Middle School Bible Teacher

Milwaukee Rescue Mission•Milwaukee, WI

13h•$48,600 - $79,300•Onsite

About The Position

MIDDLE SCHOOL BIBLE TEACHER The Milwaukee Rescue Mission Cross Trainers Academy (CTA) is a K4-12th grade Christian Academy in the heart of Milwaukee, serving students and families who are searching for a strong academic learning experience in a gospel-centered environment. As a Choice School, CTA is committed to offering a comprehensive, student-centered educational experience that serves the whole student. Our express purpose is to provide at-risk children with the opportunity for an excellent, Christian-based education that will equip them with academic, social, emotional, and spiritual tools for life. Cross Trainers Academy is seeking a Christ-centered Middle School Bible Teacher. This position is responsible for strengthening students’ understanding of doctrinal and theological topics, motivating and leading students to accept God’s gift of salvation, helping them grow in their faith, and leading them to a realization of their worth in Christ. WORK SCHEDULE : Monday 7:00am-4:00pm & Tuesday-Friday, 7:00am-3:00pm. LOCATION: North Campus, 1530 W Center Street, Milwaukee, WI. 53206

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Theology or biblical studies
Previous experience in middle school Bible teaching or experience and credentials in middle school age youth ministry required
Teacher certification preferred, but not initially required (we are a Milwaukee Choice school – candidates have 3 years to complete this)
Strong instructional and classroom management skills
Ability to work effectively with diverse students and families
Competent in the following platforms: PowerSchool, Word, Excel, Outlook, Gmail, Google Drive, Google Calendar
Proven skills in leadership, group facilitation, communication, and data collection
A workplace demeanor consistent with a Christian school environment: civil, respectful, polite, and responsive
Be in agreement with and subscribe to the Milwaukee Rescue Mission Statement of Faith and the MRM Statement of Biblical Convictions
Be a committed follower of the Lord Jesus Christ, which is evident in personal testimony and Christian conduct
Pass a pre-employment background check and drug test

Nice To Haves

Background in youth ministry
Experience in an urban teaching environment
Track record of closing the achievement gap, making gains greater than 1AYP

Responsibilities

Bible Teacher 6th-8th grade
Implement curriculum and lesson plans from the old and new testaments in alignment with the Bible convictions and values of the Milwaukee Rescue Mission that will foster knowledge and skills essential to spiritual, emotional, and academic development
Collaborate in the development and facilitation of weekly middle school Chapels and monthly school-wide Chapel
Focus on instruction and adolescent development at an age-appropriate level
Consistently enforce school-wide core values with an emphasis on academic development and Christ-like characteristics
Responsible for communicating and collaborating with parents and other staff members to ensure each scholar is making academic and social progress
Engage students in the learning process and implement effective classroom management practices
Attend and participate in scheduled devotionals, staff in-service, and faculty and parent meetings
Maintain a neat and organized classroom environment as well as keep accurate records
Fill in when needed for additional roles such as lunch, recess or dismissal monitors
Use technology as needed to fulfill use of the curriculum, classroom projection system, online gradebook and attendance