Early Childhood Teacher PK--Kindergarten

Role

Title:

Early Childhood Teacher

Reports To:

Early Childhood/Elementary Principal

Department:
Early Childhood (Pre‑K3, Pre‑K4, Kindergarten)

Status:
Full‑time;
Exempt

The Mission of Covenant Christian Academy is to provide a biblically based, classical, college‑preparatory education that inspires a passion for excellence, a heart of grace, and the character of Christ.

Covenant Christian Academy exists to educate, equip, and form students who are prepared to lead with wisdom, virtue, courage, and conviction. Grounded in a biblical worldview and committed to academic excellence, Covenant develops graduates who are thoughtful problem solvers, capable leaders, and faithful servants.

Covenant graduates respect the inherent dignity of every person as image bearers of God. They approach relationships with humility, integrity, and compassion, seeking to serve others and contribute meaningfully to their communities.

Covenant graduates take on challenges with perseverance and confidence, understanding that growth is shaped through discipline, resilience, and faithful effort. They pursue opportunities with discernment and initiative, applying their gifts to meaningful work and purposeful leadership.

Above all, Covenant graduates live for Christ. Their faith shapes their character, guides their decisions, and anchors their calling. Equipped in mind, formed in character, and rooted in truth, Covenant graduates are prepared to impact the world for the glory of God and the good of others.

The Early Childhood Faculty at CCA advance and support CCA’s mission by modeling a mature Christian faith and demonstrating a deep commitment to excellence in curriculum and instruction. This role teaches all core subjects, partners with students, families, and colleagues to provide developmentally appropriate instruction grounded in a biblical worldview and aligned with CCA’s academic standards. The teacher designs and delivers a curriculum that promotes foundational knowledge and skills, intellectual curiosity, and inspires a love of learning.

Through both instruction and example, the teacher models wisdom and virtue and fosters the social, emotional, and spiritual growth in his/her students. Collaboration, organization, and excellent communication are essential components of the role.

• Intentionally integrates biblical truth and Christian virtues into curriculum, instruction, and daily interactions with students, colleagues, and the broader school community.
• Applies classical pedagogy from the Seven Laws of Teaching and The Lost Tools of Learning to foster deep engagement, cultivate student ownership of learning, and connect students meaningfully with content.
• Pursues professional growth, responds thoughtfully to feedback from students, parents, colleagues, and administrators, and utilizes student performance data to inform instruction and refine curriculum.
• Pursues excellence by inspiring students to engage deeply with what is true, good, and beautiful, in alignment with classical Christian education.
• Consistently models professionalism and respect in all interactions, upholding school policies and contributing positively to a collaborative, mission‑driven staff culture.

• Builds meaningful, Christ‑like relationships with students, consistently prioritizing their spiritual, academic, and personal growth.
• Cultivates a classroom culture grounded in reverence for God, respect for others, and responsibility for the community, reflecting the core values of a Christ‑centered learning environment.
• Honors each student as an image‑bearer of God, addressing discipline and challenges with dignity, a restorative mindset, and a commitment to parent collaboration.
• Effectively communicates and partners with parents, recognizing and affirming their essential role in the shared mission of student flourishing and fostering a strong partnership in each student’s academic and spiritual development.
• Responds to individual student needs with wisdom, compassion, and discernment, offering timely support rooted in both grace and truth.