Graduate Fellow

Whitefield Academy•Mableton, GA

37d•Onsite

About The Position

Primary Objective: The Whitefield Fellows Program gives guidance, training, and experience to college graduates considering teaching as a career. Graduate Fellows are not considered interns or student teachers; rather, they are treated as colleagues within their departments as they teach in real-life lower, middle, or upper school classroom settings under the mentorship of colleagues. Within the scope of the program, the Faculty Fellow team-teaches with a mentor teacher. Over the course of the year, in a scaffolded approach, the Graduate Fellow will assume the main teaching responsibilities under the mentor teacher’s guidance. Key Responsibilities: Engage in the eleven-month Master of Arts in Teaching at Covenant College with clinical teaching experience happening at Whitefield Academy Assume classroom teaching responsibilities under the guidance of the mentor teacher, as the academic year progresses. Ideally, most fellows are teaching at least one class by the end of the first grading period. Work one-on-one with students who need extra help, using different instructional methods Commit to and participate actively in professional development opportunities Participate in year-long onboarding Attend regularly scheduled meetings for learning and support Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, and other professionals on a regular basis Observe and collaborate with peers to enhance the instructional environment Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required Demonstrate stewardship of Whitefield resources and spaces Collaborate with colleagues and staff to support the school community, including participation in division and admission activities Adhere to the bylaws, policies and procedures, and to all laws that govern the school and its actions Other responsibilities as assigned by the administration Under the guidance of a mentor teacher the Graduate Fellow may be required to: Implement instructional activities that contribute to a positive environment where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences Develop well-planned lessons through a Biblical worldview including appropriate work within and outside of the classroom Effectively use best teaching practices to adapt teaching methods, instructional materials, and learning opportunities to meet students' varying needs and interests Instruct using a balance of teaching methods that provide students with opportunities to explore, question, investigate, and think critically Assess student progress through observations, assignments, and assessments, and communicate and collaborate with parents, other teachers, counselors, and administrators regarding students' progress Maintain effective and efficient record-keeping procedures Integrate thoughtful use of technology to enhance classroom instruction Serve as an advisor for 10-15 students if working in middle or upper school

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
Strong aptitude and knowledge of the subject matter to be taught
Exhibit a passion for learning and teaching
Ability to develop rapport with students
Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills
Demonstrate computer literacy and proficiency (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, email, Internet, presentation software, and online grade book programs). Experience with interactive boards and Schoology (or another learning management system) is preferred
Commit to living his/her life under the lordship of Christ
Model a consistent daily walk with Jesus Christ, and be a Christian role model in speech, actions, and attitudes, which contributes to the spiritual atmosphere of the school
Believe and affirm the school’s Statement of Faith
Commit to exhibiting Whitefield’s core value for our students to experience diversity that reflects the body of Christ and support the school’s diversity vision that aims at unity in Christ
Demonstrate evidence of consistent spiritual activities such as worship at a local church, fellowship with the body of Christ, personal devotional time with the Lord, and individual study of scripture
Evidence of the fruit of the Spirit in the nurturing of relationships with other staff members, students, families, and the community at large
Be actively involved in a local church

Nice To Haves

Experience with interactive boards and Schoology (or another learning management system) is preferred

Responsibilities

Engage in the eleven-month Master of Arts in Teaching at Covenant College with clinical teaching experience happening at Whitefield Academy
Assume classroom teaching responsibilities under the guidance of the mentor teacher, as the academic year progresses. Ideally, most fellows are teaching at least one class by the end of the first grading period.
Work one-on-one with students who need extra help, using different instructional methods
Commit to and participate actively in professional development opportunities
Participate in year-long onboarding
Attend regularly scheduled meetings for learning and support
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, and other professionals on a regular basis
Observe and collaborate with peers to enhance the instructional environment
Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required
Demonstrate stewardship of Whitefield resources and spaces
Collaborate with colleagues and staff to support the school community, including participation in division and admission activities
Adhere to the bylaws, policies and procedures, and to all laws that govern the school and its actions
Other responsibilities as assigned by the administration
Implement instructional activities that contribute to a positive environment where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences
Develop well-planned lessons through a Biblical worldview including appropriate work within and outside of the classroom
Effectively use best teaching practices to adapt teaching methods, instructional materials, and learning opportunities to meet students' varying needs and interests
Instruct using a balance of teaching methods that provide students with opportunities to explore, question, investigate, and think critically
Assess student progress through observations, assignments, and assessments, and communicate and collaborate with parents, other teachers, counselors, and administrators regarding students' progress
Maintain effective and efficient record-keeping procedures
Integrate thoughtful use of technology to enhance classroom instruction
Serve as an advisor for 10-15 students if working in middle or upper school

Benefits

Competitive health, dental, and vision benefits
Life insurance for employees, spouse and dependents
Long-term disability insurance for employees
403(b) match
Additional time off (Thanksgiving week, Christmas break, spring break, and national holidays)
Free lunch
Whitefield tuition assistance for students of employees (to those who qualify)
Paid maternity leave
Free admission to athletic and arts events and performances
Campus Store discounts