Academic Instructor

About Newport Healthcare:
Newport Healthcare is a leading nationwide behavioral health organization committed to transforming the lives of young individuals through evidence-based treatment.

We have assembled a team of the finest mental health professionals dedicated to supporting adolescents and young adults, and we invite you to be a part of this mission.

As our specialists guide clients towards sustainable recovery, we prioritize the well-being of our staff by offering competitive salaries, opportunities for professional development, student loan repayment assistance, tuition reimbursement, and a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, among other benefits.

Become part of a compassionate team that values authentic connections, mutual respect, and unconditional support—and experience the fulfillment of positively impacting the lives of young people and their families every day.

Empowering Lives. Restoring Families.

Key Responsibilities:

The Academic Instructor is responsible for overseeing the comprehensive academic program with guidance and support from the Education Supervisor/Manager and Executive Director.

Collaborating with families, the instructor will develop personalized academic plans tailored to help students achieve their educational objectives. This role involves managing multiple students who are working at different paces across various subjects.

Core Duties:

1. Develop individualized academic plans for each student in coordination with families and educational institutions based on relevant academic data.

2. Collaborate with schools to ensure timely administration of coursework as needed.

3. Provide personalized instruction and academic support to students through virtual platforms and school-facilitated curricula.

4. Supervise math and science tutors, offering direction, feedback, and management as necessary.

5. Monitor student progress, communicate weekly updates to families, and maintain accurate records in the electronic documentation system.

6. Assist in daily and weekly assignment scheduling while supporting students in establishing their weekly goals.

7. Provide necessary support and accommodations for IEP/504 meetings.

8. Attend mandatory internal meetings and training sessions.

9. Communicate any behavioral, academic, or attendance issues to clinical and direct care staff to develop appropriate interventions for students.

Participate in weekly Treatment Team meetings, parent meetings, and clinical discussions.

10. Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
A Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is required.

A minimum of two (2) years of experience in student instruction is required, preferably at the middle or high school level.

Newport Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer, providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without discrimination or harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Newport Healthcare is dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities, including reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

For more information on Equal Opportunity, please refer to our policies.

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