Teacher Job at Elk Hill Farm Inc, Charlottesville, VA

WHFPMWdKZEFWbEwrOW1WaDVCSDZ6OWttSWc9PQ==
  • Elk Hill Farm Inc
  • Charlottesville, VA

Job Description

Would you like to work for a non-profit organization where your contributions make a major impact on the lives of the children and families that we serve? Join a family of experienced mental health professionals and counselors dedicated to providing kids, and each other, the kindness, respect, and encouragement they need to succeed.

Elk Hill was honored as a 2024 Top Workplace USA. The Top Workplace USA winners are chosen based solely on employee feedback. Winners of the Top Workplaces USA are recognized for the great culture that exists at every level of the organization.

If you would like to work for a Top Workplace USA organization where the decisions YOU make can impact youth and families of Central Virginia, then Elk Hill Farm, Inc. is the place for you!

We are an organization that:

  • Is honored as a 2024 Top Workplace USA
  • Is a Top Workplace Meaningfulness Award recipient
  • Has talented, hardworking employees
  • Advocates for mental health issues
  • Offers competitive benefits, pay and pet insurance for full-time staff
  • Has a generous time-off and holiday package
  • Offers a 401(k) plan with 5% employer match for full-time staff
  • Tuition assistance
  • Elk Hill is celebrating 50+ years of supporting youth and families across the Commonwealth of Virginia! Stability. Adaptability. Longevity.

Thinking of a career in education? Do you have a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university? Elk Hill is proud to partner with iTeach! iTeach is approved by the VDOE for elementary, secondary, and special education certifications helping provide high-quality educators in the classroom. Please specify in the application if you are interested.

PRIMARY FUNCTION of a Special Education Teacher:

To develop and provide a learning experience for each student that is responsive to his unique education­al needs and in accordance with the total program goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES of a Special Education Teacher:

  • Develop and implement individualized plans to attain appropriate educational goals for each youth
  • Demonstrate a high level of competence, motivation, and commitment as a total staff member
  • Implement educational practices and carry out educa­tional respon­sibilities which enhance the cognitive, social, and emotional growth of students
  • Provide a classroom environment for dealing with and resolving emotional problems of each youth
  • Develop and maintain a physical classroom environment conducive to learning
  • Maintain complete records on the academic progress and achievement of each student
  • Log interactions of the group
  • Understand thoroughly the group process and team strategies when interacting with the youth
  • Build positive, caring relationships with the youth based on respect, trust, and good communication
  • Work cooperatively with staff to improve the quality of the total program
  • Be able to accept and give professional feedback regarding total staff members
  • Work to promote an atmosphere of openness, honesty, and under­standing among all staff and other persons associated with Elk Hill Farm
  • Demonstrate a commitment to professional growth

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Valid teaching certificate in subject area taught (or ability to obtain a valid teaching certificate) and/or Special Education pursing Special Education endorsement within two years
  • Experience working with youth, preferably in a group environment
  • Good physical health and ability to administer behavior management techniques
  • Ability to work effectively with other staff
  • Ability to design and provide educational plans meeting the individualized needs of students
  • Valid driver's license
  • Sense of humor

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is at the forefront of what we do at Elk Hill, and we enforce respectful communication and cooperation between all. Elk Hill does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

Note: Elk Hill Farm, Inc. reserves the right to change or reassign job duties or combine positions at any time.

PI0103bf7052af-30492-35960449

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time,

Similar Jobs

Apex Dermatology and Skin Surgery Center LLC

MEDICAL ASSISTANT Job at Apex Dermatology and Skin Surgery Center LLC

 ...skincare facility that empowers employees to deliver exceptional patient experiences. We are currently looking for talented candidates...  ...individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Escorts patients to exam rooms in order of appointment times. Obtains... 

The Kitchen Table at JBBDCo

Bar Manager Job at The Kitchen Table at JBBDCo

 ...Job Details: QED Hospitality is a restaurant operations management group, focused on running Food & Beverage operations in boutique...  ...restaurants born of the region and based on our history. The Bar Manager will be responsible for overseeing daily operations of... 

Noble Casing Inc

Truck Driver (CDL needed) Job at Noble Casing Inc

 ...essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. Driver Criteria: This is our preferred guideline for insured drivers. Individual exceptions may be considered to some degree.... 

NEW VISIONS AIM CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL 1

Special Education Teacher - Manhattan Campus Job at NEW VISIONS AIM CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL 1

 ...ABOUT THE POSITION: UD Team teachers are dynamic, data-driven educators dedicated to a student-paced, competency-based curriculum....  ...ensuring our graduates receive a diploma, a stepping stone for higher education, and essential job skills. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:... 

Infinity

Account Executive - Entry Level Sales Job at Infinity

Infinity has partnered with a leading home warranty provider and is seeking highly motivated and driven individuals to join this growing program. Candidates who have a background in B2C sales and are driven by providing excellent customer experience can step into this ...