Upper School Study Hall Facilitator

Primary Objectives:

The Study Hall Facilitator provides supervision and instructional assistance to students while maintaining an atmosphere conducive for study so that students can make academic progress.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide a positive study hall environment in which students are encouraged and held accountable for being actively engaged in the learning process by completing assignments.
• Assess the progress of students and offer academic assistance when necessary.
• Partner with classroom teachers to understand assignment expectations and deadlines so as to encourage and hold students accountable.
• Implement executive functioning strategies established by the Academic Enrichment Center team to promote student growth.
• Integrate a Christ-centered faith walk and Biblical Truth and principles into lesson plans and all activities as you lead students in prayer and deepening their Christian faith
• Serve as a grade level advisor.
• Supervise students and serve as an active presence during lunch, between classes, and before and after school to ensure adherence to school rules and policies.
• Initiate disciplinary action per prescribed policies as needed.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, and other professionals on a regular basis.
• Coach at least two seasons of athletics for the school.
• Supervise/sponsor co-curricular and/or extracurricular activities such as overnight trips or events, etc.
• Adhere to the bylaws, policies and procedures, and to all laws that govern the school and its actions.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by administration.

Required Professional and Personal Attributes, Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

• A high level of commitment to Christian education.
• Skillful in managing a classroom environment and keeping students on task academically.
• A bachelor’s degree is preferred; equivalent experience and current enrollment in a degree program will be considered.
• At least one year of successful experience working with or supervising middle or high school students.
• Possess knowledge of effective behavior management methods for middle and high school students.
• Ability to work well with others and to handle and resolve conflicts in a professional manner.
• Coaching experience preferred.
• Ability to develop rapport with students
• Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrate computer literacy and proficiency (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, email, Internet). Experience with interactive boards and Schoology technology is a plus.

In addition, the person should:

• Commit to living his/her life under the lordship of Christ
• Model a consistent daily walk with Jesus Christ, and be a Christian role model in speech, actions, and attitudes, which contributes to the spiritual atmosphere of the school
• Believe and affirm the school’s Statement of Faith
• Commit to exhibiting Whitefield’s core value for our students to experience diversity that reflects the body of Christ and support the school’s diversity vision that aims at unity in Christ
• Demonstrate evidence of consistent spiritual activities such as worship at a local church, fellowship with the body of Christ, personal devotional time with the Lord, and individual study of scripture
• Evidence the fruit of the Spirit in the nurturing of relationships with other staff members, students, families, and the community at large
• Be actively involved in a local church

Why Teach at Whitefield Academy:

• 18 – 20 average class size
• 8:1 student-teacher ratio
• Meaningful student relationships, supportive Christian community
• Focus on professional growth and mentoring
• Dedicated Academic Enrichment Center and student success coaching for those students who need extra support outside of the classroom

Benefit Highlights:

• Competitive health, dental, and vision benefits
• Life insurance for employees, spouse and dependents
• Long-term disability insurance for employees
• 403(b) match
• Additional time off (Thanksgiving week, Christmas break, spring break, and national holidays)
• Free lunch
• Graduate school tuition assistance (to those who qualify)
• Whitefield tuition assistance for students of employees (to those who qualify)
• Paid maternity leave
• Free admission to athletic and arts events and performances
Campus Store discounts

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. A request for reasonable accommodations must be submitted to the HR department.

Work for this position will take place primarily in a classroom, and secondarily in an office. The physical demands of this position include lifting up to 10 pounds often, up to 25 pounds intermittently, and up to 50 pounds rarely; carrying up to 10 pounds intermittently, and up to 50 pounds rarely; climbing/balancing and crawling rarely; kneeling and crouching intermittently; reaching regularly; sitting, walking, bending, stooping, and standing often. To perform this job the person must be able to work for extended periods of time at a computer/keyboard; must be able to talk, hear, stand, sit, and/or walk for extended periods of time; and must possess normal manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.

Nothing in this job description restricts the School’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This job description is subject to change at any time.

This position will begin July 30, 2025. To apply please go to www.whitefieldacademy.com under About Us/Employment. Whitefield Academy is an equal opportunity employer.