Job Description
Job Description
Ashuelot Valley Academy
Join Our Mission to Empower Youth and Inspire Lifelong Learning!
Position: High School Science Teacher
Start Date: July 7, 2026
Location: Keene, NH
Reports To: Director of Academics
Salary: Starting at $45,000+, commensurate with experience and qualifications
Schedule: Full-Time • Day Shift • Monday - Friday
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package
Requirement: Must hold High School Science Certification
About the Role
Ashuelot Valley Academy is seeking a dedicated High School Science Teacher to support and guide students in a year-round academic environment. In this role, you'll work closely with the entire school team to ensure student safety, engagement, and academic success.
You will teach from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday, developing and delivering lesson plans aligned with IEP goals and core content standards. Responsibilities include designing project-based assignments, using a variety of assessment tools, and tracking student progress through quarterly grades and ongoing evaluations.
Company Background
Welcome to Mount Prospect Academy (MPA), a rapidly growing nonprofit agency founded in 2003, with the goal of helping struggling adolescents find a "zest for life" and succeed in the "business of life."
MPA has evolved to offer a variety of mental health support services to a diverse population of "hard to treat" and "difficult to place" adolescents. Our targeted services include home and community-based treatment, residential treatment programs, group homes, and special education schools. MPA is known for its ability to achieve successful outcomes with difficult-to-serve individuals throughout New England.
Mission:
MPA'S mission is to provide a caring, safe therapeutic environment where students have the opportunity to grow and acquire the skills they need to reach their educational and social potential. We aim to develop trusting relationships with students and facilitate experiences that promote their ability to self-regulate; manage thoughts and feelings; and develop feelings of safety, confidence, and competency.
Academic Services:
Academic instruction and hands-on experiences are core elements of Mount Prospect Academy's holistic treatment philosophy. We specialize in working with difficult-to-serve youth who have not succeeded, academically or behaviorally, in a more traditional academic setting.
We provide full school days at MPA's academic programs. Our teachers provide competency-based instruction, and they employ innovative strategies to help non-traditional students learn. We offer academic support services for individualized learning, and our students have full access to the general education curriculum, as outlined in the New Hampshire curriculum standards.
Summary:
The Classroom Teacher will work closely with the whole school team to ensure the safety and well-being of the students while they participate in the academic program. The teacher will facilitate classes during the 7:30am -3:30pm Monday - Friday workday. Academic program is year-round, and the teacher will work the calendar year with the exception of several vacation periods. They are responsible for generating lesson plans to instruct their students in areas of need per IEP goals and/or core content area, as well as other assigned subject areas. They prepare project-based assignments, utilize a variety of assessment methodologies and engagement tools to support student learning. They also assess students' progress and abilities throughout the school year providing progress and quarter grades. They will also provide evidence of Individual Education Goal (IEP) goal progress for students with this entitlement.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
The teacher functions as part of the academic and treatment team and is responsible for educating and overseeing the supervision of students while in school.
The teacher provides instruction, grading and assessment of the assigned academic courses and grade level following the school curriculum.
Implements student Individual Education Plan (IEP) program needs including direct support, collaboration or meetings as assigned.
Maintains and submits documentation including lesson plans, progress reports, grading, IEP evaluation and ITP progress as needed.
Monitors, directs and implements behavioral interventions within the classroom as needed.
Monitors, maintains and requests academic materials and supplies related to instruction subject areas including completing appropriate forms.
Participates in on-going school curriculum development, professional development, evaluation and assessment as requested.
Participates in mandated and assigned professional training offered in the program.
Directs and supervises teaching assistants with collaboration with the Dean of Students and Academic Director.
Aids in developing school field trips.
Participates in faculty meetings as required.
Always maintain students' confidentiality and reports all pertinent information to supervisor.
Pursues appropriate channels of communication.
Understands the administrative structure, chain of command and program philosophy of Mount Prospect Academy.
Appropriately represents Mount Prospect Academy to the community, students' parents and outside agencies.
Follows all company policies and procedures.
Other duties as assigned.
Benefits:
MPA offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Medical Insurance (with Flexible Spending Account & Health Reimbursement Account)
Dental & Vision Coverage
403(b) Retirement Plan
Life Insurance & AD&D
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Wellness Programs & Telemedicine Access
Legal Services & Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off, Holidays, Tuition Assistance
Employee Discount Programs
Outdoor activities like skiing, hiking, and paddling to build student engagement
Free meals, Company Swag and More!
