Reports to the Director. Responsible for the general supervision and management of a class of middle school children; planning and executing the educational program in accordance with the purpose and goals of City Church Academy.

MIDDLE SCHOOL TEACHER
Qualifications

Professionally prepared as a teacher of middle school children; meeting the teacher requirements of Florida Department of Education and other accrediting organizations. A warm, sensitive, mature Christian who relates well to children and adults.

Educational Requirement

Bachelor’s Degree in Education or Early Childhood Education; FLOCS teacher certification or FL Teacher Certification

Skills

• Required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience to be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
• Knowledge of and ability to implement learning standards
• Ability to develop rapport with children, parents, and co-workers
• Strong leadership qualities and skills
• Ability to develop a high-quality, age appropriate curriculum to successfully engage children and foster physical, emotional, cognitive spiritual, and social development
• Strong group management skills with middle school children
• Effective organizational and planning skills
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Ability to conform to an established work schedule
• Ability to communicate in a concise and effective manner
• Ability to understand and follow instructions precisely
• Ability to exercise tact, discretion, and confidentiality
• Ability to teach a Bible lesson with understanding of grade-level Christian teachings

Responsibilities

I. Instruction

• Prepares in advance for each lesson of the day.
• Establishes learning expectations for all students.
• Evaluates pupils’ progress and keeps up to date records of pupils’ achievements.
• Applies contemporary principles of learning theory and teaching methodology.
• Integrates art, music, and movement into lessons for all subjects.
• Exhibits willingness to participate in the development and implementation of new ideas and teaching techniques.
• Provides bulletin board and interest areas that display current student work.
• Exhibits and applies knowledge of the content related to subject areas and instructional level.
• Makes students aware of the teacher’s objectives and expectations for each lesson.
• Students show evidence of acceptable progress in all subject areas.
• Implements multiple teaching methods to ensure that every child learns in their best way.
• II. Classroom Environment
• Establishes and maintains reasonable rules of conduct for the classroom consistent with the Family Success Plan.
• Ensures all students are treated with respect and dignity.
• Provides a nurturing environment that allows students to learn without judgement.
• Encourages student growth in self-discipline and positive self-concept.
• Practices fairness in teacher-pupil relationships.
• Exhibits an understanding and respect for students as individuals.

II. Community Relationships

• Uses appropriate resources available in the community.
• Initiates appropriate conferences with parents, administrators, and/or ancillary personnel, in accordance with school procedures.
• Performs professional responsibilities in an atmosphere of mutual respect with parents and other community members.
• Communicates the academic progress, attendance and conduct of students to their parents regularly.
• Endeavors to understand the lifestyles and values of the families involved in the school community.
• IV. Professional and Personal Standards
• Presents an appearance that does not adversely affect the students’ ability to learn.
• Demonstrates proper diction and grammatical usage when addressing students.
• Uses sound and professional judgment.
• Applies recommendations and suggestions from conferences and educator trainings.
• Carries out daily routines and administrative requests.
• Complies with the policies, rules, and regulations of City Church Academy.

III. Professional Responsibilities

• Is punctual and regular in attendance to school and duty assignments
• Participates in in-service meetings and uses information and materials provided
• Exhibits cooperative attitude toward students, parents, community, and school personnel.
• Adheres to the policies and procedures of the Academy.
• Makes proper use of professional preparation periods.
• Maintains attendance records, lesson plans, seating chart(s), and grade book accurately.
• Participates in extra-curricular activities as a member of the school community.
• Keeps classroom and materials clean and organized.

Job Type: Full-time

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

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

School type:

• Private school
• Religious school

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person