Substitute Teacher

ROLE DESCRIPTION

Substitute Teacher

Team members at Valor Christian High School are charged with preparing tomorrow’s leaders to transform the world for Christ. Substitute Teachers live out a compelling relationship with Jesus Christ, which is central to daily instruction and interactions with students, and team members. Through their interaction, substitute teachers instruct and support faculty members in their absence and students in their academic and spiritual development.

Valor Christian High School is a decidedly Christian, college preparatory school whose core values honor a biblical foundation. Valor employees are faith-filled, joyful believers who are active in a local, Christian church whose beliefs are in alignment with the school’s Statement of Beliefs . They are both called and committed to the school’s vision and mission and seamlessly integrate faith into their daily work.

You will be most successful if you have a true servant’s heart, a teachable spirit, a love for the Lord Jesus Christ, and a commitment to the school’s beliefs and values.

Possess and Model a Growing Relationship with Christ

• Pursue full devotion to Christ and live a life that reflects that authenticity
• Model the fruits of the spirit in communications, relationships, and daily work
• Demonstrate teachability and a willing heart for service
• Embody others-centered, servant-leadership in all interactions

Demonstrate Trustworthy Commitment to Valor Christian High School

• Accept and uphold Valor’s values and beliefs as found in the Statement of Beliefs , Christian Community Policy , and Valor Culture Document
• Accept and abide by all affirmations in Valor’s Annual Statement of Commitment
• Be relationally involved in the life/lives of our students with a heart of service and mission
• Seamlessly and deliberately integrate Biblical truth and Christian values into daily work
• Be active and willing to serve at least once per quarter

Provide Strategic, Effective, Inspiring Team Support

• Uphold and embody Valor’s culture as set forth in the Valor Culture Document
• Model servant leadership, grace, and love in all relationships and interactions

Possess a Commitment to Instructional Excellence

• Instruct students effectively for appropriate levels and courses within the subject area
• Maintain a classroom environment that encourages student involvement and participation
• Adapt teaching methods to students’ abilities to maximize learning
• Execute lesson plans left by the absent faculty member in a way that meets the spiritual and academic needs of the students
• Appropriately integrate Biblical truth and Christian values into curriculum and instruction
• Leave thorough feedback to absent faculty regarding daily outcomes

Commitment to Student Centricity

• Demonstrate a love for teens and a desire to personally invest in their spiritual, emotional, and social matriculation
• Engage in communication and collaboration with Valor team members in order to strengthen student performance and support
• Relate to, understand, and connect with students and the community
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn and utilize the latest technologies for effective learning and communication

Exhibit a Commitment to Fulfilling Valor’s Vision and Mission

• Uphold and embody Valor’s culture as set forth in the Valor Culture Document
• Model servant leadership, grace, and love in all relationships and interactions
• Develop relationships with colleagues with goals of teamwork, relational unity, and spiritual growth
• Provide team support regarding all matters, processes, and initiatives
• Demonstrate loyalty to teammates in action and word
• Be a ‘culture-keeper’

Demonstrate a Commitment to Growth

• Demonstrate teachability and receptivity to feedback
• Pursue professional,…