Middle School Science & STEM Teacher

Valley Christian Schools•Tempe, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced teacher to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching engaging Science and STEM to our Middle School students (7th grade Science and 5-6th STEM Elective courses). Job Summary: The Middle School Science & STEM teacher is one who displays a deep knowledge of Scripture and how it applies to the lives of students. This includes an ability to demonstrate a passion for ministering to students. The teacher must be a professing and maturing Christian enthusiastically supporting Valley Christian's Statement of Faith and mission statements.

Requirements

Have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ that is a consistent testimony among others
Agree to uphold Valley Christian’s Mission & Beliefs which can be found at http://valleychristianaz.org/about/philosophy/
Faithfully attend and financially support a local church whose beliefs are in agreement with our school’s Mission & Beliefs.
Bachelor's Degree in Education or a related field from an accredited college is required
Attain ACSI Standard Certification within one year of employment
Must have and maintain a valid level one IVP fingerprint card
Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally
Must have excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
Ability to multitask with organization
Ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment and to react with discretion under varying conditions

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree and 3+ years teaching experience

Responsibilities

Display a deep knowledge of Science & STEM and teach it from a Biblical perspective
Display the ability to connect Biblical truth to students lives
Demonstrate a passion for ministering to students through teaching, counseling, encouragement, and mentoring
Teach Science & STEM utilizing the best practices and following prescribed scope and sequence as scheduled by the Administrator/Principal
Promote student engagement to inspire and encourage progress while supporting and strengthening the learning capabilities of each student
Maintain a healthy learning environment for the students in the classroom by using appropriate enforcement of student behavior rules
Maintain records by documenting learning accomplishments, attendance, incidents, and behavior in accordance with guidelines and policies
Establish and adjust course syllabi outlines and objectives by following curriculum guidelines and school goals, modifying plans on the basis of student diagnostic and assessment procedures
Attend professional development workshops provided by Valley Christian Schools
Exercise open and respectful communication with students, families, co-workers, and supervisors
Adheres to and honors Valley Christians standards, policies, procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook
Performs other related assigned duties