Youth Opportunity Investments, LLC Hiring for Physical Education Teacher Job at Port Saint Lucie, FL Full Time

Do you want to aid in the lives of youth in your community?

Do you have what it takes to be a part of our team who works hard, is dedicated, and cares for others?

Do you want to build a successful career, while making a difference in society?

If you’re ready to change the world, let’s hear from you! We’re hiring for a Physical Education Teacher at the Everglades Youth Academy located in Okeechobee, FL.

Youth Opportunity Investments are dedicated individuals providing compassionate care and transformative therapy to at-risk and traumatized young people every day. Every one of our employees is making a profound difference in the lives of our most vulnerable youth, thus making an immeasurable contribution to society. By treating body, mind, and spirit, we bring a whole-life approach to troubled and at-risk youth.

Here’s what the job involves:

The Physical Education Teacher is responsible for working with youth to restore motor, social, & cognitive functioning. The position builds youth confidence, develops coping skills, and integrate skills learned in treatment settings into the community settings. Some examples of intervention modalities include creative arts, sports, adventure programming, dance/movement, and leisure education. Structured activities shall be provided during non-traditional hours to promote pro-social skills.

Training will be provided, but if you do have related experience and/or education, you may be eligible to start above entry-level.

To be considered, you should:

· Be empathetic, patient, and treat others with respect.

· Have a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education or equivalent.

· Have a desire to work with troubled youth.

· Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug screen, physical, and TB test.

The Benefits:

· A schedule that allows for more work/life balance.

· Eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance after 60 days of employment.

· Eligible for 100% 401k match of up to 4% of your salary after 60 days of employment

· Paid Time Off

· Tuition Assistance

· Growth opportunities nationwide – we have 20 programs in 4 states!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Preferred)

Experience:

• Physical education: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location