Bible Teacher

The King's Academy • Sunnyvale, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

TKA is a Christ-centered school grounded in a Biblical worldview, and we are looking for a teacher who is a follower of Jesus Christ and is dedicated to the school’s Christ-centered mission. The primary responsibility of this position is to provide classroom instruction to the students of The King’s Academy, as well as be a Christian role model to them. Teachers should view their role as ministry, helping each student towards reaching their full potential in Christ.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Biblical Studies, Theology, or related field
• 1 year of teaching experience at the High School level
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with teenagers and draw them close to Christ
• Strong leadership qualities and mentoring skills
• Excellent skills in communicating both orally and in written form
• Demonstrated ability to lead by example
• Able to work both independently and in a team setting
• Proficient with Google Suite and Apple Platforms
• Ability to learn new computer software systems
• Commitment to loving and serving Jesus Christ and supporting the school’s mission
• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
• Positive, flexible, resourceful and solution-oriented
• Able to understand, love, and relate to students
• Must be active in or pursuing community in a local Christian body of believers
• Must have compatible theology in line with TKA's Statement of Faith and Lifestyle Agreement
• Required to use the computer throughout the day
• Frequently communicates with students, parents, and colleagues throughout the day
• Work will be performed from the campus
• Will move throughout the campus during the day
• May occasionally have to lift up to 20 pounds
• Work is generally performed, Mid August-Early June, Monday-Friday from 7:45 am to 3:15 pm
• This position will occasionally require you to work nights, weekends, and overnights (for trips/events). As much advance notice as possible will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Develops a curriculum map for each course taught where learning objectives are aligned with California State Standards and the school’s Expected Student Learning Results
• Prepares detailed lesson plans
• Uses a variety of teaching methodologies to create an engaging and safe classroom setting where all students are held to high expectations
• Incorporate technology in meaningful ways into instruction and learning
• Grades all assignments, tests, quizzes, and projects in a timely manner, using the grading scale provided by the school
• Keeps an accurate record of all grades for each student, timely submitting them to the Registrar
• Records homework for the day/week on the school portal
• Keeps an accurate record of all attendance and tardies for each student
• Maintains discipline in the classroom to ensure maximum learning
• Provides a healthy and neat classroom that promotes a good learning and working environment
• Always keep an emergency lesson plan and current substitute folder for unexpected absences
• Communicate with parents regarding their student’s academic or behavioral status in the class
• Returns phone calls and emails within one business day
• Keeps an accurate record of all communications with parents
• Advises the Principal as soon as plans to be away from the classroom are being considered
• Attends grade level and department meetings per the school calendar
• Mentor a group of students by meeting daily as part of the school’s home group program
• Coordinates field trips and special events, as needed
• Attends grade-level trips per the school calendar
• Performs any other duties that may be assigned

Benefits

• TKA offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Additionally, TKA has an HSA and FSA plan, Employee Assistance Program, 403(B) base with matching contributions, basic life insurance, paid time off, and paid professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time