What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle School English Teacher position at Cherry Gulch?
Job description
Cherry Gulch is a small therapeutic treatment program in Emmett, Idaho, accredited by Cognia. Our academic department aims to reinvest students in the learning process through individual, dynamic, multi-sensory education to develop them into independent and organized learners, problem solvers, and effective communicators. We do this through a balance of therapy and individualized classroom instruction. Our students range in age from 10-15 years old, are enrolled in grades 5-9, and present with various emotional and behavioral challenges that impact their ability to learn.
We are looking for a talented English Teacher to join our team and help grow our Special Education programming, support, and training. Our ideal candidate has a strong background in supporting students with social and emotional challenges and enjoys working collaboratively with our residential, academic, and clinical teams. Dual certification is a plus but not required.
This position will start immediately, and they will continue to work with us the following school year.
Qualifications:
- Must be over 21 years of age.
- Must have Special Education Endorsement.
- Must be able to be on feet for full school day.
- Must have a clean Criminal History Record
- Experience working with adolescents preferred.
Responsibilities include:
- Working with students individually and in small groups on social skills, mood regulation, and academic support.
- Follow Idaho’s standards and benchmarks for curriculum development.
- Delivers material with a high degree of relational engagement, group process, and experiential methodology.
Job Benefits:
- Competitive Pay and Benefits, including medical and 401K
- Small Class Size
- Teach Monday – Thursday, minimum elective days on Friday
- Individual interactions with students
- Flexibility for creative, experiential lesson planning
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $44,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
- Boarding school
- Private school
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $44,000 - $65,000
