Grade 5 or Grade 6 Teacher

The Bear Creek School•Redmond, WA

1d•$64,000 - $92,600

About The Position

The Bear Creek School is currently seeking to add a member to our teaching team! Teachers are responsible for using a classical Christian education model to teach students, develop virtue, and help each student grow into the individual God intends. Lessons are carefully planned to inspire and motivate students and to support them in reaching the learning outcomes. A successful teacher creates a nurturing environment where all students feel known and valued.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
Hold CPR/AED/First Aid certification (with epinephrine autoinjector supplement) or obtain certification within 90 days of employment start date
Currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer (sponsorship is not available for this position)
Positively support the school’s policies and practices and work collaboratively in a professional organization
Truthful, positive, and purposeful when communicating with others
Able to use strong written and oral communication skills to transfer thoughts and express ideas
Flexible and adaptable in dealing with new, different, or changing requirements
Maintain confidentiality and security of information
Hold self and others accountable to accomplish results
Effective in handling multiple concurrent tasks
Familiar with Microsoft Word and Outlook, ability to learn and work with the school’s integrated data-based software package as needed
Adhere to biblical standards in all areas of conduct
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer or standing to teach
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
Must be able to traverse classroom and adjust one’s tone and height, by bending or leaning, in order to teach each child

Nice To Haves

Teaching experience and/or certification preferred
Familiarity or experience with the classical Christian education model preferred

Responsibilities

Plan and develop an engaging, age-appropriate course of study in the classroom, adhering to educational best practices, set grade-level curriculum, and school curriculum guidelines
Design and present individual lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using a variety of teaching techniques that meet the needs of a variety of learners
Prepare materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments
Evaluate, correct, and grade student performance
Resolve and support students with academic difficulties or behavioral problems when they arise
Monitor students’ progress throughout the year and evaluate preparedness for next grade level
Communicate all progress and concerns with graciousness and professionalism to parents and, as appropriate, other faculty, staff, and/or administrator
Build and maintain positive relationships with parents
Enforce safety and security standards for students, staff, and visitors
Maintain required paperwork for individual student files, attendance and incident reports, and other necessary records
Monitor halls, study periods, and lunchrooms with other faculty and staff
Participate in faculty meetings, educational conferences, in-service opportunities, workshops, and other training seminars
Maintain knowledge of research, developments, and best practices in middle and upper grade education
Perform related tasks such as sponsoring student activities or organizations
Perform other related duties as assigned