Citi Christian Academy Teacher

Job Description: Elementary Classroom Teacher
Responsible to: Principal

General Overview

Citi Christian Academy is a Christian Private School located in the urban core of Miami in the Allapattah neighborhood. CitiChurch exists to change Allapattah by providing direct educational & spiritual opportunities, strengthening families, and linking residents together in a supportive neighborhood. Citi Christian Academy is an extension of accomplishing this mission.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a passionate educator to join our team. Generally, the teacher is responsible for planning and implementing an appropriate educational program for the children assigned to his/her class, following the school-approved curriculum and course of study guidelines.

The teacher is also responsible for fulfilling assigned duties and tasks, attending professional development and school events, and abiding by the terms and policies of the school. Teachers must agree with the school’s Statement of Faith and have accepted Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord. Teachers are to lead a Godly life, modeling faithfulness and participating actively in the local church. The teacher should believe that teaching is a ministry and feel called by God to teach.

IMPORTANT: Grade-level assignments will be determined based on enrollment; we are growing. The assignment will be between grades 6-8 with possible combined grades.

Key Responsibilities:

The following items are intended to describe classroom and instructional responsibilities and should not be interpreted as a comprehensive list. The role of a teacher is broad, varied, and responsible for the overall needs of the students in the program.

• Present with appropriate method and preparedness the curriculum course of study to assigned students utilizing the school selected curriculum.
• Be prompt to class and maintain a well-disciplined, well-managed, pleasant, clean and stimulating classroom environment conducive to optimum participation in reaching spiritual as well as educational goals and objectives.
• Communicate clearly and regularly with parents, peers and administrative staff
• Ensure schedules and procedures are carried out consistently, promptly and with excellence
• Use effective and creative instructional strategies as much as possible to meet the students where they are
• Maintain appropriate records.
• Supervise students both in and out of class and at student activities.
• Be informed as to the academic, social, and spiritual development of each of his/her students.
• Act as a respectful problem solver

Personal and Professional Qualifications

• Be a born again Christian, supporting the purpose and goals of CCA
• Active member of a church whose teaching agrees with the CCA Statement of Faith

Technology Requirements

Ability to utilize technology such as:

• Apple Products (MacBooks, iPads, Apple TV)
• Promethean Boards
• Chromebooks
• TV's and DVD's

Desire and ability to learn quickly

Requirements

• Valid Educators Certification or be in the process of obtaining a certification
• Minimum of 2-3 years experience
• Reliable personal transportation
• Reliable cell phone
• Able to pass a Level 2 background screening

Physical Requirements

• Stand and move about classroom continuously 4-5 hours per day
• Reach above shoulder level, occasionally
• Lift books, boxes, paper, other supplies up to 10 lbs
• Repetitive use of hands throughout day
• Work at a computer 2-3 hours per day
• Other activities appropriate to the supervision and instruction of children for 6 hours per day
• Walk upstairs and on uneven ground, daily

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Grade levels:

• 1st grade
• 2nd grade
• 3rd grade
• 4th grade
• 5th grade

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

School subjects:

• English
• History
• Math
• Reading
• Science
• Social Studies

School type:

• Private school

Experience:

• Teaching: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Educators Certification or in the process (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Miami, FL 33142: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person