Elementary Teacher

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Heritage Christian Academy hires elementary teachers who care about the spiritual and academic growth of their students, who maintain high academic standards, and who love Christ and live by biblical principles. HCA faculty and staff meet together regularly for prayer, biblical worldview training, celebrations, and professional development. Heritage Christian Academy employees understand the essential and foundational importance of living out, and agree wholeheartedly with Heritage’s statement of faith, social position statements, mission, vision, and core values.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A salvation testimony of faith in Jesus Christ and desire to be in the ministry of Christian education at Heritage Christian Academy. HCA teachers must possess a solid knowledge of the Bible, a growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ, and a demonstrated character of integrity. A teaching license or related degree required.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS AND GIFTS:

• A strong commitment to the educational philosophies of Heritage Christian Academy
• Ability to support children’s emotional and social needs
• Consistent, loving direction of behavior according to biblical principles and in accordance with Love and Logic, as well as HCA’s core beliefs of behavior management
• Active, responsive supervision to ensure the safety and well being of all children
• Strong service-related people skills and problem solving skills
• Excellent communication skills, including writing, and interpersonal conversation
• Developed organization and planning skills
• Collaboration and teamwork abilities
• Understanding of pedagogical best practices
• Patience and empathy
• Positive, encouraging, and compassionate attitude
• Excellent interpersonal skills with regard to children, their parents, and colleagues
• Individual must be comfortable connecting the biblical truths and biblical worldview perspectives to their students’ lives
• A demonstrated knowledge of reading, phonics and math instruction and a clear pedagogical understanding of how to teach these concepts at an age-appropriate level.
• Ability to articulate and share examples of clear, consistent, and effective classroom management techniques

ABILITIES AND PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES also include:

• Requires adhering to school policy, rules, and regulations
• Must demonstrate punctuality, dependability, and a strong work ethic
• Ability to complete projects on time and follow through efficiently
• Ability to multitask
• Diligence and flexibility
• Attitude of “do what is needed to get the job done”
• Time management skills
• Provide one-on-one help for those students who are struggling with academic concepts
• Provide prayer and Godly counsel to hurting students
• Worship and attend chapel with your class
• Assist in observing and assess the ability of each student

REPORTS TO:

Elementary School Principal

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $41,000.00 - $51,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $41,000 - $51,000