Requirements, Education and/or Experience
Must be 21 years of age.
Bachelor's Degree Required.
Prefer: BA in field of academic content in Science. A preference will be given to teachers with educational experience related to students with identification/diagnosis with emotional disturbances, attention issues or mental health conditions.
Prefer: NH DOE certification/teaching license. Two or more years' experience in instruction in the field of general education and/or special education, preferably middle school and high school levels.
Note that we can support someone to obtain this certification and develop a professional development plan to ensure it is obtained in a timely fashion.
Prefer two years' experience interacting with children/youth, including but not restricted to, camp counselor, coach, babysitting, parent.
Welcome to ATX Learning
Mount Prospect Academy offers a 220 day academic program and 365 day intensive residential program. We serve 85 male students who range from 11 to 21 years old.
The state of New Hampshire has identified our students for intensive residential placement and in-home social services. MPA students can be clinically identified as emotionally handicapped, learning disabled, autistic, or other health impaired. We also serve students with psychiatric and judicial issues. MPA has developed an expert understanding of this difficult-to-serve population's needs. Our programs regularly receive students from the care of their families, New Hampshire's Division of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF), The Sununu Youth Services Center, and intermediate care facilities such as the Nashua Children's Home, the Dover Children's Home, the Webster House, and the Orion House.
MPA's mission is to provide a caring, safe therapeutic environment where students have the opportunity grow and acquire the skills they need to reach their educational and social potential. We aim to develop trusting relationships with students and facilitate experiences that promote their ability to self-regulate; manage thoughts and feelings; and develop feelings of safety, confidence, and competency.
Job Requirements
Requirements, Education and/or Experience
Must be 21 years of age.
Bachelor's Degree Required.
Prefer: BA in field of academic content in Science. A preference will be given to teachers with educational experience related to students with identification/diagnosis with emotional disturbances, attention issues or mental health conditions.
Prefer: NH DOE certification/teaching license. Two or more years' experience in instruction in the field of general education and/or special education, preferably middle school and high school levels.
Note that we can support someone to obtain this certification and develop a professional development plan to ensure it is obtained in a timely fashion.
Prefer two years' experience interacting with children/youth, including but not restricted to, camp counselor, coach, babysitting, parent.
Ashuelot Valley Academy
Join Our Mission to Empower Youth and Inspire Lifelong Learning!
Position: High School Science Teacher
Start Date: July 7, 2026
Location: Keene, NH
Reports To: Director of Academics
Salary: Starting at $45,000+, commensurate with experience and qualifications
Schedule: Full-Time • Day Shift • Monday - Friday
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package
Requirement: Must hold High School Science Certification
About the Role
Ashuelot Valley Academy is seeking a dedicated High School Science Teacher to support and guide students in a year-round academic environment. In this role, you'll work closely with the entire school team to ensure student safety, engagement, and academic success.
You will teach from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday, developing and delivering lesson plans aligned with IEP goals and core content standards. Responsibilities include designing project-based assignments, using a variety of assessment tools, and tracking student progress through quarterly grades and ongoing evaluations.
Company Background
Welcome to Mount Prospect Academy (MPA), a rapidly growing nonprofit agency founded in 2003, with the goal of helping struggling adolescents find a "zest for life" and succeed in the "business of life."
MPA has evolved to offer a variety of mental health support services to a diverse population of "hard to treat" and "difficult to place" adolescents. Our targeted services include home and community-based treatment, residential treatment programs, group homes, and special education schools. MPA is known for its ability to achieve successful outcomes with difficult-to-serve individuals throughout New England.
Mission:
MPA'S mission is to provide a caring, safe therapeutic environment where students have the opportunity to grow and acquire the skills they need to reach their educational and social potential. We aim to develop trusting relationships with students and facilitate experiences that promote their ability to self-regulate; manage thoughts and feelings; and develop feelings of safety, confidence, and competency.
Academic Services:
Academic instruction and hands-on experiences are core elements of Mount Prospect Academy's holistic treatment philosophy. We specialize in working with difficult-to-serve youth who have not succeeded, academically or behaviorally, in a more traditional academic setting.
We provide full school days at MPA's academic programs. Our teachers provide competency-based instruction, and they employ innovative strategies to help non-traditional students learn. We offer academic support services for individualized learning, and our students have full access to the general education curriculum, as outlined in the New Hampshire curriculum standards.
