Academy Faculty - Lower School, Grades 1-5

Lipscomb University•Nashville, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for leading educators who are innovative, self-motivated, and passionate to join our Lipscomb Academy family. We offer a Christ-centered environment where teachers are treated as the incredible professionals they are. Be a part of something bigger than yourself where anything is possible. You belong here.

Requirements

Ability to design a classroom environment that generates joyful learning.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Patience, creativity, optimism, resilience and adaptability.
Experience teaching advanced learners.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with various school constituents.
Proficient technology skills.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Well-versed in educational best practices for teaching elementary school children.

Responsibilities

Personalize and customize instruction to best support advanced learners needs in grades 1-5.
Develop learning experiences to challenge and support advanced learners.
Promote the best interests of each child in their classroom.
Use appropriate technology in support of the curriculum
Plan a well-balanced program to ensure instruction includes creative activities, problem-solving, and thinking skills.
Lessons should reflect developmentally appropriate skills, a logical sequence of topics, and reasonable student assessments.
With the administration and grade level team, plan special programs and visitors.
Research and develop new curriculum topics.
Plan and execute classroom activities and routines that meet both individual and group needs.
Communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.
Utilize data to inform instructional decisions.