Student Success Services MS/HS English Teacher and Academic Support

Southside Christian School•Simpsonville, SC

About The Position

Reporting to the Director of Student Success Services (SSS), the SSS Teacher supports students with learning disabilities by helping them access the curriculum and develop the skills needed for academic success while growing in Christ. Through instruction, accommodations, and relational support, the teacher helps students recognize, develop, and use their individual God-given abilities. This role seeks to cultivate an environment where students grow spiritually, excel academically, and learn to impact their community.

Requirements

Must be a born-again believer in Jesus Christ; be involved with an evangelical, protestant church of like faith and practice; and agree with the philosophies, Statement of Faith and Statement of Christian Life Commitment of Southside Christian School.
Willing to enroll eligible children at Southside Christian School
Must be able to articulate a deep understanding of a biblically informed philosophy of Christian education.
Must have experience working directly with students.
Demonstrate the ability to manage a classroom effectively, teach with excellence, and create an engaging, relational, and supportive learning environment.
Show excellence in planning, collaboration, teamwork, and communication.
Be creative, demonstrate a strong work ethic, think outside the box, and work effectively as part of a team.
A bachelor's degree is required
Must be able to obtain ACSI Certification.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a school setting is preferred.
master's preferred.

Responsibilities

Teach middle school/ high school English in a small-group setting for students with learning disabilities
Work with middle and high school students to implement classroom accommodations in a supportive small-group environment.
Assist classroom teachers in providing and implementing accommodations.
Update and maintain student accommodation plans, ensuring documentation remains accurate and current.
Communicate regularly with parents, including facilitating annual accommodation meetings and providing updates on student progress.
Support students in developing organizational skills, study strategies, and homework completion routines.
Maintain complete and accurate records of student progress and communication with parents and teachers.
Provide a nurturing, structured, and supportive learning environment that encourages student responsibility and independence.
Establish and maintain appropriate standards of student behavior to ensure an orderly and productive classroom environment.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Student Success Services.