Certified Academic (Humanity) Classroom Teacher (NH License Required)
Pike, New Hampshire
Up to $50,000 year based on experience
Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Make a Lasting Impact
Mount Prospect Academy (MPA) is seeking Certified Teachers to join our mission-driven team supporting adolescents in a therapeutic educational setting. If you’re passionate about helping students succeed both academically and emotionally, we want to hear from you.
Retired public-school teachers are encouraged to apply this role will not affect your retirement benefits!
About the Role
As a Certified Classroom Teacher, you’ll lead a small classroom of residential students, delivering engaging, standards-based instruction while supporting their behavioral and emotional growth.
You’ll collaborate closely with our academic and clinical teams to create a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment.
What You’ll Do
- Plan and deliver daily lessons in your subject area
- Create assignments, tests, and learning activities
- Track and assess student progress
- Support and implement IEP goals
- Maintain documentation (lesson plans, grades, reports)
- Manage classroom behavior using supportive interventions
- Supervise and guide teaching assistants
- Participate in team meetings, training, and curriculum development
About Mount Prospect Academy
Founded in 1964, MPA is a growing nonprofit organization providing education and mental health services to youth who need specialized support. Our programs include residential treatment, special education schools, and community-based services.
Our mission is to create a safe, therapeutic environment where students can build confidence, develop coping skills, and reach their full potential.
Why Join Us?
✅ Full benefits package (health, dental, vision, 403B, life insurance)
✅ Generous PTO & wellness programs
✅ Free daily meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
✅ Access to gym, outdoor recreation equipment & activities
✅ Professional development & growth opportunities
✅ Loan repayment program eligibility
✅ Potential housing options
✅ Promote-from-within culture
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required
- NH DOE Teaching Certification (required or in progress)
- Experience teaching middle or high school preferred
- Experience working with youth (education, coaching, counseling, etc.)
- Passion for working with students with behavioral or emotional needs
Bonus Experience (Preferred)
- Special education or alternative education experience
- Background working with students with mental health or behavioral challenges
Mount Prospect Academy assures equal opportunity and public access and, if necessary, affirmative action in all its policies regarding employment and provision of services. MPA does not discriminate in its hiring, programs or policies on the bases of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital status or sexual orientation.
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