What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle/Upper School Teacher Pool position at The Brook Hill School?
The Brook Hill School Classroom Teacher Job Description
Position : Middle / Upper School Teacher
Grades : 6-8 and 9-12
Classification : Exempt
Grade / Subject : TBD
Mission Statement : The Brook Hill School provides excellence in college preparatory education, affirms the gifts and challenges the potential of each student, and encourages students to honor God through Christ-like character.
Faculty Profile :
The Brook Hill faculty member should possess spiritual characteristics that reflect :
Acceptance without reservation of The Brook Hill School Statement of Belief, Mission, Vision, Core Values, and other policies and statements found in the Brook Hill Employee Handbook
A strong clear Christian testimony
A mature, godly spirit
A person of faith and prayer
The Brook Hill faculty member should demonstrate a personal lifestyle that reflects :
Biblical integrity
A spirit of dedication, commitment, flexibility, and responsiveness
The ability to listen and respond to counsel
An authentic godly demonstration of love for students and a desire to personally invest in their spiritual, emotional, and social maturation
Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a discipline closely related to subject to be taught or Masters level degree if teaching college-level courses
Three years of teaching experience within specific discipline is preferred
Non-expired teaching certification is required for Middle School and preferred for Upper School positions. First-time teachers may be asked to obtain certification / endorsement if deemed necessary and / or beneficial to the position
Knowledge of and experience with relevant technology
Solid biblical and theological foundation and understanding
Duties and Responsibilities :
Seamlessly and deliberately integrate Biblical truth and Christian values into curriculum and instruction
Take an active role in ensuring the school's effectiveness by identifying short-term and long-range issues that must be addressed; providing pertinent information and commentary to deliberations; recommending options and courses of action; implementing directives
Establish and adjust course outlines and objectives by following curriculum guidelines and school goals; modifying plans on the basis of student diagnostic and assessment procedures
Convey information to students by using language concepts, examples, demonstrations, and teaching aids through such best practices utilizing the integration of technology with subject matter
Maintain student-learning results by providing instructional feedback; coaching; counseling, and disciplining students; planning, monitoring, and appraising learning results
Maintain records by documenting learning accomplishments, attendance, and behavior.
Consistently partner and communicate with parents in the shared desire of student growth and success by providing academic information, suggesting educational and social resources, and addressing parents' concerns
Engage in ongoing communication and collaboration with Brook Hill team members in order to strengthen student performance and support
Participate in the broader ministry of Brook Hill by contributing time, talent and treasure beyond assigned role and responsibilities
Continue professional and technical growth by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional organizations
Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations
Occasional evening or weekend work may be required as it relates to the duties described
Other duties as assigned by the Head of School or a designee of the Head of School
Key Competencies :
Self-motivation
High energy level
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Healthy conflict resolution skills
Attention to detail
High work standards
Strong problem solving skills
Decision making
Strong organizational and planning skills
Critical thinking
Stress tolerance
Flexibility and adaptability
Initiative
Willingness to ask for help or information if needed to be successful
Manage sensitive and confidential information with integrity
Excellent time management skills
Ability to work well with volunteers from different age groups backgrounds and experience levels
Excellent computer skills including excel spreadsheets, word documents, presentations, etc.
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift 25lbs at times.
Ability to sit at a desk and work on a computer for extended periods of time.
Ability to stand and traverse around a classroom, building, common area, etc. and adjust tone and height, by bending or leaning, in order to teach, engage, and interact with each student for extended periods of time.
Keep a pulse on the job market with advanced job matching technology.
If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution.
Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right.
Surveys & Data Sets
What is the career path for a Middle/Upper School Teacher Pool?
Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Middle/Upper School Teacher Pool career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
