Junior Academy Lead Teacher

****  POSITION EFFECTIVE JANUARY 2025****

 

 

Qualifications

 

The candidate shall possess characteristics that reflect:

• A strong clear Christian testimony with a mature and godly spirit 
• A daily example of the highest Christian virtue both in and out of school 
• Commitment to faithful attendance and support of a church whose beliefs are in agreement with the Statement of Faith for Christian Academy School System
• Agreement and belief that The Bible is the final authority concerning truth, morality, and the proper conduct of mankind

 

Accountabilities / Responsibilities

 

• Provide spiritual leadership to the students entrusted to his/her care
• Prepare lesson plans and teach the curriculum provided by the school
• Use instructional materials and methods which are consistent with the school's educational and Biblical philosophy
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning
• Seek to communicate clearly, accurately and often with stakeholders, both written and oral
• Use Matthew 18 principle when needing to share concerns
• Attend and participate in scheduled meetings as required
• Take advantage of opportunities to grow professionally
• Keep anecdotal records of unusual events in the life of a child
• Maintain good working relationships with other faculty
• Maintain working hours assigned by the Junior Academy Director
• Follow all school policies
• Accept teaching position assigned by the Junior Academy Director and any extra duties 
• Attend and participate in the Annual Orientation, Annual Open House, programs, and other events sponsored by the Junior Academy

Requirements

 

• CDA, Associates Degree in Early Childhood Educations, or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education preferred but not required
• Experience leading a classroom and lesson planning experience preferred

 

The candidate shall prior to start date provide/successfully complete the following:

 

1. TB Test
2. CPR & First Aid Training
3. Criminal Records Check