What are the responsibilities and job description for the 6th Grade Teacher - West Shore Christian Academy Campus position at CSAGH?
Job Summary:
As a 6th Grade Teacher, you will have a significant impact on the educational development and growth of middle school students. You will be responsible for creating a stimulating and nurturing learning environment, developing, and implementing a comprehensive curriculum, and fostering the physical, emotional, intellectual, social, and spiritual growth of the student. Your teaching approach should be dynamic, creative, and tailored to address the diverse needs of children in the 6th grade.
Qualifications & Desired Attributes:
Curriculum Development:
As a 6th Grade Teacher, you will have a significant impact on the educational development and growth of middle school students. You will be responsible for creating a stimulating and nurturing learning environment, developing, and implementing a comprehensive curriculum, and fostering the physical, emotional, intellectual, social, and spiritual growth of the student. Your teaching approach should be dynamic, creative, and tailored to address the diverse needs of children in the 6th grade.
Qualifications & Desired Attributes:
- Professes a strong Christian faith in Jesus Christ and demonstrates regular attendance at a Bible-believing church aligned with the CSAGH Statement of Faith.
- Agrees with and upholds the principles outlined in Articles II, III, and XII, section 1 of the Constitution of the Christian School Association of Greater Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
- Holds a bachelor’s degree in education as a minimum qualification.
- Exhibits a clear commitment to Christian Education and a wholehearted embrace of CSAGH's vision.
- Demonstrates prior classroom experience as a teacher.
- Self-motivated, dynamic, well-organized, and adaptable individual with a genuine desire to connect with, nurture, and minister to children.
- Proficient in educational best practices and effective teaching methods, with the ability to engage and build trust and rapport with the learners..
- Cultivates healthy and positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and school administration.
- Willingness to participate in professional development and training as required.
Curriculum Development:
- Develop and deliver dynamic lesson plans and teaching materials that align with grade-level standards and educational objectives.
- Adapt instruction to accommodate various learning styles and abilities within the 6th-grade level.
- Integrate educational technology and other resources to enhance classroom experiences.
- Establish and maintain a safe and positive classroom environment that promotes active learning.
- Implement effective behavior management strategies and encourage positive conduct.
- Cultivate a sense of community and inclusivity within the classroom.
- Regularly assess student progress through diverse methods, including testing, assignments, and observations.
- Maintain accurate records of student performance and communicate results to parents and guardians.
- Collaborate with colleagues and school administrators to review and analyze student data.
- Foster open and effective communication with parents and guardians to discuss students' academic and social progress.
- Participate in parent-teacher conferences and school events.
- Contribute to building a collaborative home-school partnership.
- Stay current with educational trends, teaching methodologies, and advancements in the field.
- Attend professional development sessions, workshops, and conferences as needed.
- Collaborate with other educators to share best practices.
- Work closely with other 6th Grade Teachers and school staff to align curriculum and maintain consistency in teaching standards.
- Engage in school-wide initiatives and activities.
- Attend and actively participate in staff meetings and curriculum planning sessions.
- Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field.
- Appropriate state teaching certification or licensure.
- Previous experience in teaching middle school children, with a focus on 6th grade preferred.
- Strong knowledge of grade-level curriculum standards and effective teaching practices.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- A passion for creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Proficiency in educational technology for instructional purposes.
- Classroom management skills and effective behavior intervention strategies.
- A commitment to ongoing professional development and growth.
- The employee needs to communicate verbally and listen regularly.
- The ability to stand, sit, and move around the classroom for extended periods.
- Lifting, bending, and carrying classroom materials and supplies.
- Effective communication, both verbal and written.
