High School Wellness and Health Teacher

VILLAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL•Los Angeles, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides classroom instruction to high school students in the area of Wellness and Health. 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 following qualities and characteristics: 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, and maintains a commitment to the school’s statement of faith in action and belief.

Requirements

A four-year education degree is required
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
Skills in selecting and using appropriate technology for productivity and instruction
Bachelor’s Degree required

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in educational field and/or teaching credential
Master’s Degree (in Biblical Studies or education field) and/or teaching credential

Responsibilities

Provides classroom instruction to high school students in the area of Wellness and Health
Incorporate into their teaching a worldview that is distinctly Christian
Demonstrate excellent teaching, learning, thinking, and expression
Diligently work toward providing a CAREing, Christ-centered education producing students who thrive
Maintain a disciplined learning environment within the classroom, which is built out of respect, grace, and passion for their subject
Be available to students and parents before and after school
Maintain organization plan for each assigned course (subject matter outline, daily lesson plans, etc.)
Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences both for online and in person instruction
Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
Identify and select different instructional resources and methods to meet students' varying needs
Adhere to course outline as indicated in the curriculum and enriches curriculum when possible
Be adept at using relevant and cutting-edge technology to develop relevant, real world learning experiences
Be committed to expertise and growth in discipline content and methodology
Observe and evaluate student's performance and development
Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments and provide appropriate feedback on work in a timely manner
Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development
Prepare grade reports, progress reports, and attendance reports in accordance with school policy
Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures
Communicate 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
Participate in department and school meetings, parent meetings, and evening events as assigned by the administration
Be willingly involved in the VCS community outside of school hours
Continue to grow as a professional by attending in-service professional development activities
Faithfully complete reasonable extra duty assignments (supervision, mentoring, office hours, etc.)
Execute all duties in a timely manner (holds class on time, meets deadlines, attends meetings on time, etc.)
Maintain a ‘team player’ attitude and willingly collaborate with colleagues and departmental teams
Maintain cordial, professional relationships with all students, staff, parents, and community members
Attend class overnight trips, as assigned by administration
Abide by the spirit and policies in the VCS Employee Handbook
Maintain a commitment to the school’s Statement of Faith in action and belief
Has a dynamic, growing faith and is a spiritual role model for students