Teaching Assistant (TA) Position Available In Blount, Tennessee

Teaching Assistant (TA) 2.7 2.7 out of 5 stars 2431 Jones Bend Road, Louisville, TN 37777 Teaching Assistant (TA) – Full-Time Village Behavioral Health is a psychiatric residential treatment center that offers a full spectrum of treatment options for children and adolescents ages 10-17. A uniqueness about Village Behavioral Health is that we use nature as part of our therapeutic process. We are nestled in Louisville, TN right on the Tennessee River spread out over 65 wooded acres.

This position will:

Work directly with teachers, assists with classroom management, schedule, lesson planning, working towards positive educational outcomes. Communicate daily with staff members, parents, guardians, teachers, therapists, and/or administrators regarding Academic Plan. Administer and grade assessments. Plan/coordinate educational field trips. Act as Substitute Teacher when teaching staff is out. Assist the Education Director with daily functions of the department.

Requirements:

Minimum of a high school diploma or GED required. Valid driver’s license required. Must pass pre-employment drug screen, 7-year criminal background screen, finger print screen, MVR screen, work history and reference check. Experience working in a behavioral health setting preferred.

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Pay rate: $15.25/hour

Schedule:

8:30am-5:00pm, Monday-Friday Education Required High School/GED or better

Skills Preferred Problem Solving Safety Minded Communication Planning & Organizing Behaviors Preferred Team Player:

Works well as a member of a group

Dedicated:

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Motivations Preferred Ability to Make an

Impact:

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.