What are the responsibilities and job description for the Open Inquiry - Teaching Faculty position at LEXINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY?
RESPONSIBILITIES
Teaching & Learning
Develops, plans, and implements curriculum, units, and lesson plans for students within areas of expertise.
Instructs and assesses students in assigned academic subjects. Presents and reinforces learning concepts within the specified subject or subject area.
Establishes and communicates high expectations for all students.
Supports LCA’s core value of parent partnership through proactive, clear, and generous communication.
Establishes and maintains clear guidelines and procedures that ensure a physical and emotionally safe and effective classroom environment for all students.
Culture & Engagement
Contributes to LCA culture through leadership, innovation, and engagement outside the classroom, including sponsorship of a student club, participation in a co-curricular program, and/or serving on a committee.
Performs miscellaneous other job-related duties as assigned, including study hall and/or lunch coverages and other operational needs.
Participates in the spiritual life of the community and spiritual formation of students by attending weekly Chapel and participating in community service initiatives.
Growth & Development
In partnership with supervisors, develops and implements a professional growth plan including personal professional goals.
Is an active participant in faculty, division, and departmental initiatives and meetings through consistent attendance and engagement.
QUALIFICATIONS
Passion for LCA’s mission
High integrity and role model as reflected in the characteristics of an LCA Christian Educator
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community
Happy and positive in their dealings with others
Good listeners who desire to help students solve problems
Respected and trusted by students and parents
Communicate professionally and effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to evaluate, design, and implement curriculum, testing, and/or teaching methodologies
Ability to handle multiple tasks in a professional and courteous manner
Knowledge of child development and especially of children in the age group of assigned positions
Knowledge of current educational research and varied learning styles, skills and pedagogy in using various methods and strategies to address differentiated learning and challenge students beyond the required curriculum
Bachelor’s degree is required; master’s degree is preferred
ENVIRONMENT
LCA is a grade 6-12, independent college preparatory school that exists to educate young men and women in the arts and sciences in the context of a complete commitment to the Gospel of Jesus Christ by developing intellectual ability, nurturing spiritual and moral growth, encouraging creativity, and instilling a desire to serve God and others. Recognizing that LCA is strongly committed to the historic Christian faith, we expect that candidates will subscribe to the Academy’s Statement of Faith, Standards for Christian Living and be active participants in a Christian congregation.
SALARY & BENEFITS
Salary is negotiable, commensurate with experience and/or qualifications. A competitive benefits package is available.
In addition to submission of application and resume/CV, a complete application must include a cover letter.
