General Education Teacher

General Education Teacher – Youth Behavioral Health
Location: Lebanon, TN - Lebanon Youth Academy 
Department: Education
Job Type: Full-Time | Year-Round School Schedule
Pay: $60,000 – $70,000 per year

About Youth Opportunity & Lebanon Youth Academy

Youth Opportunity is a nationally recognized leader in residential and behavioral health treatment for at‑risk youth. Lebanon Youth Academy in Lebanon, Tennessee offers an 18‑bed trauma‑informed Youth Academy for boys ages 12 to 17. Serving youth needing structured treatment and emotional support, the center combines individual, family, and group therapy with academic programming, restorative justice, life skills training, and social skill development.

Youth typically remain for 3 to 6 months, engaging in victim‑impact awareness, pre‑vocational preparation, and family involvement. Programming is conducted in small group living units to support reintegration into home and community settings.

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

Apply Today

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Youth Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity Employer.