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Teacher/Counselor


Company : Academy Programs


Location : Kingmont, VA


Created : 2026-02-04


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

SIGN ON BONUS!!Scroll down for a complete overview of what this job will require Are you the right candidate for this opportunity- $1500 AFTER 6 MONTHS, and $2500 AFTER 18 MONTHS- ANNUAL LONGEVITY BONUS UP TO $1200 · Teacher/Counselor Assistant requires a high school diploma or equivalent.Starting wage is $18.00/hour.· Teacher/Counselor I requires Bachelor's Degree (non-human service degree).Starting wage is $19.00/hour.· Teacher/Counselor II must require a 4 year Bachelor's Degree in Human Service Field.Wage is $20.00/hour.Qualifications: · Must have a valid WV Driver's License · Must be 21 years of age · Must be able to pass a criminal background check Benefits: · Health Insurance · Free Life Insurance · Free Long-Term Disability Insurance · 401k Plan With Company Match · Dental Insurance · Vision Insurance · New Hire Incentive - Refer a friend and earn $ · Annual Raises Based on Performance/Attendance · Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan Academy Programs needs mentors to guide youth in our residential facility! Be a mentor, coach, counselor, role model and guide as you lead a small group of students through a day filled with opportunities to learn and grow.Guide your group in the completion of outdoor/experiential activities and group games.Coach your team as they experience the value of fair play and sportsmanship via a wide variety of intramural athletic programming.Role model the importance of experiencing joy in each day.Mentor students to develop essential and effective daily living skills.Essential Functions of the Teacher/Counselor: · Be a member of a team responsible for creating and ensuring innovative strategies to create meaningful change in the life of a child.· Provide leadership and direction to students while challenging them to perform at peak levels as they engage in successful completion of the days' activities.· Teacher/Counselors attend class, and assist students in improving academic performance.· Role model and implement effective problem-solving skills and strategies for overcoming challenges each and every day.· Coach a team of students in the skills required to enhance individual and team performance in intramural athletic events such as, basketball, flag football, softball, volleyball, etc.· Maintain a positive peer culture as a Teacher/Counselor and encourage the development of pro-social group dynamics.· Assess, re-direct and mentor students in the development and enhancement of pro-social skills. xijylhu · Document daily progress of each youth, as you assist the youth with their new coping skills.