High School Bible 12 Teacher

VILLAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL•Los Angeles, CA

22h•$50,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides classroom instruction to high school students in the area of Bible. Each teacher at Village Christian School will incorporate into their teaching a worldview that is distinctly Christian and will also demonstrate excellent teaching, learning, thinking, and expression. It is also expected that a teacher has scholarly abilities in the area in which they teach, and that each teacher will diligently work toward providing a CAREing, Christ-centered education producing students who thrive. Each classroom teacher is accountable to the chair of his/her department, the Principal, and ultimately the Head of School. Village Christian School seeks to hire only employees with a vibrant Christian faith. Successful candidates will possess the qualities and characteristics of providing a 'Christ Centered' education that integrates seamlessly and winsomely with their content area, having a dynamic, growing faith and being a spiritual role model for students, and maintaining a commitment to the school’s statement of faith in action and belief.

Requirements

A four-year education degree is required
Scholarly abilities in the area in which they teach
Skills in selecting and using appropriate technology for productivity and instruction
Vibrant Christian faith
Providing a “Christ Centered” education that integrates seamlessly and winsomely with their content area
Has a dynamic, growing faith and is a spiritual role model for students
Maintains a commitment to the school’s statement of faith in action and belief
Bachelor’s Degree required

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Biblical Studies or educational field
Teaching credential

Responsibilities

Provides classroom instruction to high school students in the area of Bible
Incorporates into their teaching a worldview that is distinctly Christian
Demonstrates excellent teaching, learning, thinking, and expression
Diligently works toward providing a CAREing, Christ-centered education producing students who thrive
Maintains a disciplined learning environment within the classroom, which is built out of respect, grace, and passion for their subject
Is available to students and parents before and after school
Maintains organization plan for each assigned course (subject matter outline, daily lesson plans, etc.)
Plans, prepares and delivers instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences both for online and in person instruction
Establishes and communicates clear objectives for all learning activities
Identifies and selects different instructional resources and methods to meet students' varying needs
Adheres to course outline as indicated in the curriculum and enriches curriculum when possible
Is adept at using relevant and cutting-edge technology to develop relevant, real world learning experiences
Is committed to expertise and growth in discipline content and methodology
Observes and evaluates student's performance and development
Assigns and grades class work, homework, tests and assignments and provides appropriate feedback on work in a timely manner
Maintains accurate and complete records of students' progress and development
Is responsible to prepare grade reports, progress reports, and attendance reports in accordance with school policy
Manages student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures
Communicates necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs
Be accessible to students as a “1:5 adult,” providing academic support, active listening, and advocacy, while observing appropriate boundaries
Participates in department and school meetings, parent meetings, and evening events as assigned by the administration
Is willingly involved in the VCS community outside of school hours
Continues to grow as a professional by attending in-service professional development activities
Faithfully completes reasonable extra duty assignments (supervision, mentoring, office hours, etc.)
Executes all duties in a timely manner (holds class on time, meets deadlines, attends meetings on time, etc.)
Maintains a ‘team player’ attitude and willingly collaborates with colleagues and departmental teams
Maintains cordial, professional relationships with all students, staff, parents, and community members
Attends class overnight trips, as assigned by administration
Abides by the spirit and policies in the VCS Employee Handbook
Has a dynamic, growing faith and is a spiritual role model for students
Maintains a commitment to the school’s Statement of Faith in action and belief