Social Studies Teacher - Upper School

FREDERICKSBURG CHRISTIAN SCHOOLSJOB DESCRIPTIONThe Classroom Teacher supports and advances the mission of FCS by directing the activities of a class of students; reports to the Principal. Responsibilities include : Arrives at school promptly and stays until such time as necessary responsibilities are completedDevelops 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 attentionBecomes very familiar with yearly curriculum objectives and participates actively in curriculum writing and revisingDevelops professionally by exploring and being willing to implement new instructional techniques and curriculumUses Curriculum Trak software to prepare lesson plans to ensure that the objectives of the curriculum are being metKeeps attendance records, records grades according to department standards, and records of other monies from special projects if applicableFosters a spirit of patriotism and respect by conducting daily pledgesPlaces God's Word in a central position in daily instruction, integrating its principles throughout the dayPrays 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 schoolIndividualizes instruction and student assessment to meet the needs of both weaker and stronger students in cooperation with Resource Center and fellow teachersLearns and applies educationally relevant technology skills for teaching, learning, and administrative tasks with support from the FCS technology departmentEnriches basic curriculum with field trips, creative assignments, and library resourcesChecks student work and sends it home on a regular basisMaintains close, cooperative relationship with parents, communicating frequently with parents and responding to parent emails within 24 hoursAttends weekly faculty meetings, Prayer 'N' Share at least one time weekly, and evening activities of the school as directed; participates in professional developmentIs prompt and faithful with supervision duty on a regularly scheduled basisDresses professionally and modestly, following the Staff Dress CodeSeeks an awareness of the total school vision and serves willingly in special areas which enhance the overall effectiveness of the ministry RequirementsThe Classroom Teacher should have the following qualifications : Committed Christian with a close personal walk with the Lord and the Christian character qualities to serve as a role model for young peopleRegular in attendance at an evangelical Protestant churchCommitment to a Biblical lifestyle, not promoting or engaging in premarital, extramarital, transgender, or homosexual behaviorIf married, a solid commitment based on Mark 10 : 9 and positive marital relationshipStrong commitment to Christian educationBachelor's or graduate degree in related field, including education coursesCommitted to keeping ACSI or state certification current according to FCS guidelinesAbility to maintain an orderly learning atmosphereEnthusiastic, sensitive, loving rapport with students, openness with parents and staffStrong grasp of subject matter and keen ability to communicate concepts to students with a variety of learning styles, stimulate higher level thinking, and involve students in lessonsWell organized, diligent, creativeAbility to carry out physical requirements related to the job and building environment, such as (but not limited to) climbing stairs, riding the bus, supervising students both out-of-doors and indoorsTeachable, servant spirit