Middle School English Language Arts Teacher

Qualifications

• Profess a saving faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior and accepts the authority of scriptures as a guide for faith and living
• Model Christian character in speech and actions
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree, or higher, in education from an accredited college/university
• Possess a current teaching certificate from a Christian school association and/or State
• The ideal candidate will possess experience teaching in a middle school classroom environment and specifically with ELA
• Collaborate successfully with faculty and staff
• Express strong verbal and written communication skills
• Display superior planning, organization, and time management skills

Overview of Job Responsibilities

• Help to foster a love of learning within students; plan and direct a program of instruction for the student in accordance with the policies and philosophy of MGCS, this will include writing and/or updating a yearly curriculum and lesson plans
• Maintain appropriate and accurate records of the student’s attendance, learning progress and performance, and behavior
• Establish procedures, standards, and rules for positive and effective classroom management; be consistent with classroom rules and their implementation
• Recognize and attempt to inspire each individual student in desirable performance and behavior
• Employ a variety of instructional aids, methods, and materials that will provide for creative teaching to reach the spiritual, mental, physical, social, and emotional aspects of each child
• Partner with Student Support Team personnel as needed to accommodate individual student needs
• Treat each child with dignity and respect and model these behaviors for students
• Foster positive collaboration and partnership with families - communication and clarity regarding their child’s progress, strengths and areas of growth
• Attend all required professional development meetings and school programs as directed

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and/or walk approximately 75% of the workday
• Speak and hear clearly
• Operate a computer, hand-held learning devices or other technology
• Reach, bend, stoop, twist, and lift/move up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to participate in and supervise students in outdoor situations in different weather conditions

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $34,266.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Private school
• Religious school

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $34,266