Middle/High School English Teacher (2027-2028)

Fredericksburg Christian Educational Services•Fredericksburg, VA

About The Position

Fredericksburg Christian Schools is hiring a Classroom Teacher to support and advance the school’s mission by directing the activities of a class of students. The role reports to the Principal and involves teaching within the school’s Christian educational philosophy, maintaining a positive and orderly classroom, and supporting students’ academic and spiritual development. The teacher is expected to know and implement curriculum objectives, plan lessons using Curriculum Trak, individualize instruction and assessment, integrate biblical principles into daily instruction, maintain student records, and communicate closely with parents. The role also includes professional development, school activities, supervision duties, and service in areas that support the overall school ministry.

Requirements

Be a committed Christian with a close personal walk with the Lord and Christian character suitable as a role model for young people.
Regularly attend an evangelical Protestant church.
Commit to a Biblical lifestyle and not promote or engage in premarital, extramarital, transgender, or homosexual behavior.
If married, demonstrate a solid commitment based on Mark 10:9 and a positive marital relationship.
Have a strong commitment to Christian education.
Hold a bachelor’s or graduate degree, including education courses.
Maintain current ACSI or state certification according to FCS guidelines.
Be able to maintain an orderly learning atmosphere.
Demonstrate an enthusiastic, sensitive, and loving rapport with students, and openness with parents and staff.
Have a strong grasp of subject matter and the ability to communicate concepts to students with varied learning styles, stimulate higher-level thinking, and involve students in lessons.
Be well organized, diligent, and creative.
Be able to meet physical requirements related to the job and building environment, including climbing stairs, riding the bus, and supervising students indoors and outdoors.
Demonstrate a teachable, servant spirit.

Responsibilities

Arrive promptly and remain at school until necessary responsibilities are completed.
Build warm rapport with students and maintain a positive, secure, neat, and attractive classroom environment.
Train students in habits and routines consistent with the FCS philosophy and maintain excellent conduct and attention.
Become familiar with yearly curriculum objectives and actively participate in curriculum writing and revision.
Develop professionally by exploring and implementing new instructional techniques and curriculum.
Use Curriculum Trak software to prepare lesson plans that address curriculum objectives.
Maintain attendance records, grades according to department standards, and records of money from special projects when applicable.
Foster patriotism and respect by conducting daily pledges.
Place God’s Word centrally in daily instruction and integrate biblical principles throughout the day.
Pray regularly for each child, present the Gospel and other biblical instruction sensitively and lovingly, and follow the school’s philosophy and Bible guidelines.
Individualize instruction and student assessment for students with different needs in cooperation with the Resource Center and fellow teachers.
Learn and apply educationally relevant technology for teaching, learning, and administrative tasks, with support from the FCS technology department.
Enrich the basic curriculum with field trips, creative assignments, and library resources.
Check student work and send it home regularly.
Maintain a close, cooperative relationship with parents, communicate frequently, and respond to parent emails within 24 hours.
Attend weekly faculty meetings, Prayer 'N' Share at least once weekly, directed evening school activities, and professional development.
Complete regularly scheduled supervision duties promptly and faithfully.
Dress professionally and modestly in accordance with the Staff Dress Code.
Develop awareness of the total school vision and willingly serve in special areas that enhance the effectiveness of the ministry.