Safe Harbor School (SHS) is our very own private school that serves youth receiving treatment at Nexus- Indian Oaks.  SHS serves grade levels 6 - 12, and students participate in a curriculum that is tailored to their unique needs and current grade level. The school provides a special education curriculum that is accredited by the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement, and approved by the Illinois State Board of Education. Credits transfer to any school upon the clients' discharge.

Nexus-Indian Oaks is part of Nexus Family Healing, a national nonprofit network of mental health agencies providing innovative, customized help for children and families struggling with emotional, behavioral, and mental health issues often stemming from significant levels of childhood trauma.                      

The primary role of the teacher is to provide educational instruction through a variety of accepted teaching techniques while employing behavior management strategies that will ensure the effective and efficient implementation of assigned individual students’ IEPs.

Salary: $45,000.00 - $53,000.00. Based on Experience & Licensure!

Schedule: Monday-Friday 7a-3:30p. Year-round school through the summer with pre-scheduled break weeks & holidays off.

Primary responsibilities:

In cooperation with other members of the school team, assess educational needs and the progress of assigned students. Provide instruction to assigned students in classes of expertise as assigned. Provide crisis intervention within the classroom setting and apply TCI or approved de-escalation techniques appropriate to the situation at hand; ask for assistance when warranted through appropriate procedures and keep other academic and clinical treatment staff appraised of inappropriate behaviors. Create a classroom climate that is positive and supportive for both learning and treatment. Ensure confidentiality regarding students is in compliance with all licensing agencies, company policy, COA and HIPAA guidelines. Develop or assist in developing IEPs, test ability levels and coordinate meetings with other members of the IEP team where appropriate. Attend faculty/staff meetings, IEP staffing's and participate in additional meetings and training sessions as required; understand and support the Nexus treatment philosophy and modalities.

Required Education and Licensure:

Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in an educational discipline is required. Active teacher’s licensure/certification required. Valid driver’s license required. Must meet state regulating agency and Home Office driving requirements

Nice to Have: 

2 years previous teaching experience. Active teacher’s licensure/certification specialization in the areas of EBD, LD, SED and TMH.

Physical Demands:

Must be able to assist staff in physical and non-physical interventions with residents. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and up to 100+ pounds with assistance. Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time (2-4 hours). Must be able to twist, bend and stretch in a manner conducive to the execution of daily activities within a school. 

The benefits for the Teacher Position include:

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) match Pre-tax flexible health care and dependent care spending accounts No cost life insurance No cost short term and long-term disability benefits Tuition assistance program Education loan forgiveness program Paid time off Advancement pathways and internal promotion NEW - Talkspace Therapy Benefit for the whole family NEW - Hinge Health Benefit for the whole family NEW – Carrot Fertility Benefit And much more!

ICARE Values & Behavioral Competencies:

Innovation: Leading the way and implementing creative, cutting-edge ideas and approaches. Compassion: Listening, honoring differences, and showing respect, kindness, empathy care, and concern. Agility: Exhibiting flexibility and adapting quickly. Responsiveness: Being quick, positive, and accurate. Excellence: Demonstrating quality results that surpass ordinary standards.

At Nexus Family Healing, we not only support diversity – we celebrate it and rely on it for the betterment of our employees, our services, and our impact on the community. We strive to provide the best quality care for our youth and the best work environment for our employees through an inclusive team culture. Nexus Family Healing is proud to be an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.   

APPLY TODAY TO BE CONTACTED BY OUR RECRUITING TEAM! When you work at Nexus, you have the opportunity to change lives — including your own!

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