Nazarene Christian Academy
Position: Teacher
Reports to: Principal

Position Description:

The Teacher is responsible for designing and implementing the instruction program for the students and subjects assigned to them in a college prep environment that is distinctly focused on leading students in living a Christ-like lifestyle. He/She must provide Christ-centered, biblically-based, spiritual leadership to all aspects of the role.

Job Responsibilities
● Provide Biblical integration within instruction and classroom
● Set clear behavioral expectations that promote a positive classroom environment
● Manage discipline system for students
● Supervise and engage students in the learning process
● Obtain a working knowledge of the applicable TEKS from Texas Education Agency
● Assist administration in writing curriculum guides based on TEKS for subjects taught
● Write and update course curriculum guides as needed
● Engage students in using technology within subject areas when appropriate
● Create lesson plans for subjects taught with clear objectives and TEKS
● Create a grading system (either rubric or clearly defined expectations)
● Maintain grades for all class levels in FACTS/RenWeb
● Keep accurate records of attendance, tardies, lunch counts, etc.
● Communicate with parents regarding positive successes, failing grades, misbehavior, etc.
● Praying with students and make devotional presentations to teachers/students as needed

Supervisory Responsibilities:
K-12 Students and assigned duty stations for drop off/pick up procedures

ACTABS Requirements:
Candidate must:

● Have a Bachelor’s degree with 24 semester hours in subject areas taught (or 12 semester hours if taught
Part Time) or willingness to pursue the needed semester hours to become compliant with this requirement

● Elementary teachers must have 24 semester hours of elementary course work
● Be passionate about education and the spiritual development of students
● Possess experience working with a reputation of excellence

Preferred Qualifications:

Candidate’s preferred qualifications include:

● Have a Bachelor’s degree in Education (alternative certification is acceptable if semester hour requirement is met)

● Three of more years of teaching at the assigned grade level
● Appropriate certification in the subject areas taught or willingness to pursue these requirements

Nazarene Christian Academy
Qualifications:

● Ability to provide visible spiritual leadership.
● Ability to lead effectively in a team environment.
● Ability to mentor other leaders and parents, build teams, and create a positive work environment.
● Be a confident decision maker when confronted with challenging issues and concerns.
● Ability to think strategically and to analyze complex situations.
● Ability to effectively manage tasks and delegate when needed..
● Ability to communicate both orally and in written format.
● Committed to and skilled at keeping and improving the Christian and academic excellence of the school.

Ideal Candidate will Exemplify:

Modeling a Christ-like character that inspires others to follow.

● Spurring others on to develop a passion for the Lord Jesus Christ and to grow in Him daily.
● Promoting a love of learning that leads students to see the glory of God more clearly in His creation.
● Using the classic spiritual disciplines like prayer and meditation, Bible reading and memorization, and worship to encourage students, staff and faculty to live a life of spiritual devotion to God.
● Developing personal relationships to ensure a healthy school community.
● Willingly agreeing to the statement of faith for the school.
● Biblical submission to authority and follow Matthew 18 principles in problem solving situations.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $30,000.00 - $35,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location: In person