LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY - Middle School Social Studies Teacher

TITLE: Middle School Teacher (Social Studies)

STAFF LEVEL: Faculty

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

STATUS: Full Time, 10 month

Overall Responsibilities

The primary role of a Middle School Teacher at Life Christian Academy is to focus on and teach the strategies and skills that are necessary for students to reach their academic and college/career goals. This is accomplished in a Christian environment where students are taught to know and love Jesus through ethics, respect, academics, and programs.

Principle Responsibilities

• Fosters and enhances an effective learning environment, maintains a safe classroom environment conducive to learning 
• Develops and writes daily lesson plans for courses taught in core content areas (Math, Science, English, Social Studies, etc.)
• Establishes and implements, in a positive and supportive manner, classroom management policies and procedures governing student behavior, conduct and discipline
• Communicates with students, parents, guardians, and other staff, on a regular basis; maintains an open, positive relationship to provide guidance and evaluation, and to encourage student achievement
• Monitors student progress and collects data that demonstrates progress 
• Establishes goals and objectives for students that are aligned with courses 
• Plans/uses a variety of researched-based teaching strategies to differentiate instruction in the classroom
• Keeps abreast of current research and best practices in their field of expertise (or in their content area)
• Uses class time well with activities that engage students’ attention and demonstrate a clear purpose 
• Gives clear directions and well-organized examples and explanations 
• Uses questions and explanations that promote clear thinking 
• Teaches students how to ask questions to problem solve in various academic and social settings 
• Creates a learning environment founded on student learning rather than curriculum 
• Creates an equitable environment of community among students which fosters a respect of each member’s individuality, diversity, and strengths
• Is available to any parent or student who wishes to have a conference
• Plans for and uses online and eLearning as needed/directed
• Learns and uses the FACTS LMS (Learning Management System) as directed
• Composes a working syllabus for each class subject
• Models Biblical principles in making choices to impact students 
• Adheres to the faculty and staff professional dress code as determined by the school administration 
• Actively supervises students in Chapel to ensure attention/engagement & to assist/maintain a positive culture 
• Enforces all school policies and processes, including dress policy, mobile phone policy, behavior expectations 
• Articulates in writing and speaking how the teacher’s Christian faith integrates with his or her teaching
• Other reasonable duties as assigned

Role Competencies

• Practice love, joy, patience, kindness, self-control, gentleness, faithfulness, and truthfulness 
• Demonstrates a passion for Christian education 
• Professing Christian who can articulate the Gospel to others
• Faithfully support Life Center Church and its ministries 
• In professional growth the teacher is expected to: 

• • establish and maintain effective working relationships with all school community groups (school board, school leaders, colleagues, staff, parents, and students)
  • Reflects on personal performance for continuous improvement and implementation of best practices
  • Have a developed personal philosophy of Christian education
  • Work constructively with colleagues and administration by contributing ideas and listening 
  • Observe the Matthew 18 principle in conflict resolution, avoiding a negative, critical spirit, and taking problems to administrator if necessary 
  • Attend and participate in staff devotions, student chapels, teacher’s meetings, staff/student retreats, church sponsored functions, and other meetings and activities as assigned 
  • Participate in Professional Learning Community efforts
  • Serve on academic committees and teams 
• In Community relations the teacher is expected to: 

• • Participate actively in the community, especially in the church community 
  • Model love for Christ and students beyond the school day and campus 
  • Reflect a positive view of Life Center/Life Christian in interaction with the local community, social media, etc.
• Contribute to a positive and enjoyable working environment 
• Be proficient with Word, Excel, and ability to become proficient with relevant software and/or applications 
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn to use and teach use of adaptive software