Description

Job Summary:

The Teacher's Aide is one who displays a deep knowledge of Scripture and how it applies to the lives of students. This includes an ability to demonstrate a passion for ministering to students. The candidate must be a professing and maturing Christian enthusiastically supporting Valley Christian's statement of faith and mission statements.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Display a deep knowledge of subject/grade and assist with teaching it from a Biblical perspective
• Display the ability to connect Biblical truth to students lives
• Demonstrate a passion for ministering to students through teaching, counseling, encouragement, and mentoring
• Assist in promoting student engagement to inspire and encourage progress while supporting and strengthening the learning capabilities of each student
• Assist the teacher in preparing lesson materials, grading papers, and managing the classroom
• Exercise open and respectful communication with families, co-workers, supervisors, and other school staff
• Assist in managing student behavior in accordance with outlined guidelines
• Attend professional development workshops provided by Valley Christian Schools (if applicable)
• Assist in providing a safe, thriving, and respectful environment for all students in the classroom and on the school campus
• Exercise open and respectful communication with students, families, co-workers, and supervisors
• Adhere to and honors Valley Christians' standards, policies, procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Perform other related assigned duties

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills: 

• Have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ that is a consistent testimony, among others
• Faithfully attend and financially support a local church whose beliefs are in agreement with our school
• Agree to uphold Valley Christian's Statement of Faith as provided in this job posting
• Must have and maintain a valid level one IVP fingerprint card
• Preferred BS/BA degree or equivalent skill/experience in related field
• Must have minimum 1 years experience in education
• Must have excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally
• Must be proficient With Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Ability to multi-task with organization
• Ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment and to react with discretion under varying conditions
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement
• Ability to organize and prioritize work
• Ability to resolve problems, follow through, and manage multiple priorities to ensure that goals are met.
• Prior school experience preferred

Physical Requirements: 

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including some late afternoons & evenings
• Must be able to work during prolonged periods of standing and sitting
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times

Background Check Statement:

VCS conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

About Valley Christian Schools:

Valley Christian Schools offers students in Kindergarten through 12th Grade big school opportunities in a small school environment. Established in 1982, VCS provides 1000 students a distinctly Christian education with excellent academics, championship athletics, award-winning fine arts and a supporting community that encourages spiritual growth and the success of our students in and out of the classroom across our three East Valley campuses. Valley Christian is ranked as one of the Top 50 Christian high schools in the U.S., the #1 Christian High School in Arizona, and as one of the Top 125 Places to Work in Arizona. For more information visit, www.valleychristianaz.org.

PLEASE NOTE: Subject to the Constitution of the United States and all applicable state and federal laws, Valley Christian Schools does not discriminate against applicants or students on the basis of race, color, and national or ethnic origin in its admissions or in the administration of its education policies, programs, or activities. In addition, subject to Subject to the Constitution of the United States and all applicable state and federal laws, Valley Christian Schools does not discriminate in its employment practices. Valley Christian Schools is a Christian education institution and, in compliance with Title VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964, reserves the right to give preference in employment based upon religion. It is our desire to build an employee community of individuals who are currently living out their Christian faith that agree with our Statement of Faith, beliefs, philosophy, and qualifications.