Social Studies Teacher

Immediate opening for a SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER at Abraxas Academy in Morgantown. As a Social Studies Teacher, Secondary Education, you will be helping at-risk adolescents BUILD BETTER FUTURES.

We've got a job for you! Whether you have your Public or Private Academic Certificate; if not, let's talk as you may be eligible for a Temporary Private Academic Certificate.

Abraxas Academy is located minutes off of Exit 298 of the Pennsylvania Turnpike in Berks County and provides detention and treatment services for court committed youth.

Salary: $52,000 annually

Shift: Day Shift

Who We Are:

Abraxas Youth & Family Services is a national nonprofit human services provider dedicated to Building Better Futures for at-risk youth, adults, and families. Our diversified array of services includes alternative education, outpatient counseling, in-home services, shelter, detention, residential treatment and re-entry/transition services.

Since 1973, Abraxas team members have positively impacted the lives of those we serve and the communities in which they live.

Benefits & Perks:

We provide a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that offers the protection, peace of mind and flexibility designed to support you both at home and at work.

• Medical & Dental & Vision Insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Basic Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

• 403(b) Savings Plan

• Life Assistance Program (LAP)

• Tuition Assistance Program

• Paid Time Off (PTO) * Paid Holidays

• Paid Training

• Advancement Opportunities

In this role, you will:

Provide specialized instruction in one or more subjects to clients in order to help them learn the subject matter and/or skills.

Secondary Social Studies Teacher Responsibilities:

• Employ a wide variety of instructional methods, behavioral tools, and materials that are most appropriate for meeting standard operating procedures and educational objectives that are outlined in the school curriculum.

• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the clients maturity.

• Create and maintain accurate client/administrative documents such as daily attendance and grade books; summarize achievements in reports for assigned clients including attendance and behavior.

• Develops daily lesson plans and completes all required educational paperwork

• Participate as an educational team member in coordination with the clients, staff, and school and represents the program in professional meetings, family meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops.

Minimum Education Requirement:

Bachelors degree in related field in subject matter that is utilized for teaching experience.

State certification (public (level I or II) or private) in education.

Other Qualifications:

• At least twenty-one (21) years of age.

• Criminal clearances (Act 33 and 34, specific State & child clearances and, if necessary, FBI).

• Non-communicable diseases physical exam.

• Valid driver's license from employees state of residence.

• Valid registered vehicle insurance.

• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

Why Should You Consider Abraxas?

• At Abraxas, we celebrate the richness of our diverse employees and the communities we serve. We are actively committed to building a culture of awareness and belonging, as we strive to ensure we are a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally competent organization.

• As we work to make a difference in peoples lives, we are dedicated to respect, equity, and the engagement of those we serve and our employees.

• As a provider of trauma-informed care, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey.

• Whether youre looking to begin a rewarding career or youre a seasoned professional wanting a new challenge, we have a place for you and opportunities for development at all levels.

• At Abraxas, everything we do centers around people. That is why we are committed to providing you with competitive pay and comprehensive benefit options that help make your life easier and healthier, with a focus on providing choice when it comes to physical, emotional and financial wellness. Our benefit options meet you where you are in your life and set you up for success both in and outside of work.

• If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others, come join us!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Abraxas Youth & Family Services, an affiliate of Apis Services Inc., offers a rewarding career for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. Abraxas is a great place to start your career whether you have a high school diploma or GED, military experience, some college, or a bachelor or advanced degree. If you are interested in counseling, juvenile justice, psychology, social work, teaching or just want to make a difference, we have a career path for you.

Apis Services, Inc. provides shared administrative services, including recruiting and onboarding new team members for over 30+ for profit and non-profit organizations across the USA so they can focus on their all-important missions. Apis Services Inc. is a progressive corporation with over 3500+ employees nationwide and growing.

We are Hiring and We Want You on Our Team!

Interested in joining our outstanding team? If you have any questions, you can contact us by email at recruiting@jobsatabraxas.org