What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lower School Staff position at Mt Juliet Christian Academy?
An elementary school teacher is responsible for creating and delivering engaging lessons across various subjects like math, science, reading, and social studies to young students in grades K-6, fostering their academic, social, spiritual, and emotional development by providing individualized instruction, managing classroom behavior, communicating regularly with parents, and preparing students for standardized tests while adhering to state curriculum and accreditation standards; essentially laying the foundation for future learning through a positive and supportive classroom environment.
Responsibilities
- Feedback: Provide constructive feedback to help students grow academically
- Classroom management: Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment
- Communication: Communicate with parents and guardians about student progress
- Professional development: Attend faculty meetings and professional development sessions
- Assessments: Regularly monitoring student progress through observation, quizzes, tests, and projects to identify strengths and areas needing support
- Collaboration: Work with other teachers, administrators, and specialists to support student learning
- Lesson planning: Plan and prepare lessons that align with the curriculum and teach from a Biblical Worldview
Teaching candidate must hold a valid state teaching license or ACSI license, or be an upcoming graduate in an accredited teacher preparation program. Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree.