High School Math Teacher

Job Overview Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a High School Math Teacher at DePaul Academy Residential Facility in South Bend, Indiana. DePaul Academy, located in the heart of South Bend, shares a campus with the St. Joseph County Juvenile Justice Center. It serves young men aged 14‑18 with mental health, substance abuse and/or behavioral needs. Utilizing a strengths‑based approach, DePaul provides therapeutic services and diverse social and educational opportunities, blending evidence‑based treatment, academics, and extracurriculars to foster a culture of learning, growth, and achievement. Compensation & Benefits Salary based on degree and teaching experience. Earn a $1,000 bonus after successful completion of essential skills training within the first 90 days. Small class sizes (6‑8 students), no electronics, no standardized testing, no meetings with parents. Medical, dental, vision, company‑paid life insurance within 90 days, 401(k) match up to 6% after one year, paid time off that can be used as soon as it accrues, and more. Responsibilities In this role, you will primarily implement and adhere to the principles of Positive Operational Culture and provide instructional services to students. You will work collaboratively with staff, emphasizing a positive attitude toward students, staff, and the program. Qualifications Current and valid Indiana teaching license for the subjects taught; licensed for grades 5‑12 or 9‑12. Will work with new graduates to obtain emergency permit. Knowledge of instructional strategies, curriculum delivery, student assessment, methodologies, and research related to learning and working with at‑risk high school‑aged youth. Effective classroom management and behavioral management techniques that support diverse learning styles. Strong communication skills for positive collaboration with site staff. Understanding of education technology and its use as an educational tool. Ability to establish rapport with students, diagnose, prescribe, and evaluate student progress, collaborate on consistent curriculum delivery, confront inappropriate behavior appropriately, and accept additional tasks, including flexible work schedule and extracurricular assignments. Schedule Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. #J-18808-Ljbffr Rite of Passage