Woodland Park Middle School Teacher

Colorado Springs Christian Schools•Woodland Park, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Colorado Springs Christian Schools (CSCS), founded in 1971, is a leading private, non-denominational Christian educational school for grades K-12. CSCS is accredited by ACSI and NCA CASI. The school's mission is to provide an excellent education from a Christ-centered, biblical perspective for lifelong service. All employees are expected to demonstrate spiritual maturity, integrate biblical truths into their work, and support the school's mission and values. This role involves guiding the learning process, employing various instructional techniques, preparing lessons, creating a conducive classroom environment, monitoring student progress, and maintaining accurate records.

Requirements

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university
Has or able to obtain an Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) teacher certificate
Has or able to obtain CPR & First Aid training
Demonstrates a spiritual maturity in attitude, actions and speech, showing a consistent walk with Jesus Christ
In all work, is sensitive to the spiritual needs of students and parents, and co-workers
Evidence of spiritual maturity and strong grasp of Christian education; ability to demonstrate true biblical integration through the subject area
Understanding of curriculum and demonstrated ability to integrate subject area into interdisciplinary units as appropriate
Demonstrated knowledge and practice of Servant Leadership
Affirm, in writing, his/her commitment to the Doctrinal Statement annually by contract

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of and desire to use relevant and emerging technologies in the classroom

Responsibilities

Effectively integrate biblical truths throughout all academic teachings
Guide the learning process toward the achievement of established curriculum goals
Employ a variety of instructional and technological techniques and strategies to meet different aptitudes and interests of students; utilizes current technology and variable modalities including hands-on demonstrations and activities
Prepares appropriately for classes and shows written evidence of preparation, including lesson plans
Create a classroom environment conducive to learning; includes appropriate code of conduct policy
Monitor and assesses academic progress; communicates with parents and administrators regarding the progress and potential of students
Ability and desire to lead small peer groups of middle school students as a spiritual and relational mentor
Maintains accurate, complete, and up-to-date records including attendance and grades
Commits and fully supports the missional and organizational standards including our Core Values, Mission Statement, Statement of Faith and Christian Beliefs, and Doctrinal Statement
Through effective communication, build healthy, effective relationships with students and families to support and enforce the biblical, whole-child educational experience
Participates in curriculum and staff development training
Participates in before / after school activities as requested by Administrator
Works well with other teachers, support staff and administrators
Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the school day as well as an occasional evening activity as assigned
Maintains a safe and orderly classroom to promote an inviting place for students to learn and to inhibit relational aggression
Is competent with tests, assessments, and the use of data in making educational decisions
Supervises teacher aides and volunteers as assigned