HIGH SCHOOL ENGLISH TEACHER

Oklahoma Christian Schools • Edmond, OK

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position reports to and is evaluated by the high school principal. The high school classroom teacher prayerfully helps students learn subject matter, skills, and behavior that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible Christian men and women to the praise and glory of God.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in secondary education or related field; or willingness to participate in a program to complete such a degree within a specified period.
• ACSI or state teaching certificate
• Demonstrate a reasonable level of computer literacy. Basic proficiency is needed in word processing, e-mailing, and accessing the internet.
• Possess evidence of other adequate preparation, background, or experience as determined by the school administrator.
• A strong, clear Christian testimony (Ephesians 4:1)
• A lifestyle of biblical integrity (1 Peter 3:16)
• Believe and actively support the OCS Parent Covenant, Statement of Faith, Statement on Marriage and Sexuality, Statement on Diversity and Core Values (all attached)
• Have a conviction that God has called him/her to Christian School teaching (Romans 12:7)
• Be a Christian role model in attitude, speech, and actions toward others (1 Peter 5:2)
• Maintain high standards of ethics, honesty, and integrity in all personal and professional matters.
• Actively involved in church (Hebrews 10:24-25)
• Encourages students to accept God’s gift of salvation and grow in their faith (Matthew 18:15-17)
• Follows the Matthew 18 principle in dealing with interpersonal conflict.
• A spirit of dedication, teamwork, flexibility, and responsiveness.
• The ability to respond to counsel (Proverbs 13:18).
• The ability to work in a team environment (Ecclesiastes 4:9-10).
• Effective communicator.
• The ability to focus, manage time, and organize to carry out essential job functions on time.
• Demonstrate a sensitivity and ability to interact effectively with staff, parents, volunteers, and students.
• Meet everyday stress with emotional stability, objectivity, and optimism (Philippians 4:6-7).
• Develop and maintain rapport with students, parents, and staff by treating others with courtesy, patience, friendliness, dignity, and respect (Romans 12:10).
• Use acceptable English in written and oral communication. Speak with clear articulation.
• Respectfully submit and be loyal to constituted authority (Titus 3:1).
• Maintain a personal appearance that is a Christian role model of cleanliness, modesty, and good taste consistent with school policy.

Responsibilities

• Spiritual Leadership: Work with the administration and staff to address the spiritual formation needs of the students. Model victorious Christian living to students and families. Share and explain the gospel message to students. Integrate the Bible into all subject matter. Carry out direct Bible teaching. Model and help students to resolve conflict biblically. Pray for students, parents, staff, and the entire OCS community.
• Academic Leadership: Have knowledge and understanding of the Christian philosophy of education that will enable him/her to provide leadership and guidance in the school’s development of and commitment to a biblical worldview. Integrate biblical principles and worldview throughout the curriculum and activities. Know about the physical/emotional development of children, particularly at the age level of the children being taught, and understand the problems they face. Effectively partners with parents. Ministers to the whole child—spiritual, intellectual, physical, social, emotional. Maintains a teaching environment conducive to student learning. Teaches classes as assigned and scheduled by the administrator. Demonstrates mastery of the subject matter. Proactively plans for curriculum instruction. Uses effective teaching methods to challenge students intellectually. Effectively utilizes educational technology. Teaches and designs curriculum from a biblical worldview. Pursues professional development opportunities. Uses formative and summative assessments to promote student learning. The classroom teacher is responsible for reviewing all assigned students' S.O.A.R. Learning Plans and students’ Accommodation Plans, and for the faithful implementation of all documented accommodations, modifications, and specialized services within their classroom, including modifying instructional content, process, and products to ensure students with learning differences can access the general education curriculum. The Teacher will work collaboratively with special education staff to implement, monitor, and document the progress of students towards their Learning Plan goals and Accommodation Plans, respectively.
• Administrative Leadership: Adheres to all policies and procedures governing the operation of the school. Keep proper discipline in the classroom, at school-sponsored activities, and on the school premises for an effective learning environment. Arrange for substitute teachers by placing notice in Frontline when needed, and assist them in successfully carrying out their responsibilities. Respect professional ethics that require confidentiality concerning the sharing of information about children, parents, or staff. Attends and arrives punctually to scheduled devotional, committee, and faculty meetings. Attends and carries out effective parent-teacher conferences. Maintains regular and accurate attendance and grade records. Proactively communicates with parents and administrators. Maintains professional dress and appearance as specified in the Employee Handbook. Represents the school favorably and professionally to its constituency. Complete and maintain ACSI certifications annually.
• Additional Duties or Responsibilities: Attends high school events such as open houses, etc. Works co-curricular concessions/gate 2 times a year @ the rate of $10/hour. Maintains a clean, attractive, well-ordered classroom. Participates in the end-of-year closing of the school process, such as inventorying of textbooks, furniture, equipment, etc. Treats all school-owned technology (hardware and software) with respect, care, professionalism, and in accordance with the Technology Use Agreement.
• Community Building Opportunities: Support the broader program of the school by attending extracurricular activities when possible. (Back to School Worship night, Big Bash, school trips, drama production, athletic events, band performances, Fine Arts night, etc.)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level