Middle School Bible Teacher

(in addition to the general guidelines and expectations)

The staff member must be a born-again Christian who possesses a clear Christian testimony and evidence of spiritual maturity and servanthood.

The teacher must possess a strong Christian philosophy of Education and be in agreement with the published doctrinal statement of Emmanuel Christian Academy (Emmanuel). Although the individual will not be functioning in a pastoral capacity, teachers should aspire to the highest levels of character (1 Timothy 3:2-12; Titus 1:6-9; Matthew 20:26-27 and Mark 9:35).

• We seek a high-quality Bible teacher who knows how to develop student leaders. The incumbent needs to have demonstrated evidence of integrity, leadership mentoring, and teaching excellence.
• A degree in Bible is preferred however, the candidate must possess at least a bachelor’s degree. The candidate must have demonstrated experience with teaching teenagers and the ability to make the Bible live is critical.
• The candidate should have a thorough knowledge of the typical theological disciplines, skills, and practical ministry-related development. The prospective candidate must have an understanding of sound educational practice and classroom pedagogy.
• The successful teacher must implement an educational program that meets and exceeds school standards and will follow Emmanuel policies and procedure guidelines.
• The teacher is responsible for creating and maintaining a safe, organized, and stimulating classroom environment through personal example, positive relationships, discipline that is redemptive in nature, and differentiated instruction.
• The teacher must have the ability to motivate students.
• The teacher will be responsible for all logistical tasks which include, but are not limited to:
  • a. Writing and development of curriculum, writing and implementing daily lesson plans
  • b. Assessing student understanding in a timely and effective manner,
  • c. Maintaining grades in our educational management software,
  • d. Keeping parents informed of expectations and student progress, and
  • e. Actively participating and contributing to departmental and school-wide events.
• The teacher should be able to plan lessons that reflect Emmanuel philosophy and emphasis on inquiry-based learning and higher-level thinking.
• Daily lessons must be skill and standards-based related to all aspects of Bible, theology, and practice.
• Lessons should revolve around essential questions, include a variety of activities that directly correlate to the assigned standards and objectives, and include continuous formative and summative assessment. Instruction must be student-centered as opposed to content centered.
• The teacher must reflect a personal commitment to life-long learning and the ability to adapt instruction to best meet individual student learning styles and ever-changing needs as well as present educational initiatives.
• A proven ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with parents, peers, and administrators is necessary.

• 1. Actively participate in staff and professional development meetings as well as other professional development opportunities to improve competencies.
• 2. Perform any other related duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator. Working Conditions &
  
  Physical Requirements:
  
  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• 3. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• 4. The teacher must be able to bend, stoop, lift up to 25 pounds, sit on the floor, climb stairs, walk, reach overhead, and stand for extended periods of time.
• 5. In addition, the teacher must exhibit manual dexterity to make a telephone call, hear and respond to emergency notifications, read printed material with or without vision aids; hear and understand speech at normal levels, and speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly.

5. In addition, the teacher must exhibit manual dexterity to make a telephone call, hear and respond to emergency notifications, read printed material with or without vision aids; hear and understand speech at normal levels, and speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly.