Special Education Teacher

Join to apply for the Special Education Teacher role at Youth Opportunity Investments, LLC in Memphis, TN at the Memphis Youth Academy.

Base pay range: $60,000.00/yr - $65,000.00/yr. Sign‑on bonus: $10,000. Full‑time position.

Youth Opportunity is a nationally recognized leader in residential and behavioral health treatment for at‑risk youth. Memphis Youth Academy serves boys aged 13‑18 in a trauma‑informed residential setting, integrating clinical mental health, behavioral treatment, and daily academic instruction with activities such as art, music, recreation, and social skills development.

• Develop and deliver individualized lesson plans for youth with diverse learning needs.
• Instruct students in academics, interpersonal skills, and activities of daily living.
• Administer assessments and create individualized education plans (IEPs).
• Adapt classroom work for inclusion and specialized learning environments.
• Track student progress through documentation, grades, and behavioral records.
• Counsel students on academic, social, and behavioral issues as appropriate.
• Collaborate with other teachers, clinical staff, administrators, and guardians.
• Maintain a safe, trauma‑informed classroom environment that promotes learning.
• Comply with state regulations and facility policies related to education and special education.

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or Special Education.
• Valid Tennessee Teaching License with Special Education Endorsement.
• Ability to pass background check and drug screen.
• Strong organizational skills and commitment to youth success.
• Willingness to work with youth in behavioral health and challenging environments.

• 3+ years teaching in special education settings.
• Experience working with youth with developmental, intellectual, or behavioral disabilities.
• Familiarity with trauma‑informed education, IEP development, and EMR systems.

• Physical demands:
  Ability to sit for extended periods and tolerate prolonged data entry; must be free of communicable diseases as defined by state law.
• Must maintain a valid state driver’s license and meet state criminal background check requirements.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with up to 4% employer match (immediate vesting).
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays – 4 hours of PTO every pay period.
• Free prescription delivery on most medications.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development.
• Robust Employee Assistance Program.
• Supportive, mission‑driven work environment.

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Youth Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity Employer.