First Academy Middle School Bible Teacher 2027-2028

First Baptist Church of Rogers•Rogers, AR

About The Position

First Academy, a growing Christian school in Rogers, Arkansas, is accepting applications for a Middle School Bible Teacher for the 2027–2028 school year. Located within First Baptist Rogers, the school serves students from PK3 through eighth grade and plans to expand. The teacher will teach middle school Bible, support students’ academic and spiritual growth, and contribute to the development of the school’s Bible curriculum and chapel program. The role requires alignment with the school’s Christian mission and values, an active membership at First Baptist Rogers, and the ability to integrate a biblical worldview into all subjects. A bachelor’s degree or higher is recommended, particularly in Bible, Christian studies, theology, or education. Two years of teaching experience is preferred.

Requirements

Credible profession of repentance and faith in Jesus Christ.
Godly character; pastoral and other character references may be required.
Active membership at First Baptist Rogers.
Self-educator, lifelong learner, and coachable.
Alignment with the school’s mission and values.
Ability to integrate a biblical worldview into all subjects.
Maturity and emotional stability.
A heart for children, discipling them, and helping them grow in their faith.
Bachelor’s degree or higher is recommended.
Two years of teaching experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

Degree or studies in Bible, Christian studies, theology, or education.
Christian school experience.
Background in church or pastoral leadership.

Responsibilities

Display genuine love for God, Scripture, and learning to students.
Pray privately for each student in the class.
Plan teaching schedules on a daily, weekly, trimester, and yearly basis.
Teach the curriculum at an appropriate pace and continually assess each child’s progress.
Use formal and informal assessment tools to measure student progress.
Individualize instruction to meet students’ needs while guiding the class toward high standards of achievement.
Identify and address academic or disciplinary problems, document situations, and alert the principal or parents when appropriate.
Protect the confidentiality of students, families, and colleagues through discretion in communication.
Complete administrative tasks that support the smooth operation of the classroom.
Treat parents as students’ primary teachers and value communication with them.
Keep parents informed about school instruction through work sent home and weekly communication.
Assist school leaders in building and establishing schoolwide Bible curriculum maps and expectations.
Support school leaders in identifying appropriate Biblical curriculum.
Lead school leaders in establishing annual chapel expectations, goals, themes, and messages.
Contribute to a cooperative and collegial atmosphere among teachers and staff.
Avoid gossip and raise problems only with appropriate people.
Participate in training, meetings, and other initiatives.
Respect and uphold school policies and standards in faculty policies, student handbooks, and faculty training.
Follow the Matthew 18:15–17 model for handling conflicts.
Perform teaching and non-teaching tasks with quality, attention to detail, timeliness, and professionalism.
Maintain licensure.