Summary:
The Classroom Teacher will work closely with the whole school team to ensure the safety and well-being of the students while they participate in the academic program. The teacher will facilitate classes during the 7:30am -3:30pm Monday - Friday workday. Academic program is year-round, and the teacher will work the calendar year with the exception of several vacation periods. They are responsible for generating lesson plans to instruct their students in areas of need per IEP goals and/or core content area, as well as other assigned subject areas. They prepare project-based assignments, utilize a variety of assessment methodologies and engagement tools to support student learning. They also assess students' progress and abilities throughout the school year providing progress and quarter grades. They will also provide evidence of Individual Education Goal (IEP) goal progress for students with this entitlement.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
The teacher functions as part of the academic and treatment team and is responsible for educating and overseeing the supervision of students while in school.
The teacher provides instruction, grading and assessment of the assigned academic courses and grade level following the school curriculum.
Implements student Individual Education Plan (IEP) program needs including direct support, collaboration or meetings as assigned.
Maintains and submits documentation including lesson plans, progress reports, grading, IEP evaluation and ITP progress as needed.
Monitors, directs and implements behavioral interventions within the classroom as needed.
Monitors, maintains and requests academic materials and supplies related to instruction subject areas including completing appropriate forms.
Participates in on-going school curriculum development, professional development, evaluation and assessment as requested.
Participates in mandated and assigned professional training offered in the program.
Directs and supervises teaching assistants with collaboration with the Dean of Students and Academic Director.
Aids in developing school field trips.
Participates in faculty meetings as required.
Always maintain students' confidentiality and reports all pertinent information to supervisor.
Pursues appropriate channels of communication.
Understands the administrative structure, chain of command and program philosophy of Mount Prospect Academy.
Appropriately represents Mount Prospect Academy to the community, students' parents and outside agencies.
Follows all company policies and procedures.
Other duties as assigned.
Benefits:
MPA offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Medical Insurance (with Flexible Spending Account & Health Reimbursement Account)
Dental & Vision Coverage
403(b) Retirement Plan
Life Insurance & AD&D
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Wellness Programs & Telemedicine Access
Legal Services & Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off, Holidays, Tuition Assistance
Employee Discount Programs
Outdoor activities like skiing, hiking, and paddling to build student engagement
Free meals, Company Swag and More!
Requirements, Education and/or Experience
Must be 21 years of age.
Bachelor's Degree Required.
Prefer: BA in field of academic content in Science. A preference will be given to teachers with educational experience related to students with identification/diagnosis with emotional disturbances, attention issues or mental health conditions.
Prefer: NH DOE certification/teaching license. Two or more years' experience in instruction in the field of general education and/or special education, preferably middle school and high school levels.
Note that we can support someone to obtain this certification and develop a professional development plan to ensure it is obtained in a timely fashion.
Prefer two years' experience interacting with children/youth, including but not restricted to, camp counselor, coach, babysitting, parent.
Welcome to ATX Learning
Mount Prospect Academy offers a 220 day academic program and 365 day intensive residential program. We serve 85 male students who range from 11 to 21 years old.
The state of New Hampshire has identified our students for intensive residential placement and in-home social services. MPA students can be clinically identified as emotionally handicapped, learning disabled, autistic, or other health impaired. We also serve students with psychiatric and judicial issues. MPA has developed an expert understanding of this difficult-to-serve population's needs. Our programs regularly receive students from the care of their families, New Hampshire's Division of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF), The Sununu Youth Services Center, and intermediate care facilities such as the Nashua Children's Home, the Dover Children's Home, the Webster House, and the Orion House.
MPA's mission is to provide a caring, safe therapeutic environment where students have the opportunity grow and acquire the skills they need to reach their educational and social potential. We aim to develop trusting relationships with students and facilitate experiences that promote their ability to self-regulate; manage thoughts and feelings; and develop feelings of safety, confidence, and competency.
Job Requirements
Requirements, Education and/or Experience
Must be 21 years of age.
Bachelor's Degree Required.
Prefer: BA in field of academic content in Science. A preference will be given to teachers with educational experience related to students with identification/diagnosis with emotional disturbances, attention issues or mental health conditions.
Prefer: NH DOE certification/teaching license. Two or more years' experience in instruction in the field of general education and/or special education, preferably middle school and high school levels.
Note that we can support someone to obtain this certification and develop a professional development plan to ensure it is obtained in a timely fashion.
Prefer two years' experience interacting with children/youth, including but not restricted to, camp counselor, coach, babysitting, parent.
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