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Form of workQualifications: Live Oak Classical School is eager to find teachers who are in love with teaching, so that excellence in teaching is a personal goal as well as a School objective. For this position, teachers ideally have experience in the 2nd-4th grade range teaching all core classroom subjects. These teachers are marked by a passion for life-long learning, a desire to present Christ in all subjects, and the ability to communicate a strong working knowledge of the subject they teach to students. A Live Oak teacher does the following: exemplifies a Christian worldview in personal life; embraces the classical model of education; enjoys and loves students; demonstrates knowledge of effective teaching methods and developmentally appropriate classroom activities; is able to maintain a positive, orderly learning environment; possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills; holds a Bachelor's degree or higher in subject area or education; certified in Texas (preferred, but not required); presents a clear background check. Regular involvement in a church community is expected.
Job Goals: To implement the approved curriculum and to establish a class environment that follows the classical methodology with a Christian worldview while incorporating the educational ideals of Charlotte Mason; to establish a classroom that fosters a love of learning and thinking, cooperation, and personal and social growth; to maintain good relationships with students, parents, other staff members and the community; to exhibit the highest standards of collegiality and professionalism.
Terms of Employment: The work year and salary are to be determined by the Head of School. Contracts and salaries are extended on a yearly basis.
Required:
Undergraduate degree
Experience teaching
Preferred:
Graduate degree
Teacher's certification
