Special Education Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $70,000 - $75,000 / yr

Special Education Teacher Youth Behavioral Health

Location : Nashville, TN (Harpeth Primary Assessment Center)

Job Type : Full-Time |

Pay : $70,000 - $75,000 / year

Sign On Bonus : $10,000

About Youth Opportunity & Harpeth Primary Assessment Center

Youth Opportunity is a nationally recognized leader in residential and behavioral health treatment for atrisk youth. Harpeth Primary Assessment Center in Nashville, Tennessee is a secure, 24bed assessment center providing traumainformed care to girls ages10 to17. This temporary program combines structured clinical assessment, individualized support planning, and daily therapeutic services in a highly supportive and structured environment.

Youth typically remain in care for about 30days, during which they receive intake, multidisciplinary evaluation, education, independent living and social skills training, and initial mental health stabilization. Programming occurs in small group units designed to support accurate placement recommendations, emotional safety, and family engagement while preparing youth for the next phase of care.

Position Summary Special Education Teacher Job in Nashville, TN

We are hiring a Special Education Teacher for students in grades 6-12 in English, Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies to join our education team at Harpeth Primary Assessment Center. This role is ideal for educators passionate about helping at-risk youth with behavioral health and emotional regulation needs succeed in the classroom. You will be responsible for providing direct instruction, developing individualized education plans (IEPs), and supporting youth through trauma-informed, evidence-based education programs.

Special Education Teacher Job Benefits

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

Why Join Youth Opportunity?

Special Education Teacher Responsibilities

Required Qualifications

Preferred Experience

Other Requirements

How to Apply

Click Apply Now through Indeed to submit your application. Or visit http : / / www.youthopportunity.com / yourfuture to learn more about our mission and career opportunities.

Youth Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity Employer.