjust behavioral strategies as needed and in consultation with the treatment team in order to maximize students’ behavioral success.
Assess students’ academic achievement continually through a variety of methods, document progress (or lack of progress), and adjust instructional planning as needed to maximize student achievement.
Maintain consistent communication with other staff at the facility, including parent(s)/guardians, and local education agencies by consulting with team members, attending meetings, keeping accurate records, completing progress reports, making phone calls, writing letters and updating IEPs/IPP’s.
Participate in professional development activities including on‑site training and relevant off‑site classes, workshops, etc.
Display a high degree of professionalism in all activities and interactions with students, staff, parents, agency personnel, community members, etc.
Special Education Teachers Should possess Knowledge of:
Subject matter to be taught (VA Standards of Learning)
Theories of learning and teaching (modifications & accommodations)
Stages of learning
Effective teaching methods
Assessment principles and types
Cognitive/Behavioral/Social Learning theories and principles
Effective classroom management techniques
Methods for observation/data collection
Special Education Teachers Should possess Skills to:
Present effective lessons
Organize and plan instruction
Establish classroom expectations and hold students accountable for meeting them
Manage classroom behavior effectively
Maintain positive relationships with students and co‑workers
Qualifications
Lift and carry up to 50 pounds
Effectively use the full range of body motion
Successfully complete and pass all components of Handle With Care & Verbal De‑escalation Crisis Intervention Training
Effectively perform facility approved First Aid and CPR techniques (CPR, First Aid, and HWC training will be obtained during new employee orientation)
Reflect behavior, attitude, and appearance appropriate to the position and be supportive of the facility and division philosophy, goals, and objectives
Effectively communicate both verbally and via written documentation
Maintain confidentiality
Benefits
A Challenging and Rewarding Work Environment
Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Drug plans
401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match & Discounted Stock Purchase Plan
SoFi Student Loan Refinancing ProgramCareer Development Opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
Employee Assistance Program
Meals Provided while on the Job
EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job‑related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.
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