Upper School Teacher (7Th-12Th)- Fine Arts Or Performing Arts

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Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Head of School and the daily supervision of the Principal, the Teacher will oversee the day-to-day Biblically-grounded academic instruction and discipleship of his/her students. This individual will serve as a minister of Christ in all activities performed as an employee of Cornerstone Christian Academy/Cornerstone Chapel. The Teacher will influence positive, God-honoring student behavior, and plan, organize, and implement effective instructional programs based on curriculum guidelines while accurately assessing student performance. The Teacher will ensure that all students are instilled with a Biblical worldview and supervised in a safe and loving learning environment that fosters spiritual, social and intellectual development. As a Christian role model for his/her students, the Teacher must exhibit patience, grace, humility and integrity when working with administration, faculty, students and parents. The Teacher must have a strong, active and committed relationship with Jesus Christ, a willingness to lead with a humble heart, a passion for Christian education, and a calling to serve at Cornerstone Christian Academy.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree or Master's required from an accredited college or university

Experience

• Two or more years of classroom teaching experience and/or preparation in Biblically-centered academic instruction preferred
• Experience implementing curriculum

Certifications/Licenses

• A valid teaching credential/certificate/license for corresponding age/grade level is preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively and tactfully communicate with leadership, peers, faculty, students, parents, volunteers and the external community
• Demonstrated knowledge of subject content, curriculum, and methodology of effective teaching

Technologies

• Must be skilled at current educational technology and its applications within the school, and be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Physical Capabilities

• Able to stand and walk for a majority of the day; speak and hear clearly; operate a computer, hand-held learning devices, and other office equipment; reach with hands and arms, bend, stoop and twist; and lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
  
• Able to walk up and down stairs

Personal Characteristics

• Affirms CCA's Articles of Faith
• Faithfully attends a local, Bible-believing church that has a statement of faith in agreement with CCA's Articles of Faith
• Is deeply committed to a consistent daily walk with Jesus Christ
• Able to recognize the role of parents as primarily responsible before God for their children's education and prepared to assist them in that task
• Able to manage everyday stress with objectivity and optimism
• Adheres to high ethical standards and exemplifies Christian behavior in attitude, speech and actions towards others
• Maintains a modest, professional, and clean personal appearance consistent with school policy

Work Hours/Travel

• Work week is consistent with standard school schedule of Monday through Friday with occasional work in the evenings or on weekends for special school events and activities
• School-related travel as necessary

Job Functions and Tasks

Essential Functions - Administrative & Classroom Management

• Work collaboratively with CCA Administration to implement and enforce the school's disciplinary policies, dress code, and standards of behavior
• Lead by example to encourage the development of a positive Christian school culture
• Maintain a clean, attractive, well-ordered classroom and communicate classroom needs in accordance with school policy
• Develop and maintain an organized process for disseminating assignments
• Promptly grade and return student work
• Keep proper discipline in the classroom and on the school premises for a good learning environment
• Maintain regular and accurate attendance and grade records
• Demonstrate understanding of how to work with students from diverse cultural, economic and ability backgrounds
• Maintain emergency preparedness and safety procedures consistent with established protocols
• Represent the school in a favorable and professional manner to the school's constituency and the general public
• Treat all students with kindness and respect and continually reinforce their self-worth in Christ while equipping them with knowledge and tools needed to make positive life choices
• Regularly collaborate with teaching colleagues, administration and other school personnel to contribute to the positive development of the school environment, learning community, programs and activities
• Attend and participate in all scheduled in-service, committee, faculty, and parent-teacher organization meetings

Essential Functions - Instructional

• Demonstrate mastery of the subject areas taught and the developmental characteristics of the assigned high school students
• Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning
• Regularly integrate Biblical principles and the Christian philosophy of education throughout all activities and lesson plans
  
• Supervise teaching assistants, ensuring that they are adequately utilized and engaged where needed in the classroom
• Communicate clearly and concisely with students to ensure understanding of subject matter
• Facilitate timely feedback with students and parents to ensure students remain on track with learning goals and objectives
• Use assessment tools for both formative and summative purposes to inform, guide and adjust students' learning
• Incorporate classroom technology in order to enhance instruction

Supplemental Functions

• Utilize educational opportunities and evaluation processes for professional growth
• Participate in the life of the school through attendance at extracurricular events and activities