General Description: Under the direction of the Elementary Principal, lead and direct the school library program. Also provides instructional assistance for K-5 reading intervention instruction. Helps advance the mission and vision of United Christian Academy. UCA recognizes teaching as integral part of the 5-fold ministry given to the church in Ephesians 4:11-13. As such, UCA teachers serve as ministers to help advance the mission and vision of United Christian Academy.

Reports to: Elementary Principal

Work Schedule: M-F (20 Hours per Week)

Qualifications:

• Must be a born-again Christian.
• Must be a credible Christian role model whose godly lifestyle and character demonstrate obedience to God and the Holy Bible.
• Must be able to support and comply with the school’s Statement of Faith and Statement of Conduct.
• Must be a member of an evangelical, Bible-believing church.
• Supports the school’s mission, vision and culture.
• Communicates in a positive, assertive and supportive manner, avoiding gossip and hearsay.
• Fully commits to the UCA grievance policy and understands the Biblical plan for conflict resolution.
• Trustworthy – able to maintain confidential information as appropriate.
• Must have sufficient health and physical endurance to be able to complete the assigned responsibilities.
• Must have proficiency in Microsoft Office, OneNote and ability to learn FACTS (web-based school management software) and other inventory software.
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills, with proper command of the English language.
• Able to work well independently, manage time well, and handle multiple tasks.
• Must have strong organizational skills for filing and detailed project assignments.
• Maintains a workspace environment that is conducive to productive school office.
• Maintain a “solution conscious” attitude when faced with challenges.
• Have a positive, cheerful and “can-do” attitude with parents, students and staff and performs all duties as assigned.
• High School Degree required; BA preferred.
• First Aid/CPR Certificate.
• TB clearance within the last four years.
• Criminal Justice Fingerprint clearance.
• Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986: An Eligibility Verification Form (I-9) will be required along with the supporting documents listed on the I-9 form.

Domain 1: Personal & Spiritual Responsibilities

 1.1 Displays a personal decorum that models’ professionalism, modesty, and good taste

 1.2 Models Christian virtues in attitude, speech, and action

• Exhibits the fruit of the Spirit (Gal. 5:22,23)
• Models and cultivates habits of prayer, faith, and encouragement
• Commits and contributes to a local church

 1.3 Maintains good attendance and physical endurance to fulfill job duties

 1.4 Uses professional office and phone etiquette appropriate for Christian school office

• Shows positive, cheerful attitude with parents, students and staff
• Shows integrity in dealing with confidential information
• Provides assistance to guests, faculty and staff, parents and students

Domain 2: Essential Duties & Responsibilities

2.1 Ensures students become effective users of ideas and information

A. Model and promote literacy and the enjoyment of reading, viewing, and

listening

B. Facilitate an acquisition and appreciation of literacy and informational text,

developing multiple literacies:

• • Teach Information literacy:
    • Recognizing the need for information
    • Ability to locate information
    • Ability to evaluate and use information effectively
    • Teach problem-solving skills that support student research and personal investigation

2.2 Teach problem-solving skills that support student research and personal

Investigations

• • Language and media literacy:
    • The ability to write, comprehend and think fluently
    • Create, critique, analyze, and evaluate multimedia texts
    • The ability to synthesize, analyze and produce messages using communication technology

A. Model instructional strategies and best practices for effective access, evaluation and use of leading-edge information and

communication resources and technologies

B. Teach and adhere to laws and guidelines pertaining to the ethical, legal and fair use of information

C. Teach and advocate the principles of intellectual freedom

2.3 Works collaboratively with Instructional Specialist, Principals and Information Technology Director to order and catalogue the

required school curriculum for grades K - 12

• • Develop a quality collection of print and digital materials that supports the school’s curriculum and relevant standards and frameworks, reflects community values, meets recreational reading needs, and inspires a love of reading
  • Schedules curriculum training for faculty

2.4 Collaborate with the learning community to foster a positive school climate

A. Ability to build collaborative and effective relationships with students, staff, parents and the UCA community

B. Promote and advocate for a strong library program

C. Participate in professional training and staff development

2.5 Assist certificated teachers in reinforcing reading instruction to individual or small groups of students.

A. Teaching critical reading skills and strategies to elementary students experiencing difficulties in core academic learning, in

support of reading fluency and comprehension.

B. Read books to students and observe their reading abilities as assigned; assist students with letter and word pronunciation and

recognition as required.

C. Maintain various student records and files related to reading progress.

2.6 All other duties as assigned, but not limited to:

A. TA support in classrooms as schedule permits

B. Proctoring of standardized testing

C. Other clerical support functions such as award ordering, lamination services, etc.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Sitting (50%), standing/walking (20%), lifting (15%), climbing (5%), bending (4%), squatting (6%). Must be able to lift 10-25 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work environment includes indoor and outdoor environments and office and classroom settings. Floating desk assignment and/or shared office space may be required; moderate noise levels commensurate to a classroom environment.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. All employees of United Christian Academy must be professing, born-again Christian in accordance with UC Academy International, Inc.'s religious 501(c)3 bylaws.