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24-24 SY - Lower School Teacher, Specials (P.E. and Music)

Harvest Bible Chapel

Elgin, IL | Full Time

$50k-73k (estimate)

1 Month Ago

24-24 SY - Lower School Teacher, Specials (P.E. and Music)

$50k-73k (estimate)

Full Time | Religious Organizations 1 Month Ago

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Harvest Bible Chapel is Hiring a 24-24 SY - Lower School Teacher, Specials (P.E. and Music) Near Elgin, IL

Summary of Primary Purpose

The Lower School Teacher will maintain an active, personal relationship with Christ. The teacher will possess high character and references that show a work history of representing Christ with integrity and character. They should be a team player, love families and students, and have a desire to see students grow in their knowledge of Christ and their ability to make future decisions. The teacher will possess a strong knowledge of teaching methods for grades K - 4.

Essential Roles & Responsibilities, included but not limited to:

Possess knowledge and understanding of the Christian philosophy of education that will enable him/her to provide leadership and guidance in the school’s development of and commitment to a Christian world view.
Attain knowledge of the school’s curriculum, standards, and mission.
Integrate biblical principles and the Christian worldview throughout the curriculum and activities. Instruct classes as assigned, following the prescribed scope and sequence as scheduled by the administration.
Ensure that his/her school classroom reflects a safe, efficient, respectful, and Christian environment.
Possess knowledge of the physical/emotional development of children, particularly at the age level of the children being taught and understand the problems they face. Plan broadly using semester and quarterly plans and objectives, and more currently using a Daily Lesson Plan.
Plan a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and ablilites of the student that focuses on understanding and mastery of ELA standards drawing upon a knowledge base of the Science of Reading and its principles.
Employ a variety of instructional aids, methods, and materials that will provide for creative teaching to reach the whole child: spiritual, mental, physical, social, and emotional.
Plan through approved channels a variety of modes including uses of field trips, guest speakers, and other media.
Use homework effectively for skill development, review, enrichment, or project work.
Assess the learning of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
Demonstrate a system of regular parent communication to connect school and home.
Respond in a timely manner to parent requests for help or information, or to parent complaints.
Participate in formal and informal parent-teacher conferences.
Participate in continuous professional development through professional reading, college coursework, and through attendance at in-service, workshops, and conferences.
Seek and accept constructive evaluation of his/her job performance; demonstrate a teachable spirit.
Attend school devotions, staff meetings and events deemed necessary by the Principal.
Follow all school policies and procedures as set forth by the Principal, Superintendent and/or Harvest Bible Chapel’s Elder Board.
Maintain confidentiality regarding matter related to students, parents, faculty, and administration.

Ministry Duties/Expectations:

Desire to grow in discipleship, serving, equipping, learning and leading
Personal and growing relationship with Jesus and a humility to testify to it
Ability to explain “What Harvest Bible Chapel Believes”
Ability to pray with other employees, guests and attenders of the church
Be active, engaged and accountable in a biblically based church.
Facilitate the school’s culture that promotes the values of the school mission statement
Maintain and encourage Christ-like care for all elements of the school community
Integrates biblical principles and the Christian philosophy of education throughout instruction

Skills/Knowledge Required:

Demonstrate a reasonable level of computer literacy and show familiarity with current and applicable learning technology;
Possess a high level of spoken and written literacy as well as practice excellent communication skills; demonstrate the ability to manage student and parent relationships
Ability to maintain discretion and absolute confidentiality

Education and Experience:

Attained a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education or related field;
Hold an ACSI certification (preferred) or be willing to obtain within 1 year of start date;
Hold or be eligible to receive an Illinois Professional Education License
2 Years teaching experience preferred