BJA Middle School English Faculty

POSITION SUMMARY: Provide student instruction from a biblical worldview for middle school courses in the English department, advise students and parents concerning academic matters, and perform service duties as needed within the school.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Key Results Area #1 Develop quality instruction to enhance student learning

· Teach assigned courses

· Perform extra-curricular functions (e.g. coaching, student organization sponsors, etc.)

· Disciple students through relationship building

· Model effective oral and written communication

Key Results Area #2 Support the mission of BJA

· Participate in activities related to the school (e.g. grade-level assemblies, school spirit activities)

· Maintain student academic grades and attendance

· Attend chapel and BJA faculty meetings

· Communicate the religious beliefs of BJA to students and student affiliates

· Answer questions concerning BJA’s statement of faith and biblical position to parents, students, or those inquiring about BJA

· Maintain professional appearance and presentation

Key Results Area #3 Partner with parents to support student growth

· Communicate expectations consistently with parents

· Communicate grades on a timely basis through the Student Management System

· Resolve parental concerns in a timely and gracious manner

· Engage parents in matters of student discipleship

Key Results Area #4 Maintain a professional growth mindset

· Attend school-wide professional development days

· Attend conferences in academic field

· Participate in Professional Learning Communities

· Collaborate with subject area department

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Vibrant walk with the Lord
• Able to communicate a biblical worldview and integrate biblical principles into subject matter
• Developing expert knowledge of teaching field
• Able to incorporate digital technology in instruction
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills in the classroom and interpersonally with students
• Developing organizational abilities in teaching and classroom management

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelors degree in secondary education preferred
• Degree in area of teaching plus appropriate experience preferred; work on graduate degree preferred
• Must be comfortable in a digital environment and able to learn the school management system
• Microsoft Office

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES:

• Teacher certification preferred
• Will need to apply for a teaching certificate from the South Carolina Association of Christian Schools