What are the responsibilities and job description for the Science Teacher - Middle School position at Fredericksburg Christian School?
Responsibilities of the Classroom Teacher
- Arrives at school promptly and stays until such time as necessary responsibilities are completed
- Develops a warm rapport with students and a positive, secure, neat and attractive classroom environment; trains students in habits and routines which are part of the FCS philosophy; maintains excellent student conduct and attention
- Becomes very familiar with yearly curriculum objectives and participates actively in curriculum writing and revising
- Develops professionally by exploring and being willing to implement new instructional techniques and curriculum
- Uses Curriculum Trak software to prepare lesson plans to ensure that the objectives of the curriculum are being met
- Keeps attendance records, records grades according to department standards, and records of other monies from special projects if applicable
- Fosters a spirit of patriotism and respect by conducting daily pledges
- Places God's Word in a central position in daily instruction, integrating its principles throughout the day
- Prays regularly for each child and presents the Gospel message and other biblical instruction with sensitivity and love; faithfully follows the philosophy and Bible guidelines of the school
- Individualizes instruction and student assessment to meet the needs of both weaker and stronger students in cooperation with Resource Center and fellow teachers
- Learns and applies educationally relevant technology skills for teaching, learning, and administrative tasks with support from the FCS technology department
- Enriches basic curriculum with field trips, creative assignments, and library resources
- Checks student work and sends it home on a regular basis
- Maintains close, cooperative relationship with parents, communicating frequently with parents and responding to parent emails within 24 hours
- Attends weekly faculty meetings, Prayer 'N' Share at least one time weekly, and evening activities of the school as directed; participates in professional development
- Is prompt and faithful with supervision duty on a regularly scheduled basis
- Dresses professionally and modestly, following the Staff Dress Code
- Seeks an awareness of the total school vision and serves willingly in special areas which enhance the overall effectiveness of the ministry
Requirements
General Description and Qualifications
The Classroom Teacher supports and advances the mission of FCS by directing the activities of a class of students; reports to the Principal. The Classroom Teacher should have the following qualifications :
