Woodland Park Elementary Teacher

Colorado Springs Christian Schools•Woodland Park, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1971, Colorado Springs Christian Schools (CSCS) is one of Colorado’s leading Christian educational schools for grades K-12. CSCS is a private, non-denominational school accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA CASI). CSCS exists to provide an excellent education from a Christ-centered, biblical perspective for lifelong service. All employees are viewed as ministers of the Gospel; duties such as leading devotions, prayer, Scripture reading, and integrating biblical truths in daily job responsibilities are integral to all employment positions.

Requirements

Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
Has or able to obtain an Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) teacher certificate
Has or able to obtain CPR & First Aid training
Evidence of spiritual maturity and strong grasp of Christian education; ability to demonstrate true biblical integration through the subject area
Through effective communication, build healthy, effective relationships with students and families to support and enforce the biblical, whole-child educational experience
Works well with other teachers, support staff and administrators
Maintains a safe and orderly classroom to promote an inviting place for students to learn and to inhibit relational aggression
Is competent with tests, assessments, and the use of data in making educational decisions
Affirm, in writing, commitment to the Doctrinal Statement annually by contract

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of and desire to use relevant and emerging technologies in the classroom
Participation in curriculum and staff development training
Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the school day as well as an occasional evening activity as assigned
Participate in before and / or after school activities as requested by Administrator
Supervises teacher aides and volunteers as assigned

Responsibilities

Effectively integrate biblical truths throughout academic teachings
Guide the learning process toward the achievement of established curriculum goals
Employ a variety of instructional and technological techniques and strategies to meet different aptitudes and interests of students
Prepare appropriately for classes and show written evidence of preparation, including lesson plans
Create a classroom environment conducive to learning; includes appropriate code of conduct policy
Monitor and assess academic progress; communicate with parents and administrators regarding the progress and potential of students
Maintain accurate, complete and up-to-date records including grades
Coordinate and supervise class field trips
All other duties as assigned
Commits and fully support the missional and organizational standards including our Core Values, Mission Statement and Doctrinal Statement