TEACHER; Certified

Responsibilities

As a Certified Teacher on the Lighthouse Education Team, you will integrate and coordinate a patient‑centric therapeutic strategy with a focus on academics, ensuring delivery of high‑quality instruction aligned with the mission and licensing requirements.

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise individualized direct care, educational group services, and activities for each assigned student or group.
• Define and implement education and behavior goals as a member of the educational team.
• Provide continuous individualized tailored student care, observation, interaction, documentation, and role modeling under the direct supervision of the Director of Education.
• Hold delegated administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out assigned duties.

• Referral Bonus Program
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive compensation and generous paid time off
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• 401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Tuition savings to continue nursing education with Chamberlain University
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Education or a related field.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum of three years of related experience, knowledge of educational theories and classroom teaching strategies, and a good understanding of education and therapeutic intervention.
• License:
  Valid teaching credentials and credentials to teach exceptional children; certified teacher by the State of Georgia required.
• Additional Requirements:
  • Successful completion of CPR certification.
  • Handle With Care (HWC) training prior to assisting with a restraining procedure and within 90 days of employment.
  • Knowledge of current professional education practice and techniques applicable to the care of severely behaviorally disabled students.
  • Ability to organize and conduct educational classes/groups, direct student needs, and provide appropriate documentation.
  • Analytical skills to observe educational practice and interpret human behavior accurately.
  • Knowledge of developmental stages preferred.

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and team members. UHS subsidiaries are equal‑opportunity employers and 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.