High School​/AP Science Teacher

Location: Sun Valley

Position High School/AP Science Teacher Full Time, Exempt

Reports to:

High School Principal Education/Experience Required/Preferred: A four-year education degree is required. Master’s Degree in Science field and/or teaching credential is preferred.

Salary Range: $45,000 - $70,000 (The salary is the expected range and is dependent on candidate qualifications.)General Responsibilities This position provides classroom instruction to high school students in the area of Science. Each teacher at Village Christian School will incorporate into their teaching a worldview that is distinctly Christian and will also demonstrate excellent teaching, learning, thinking, and expression. It is also expected that a teacher has scholarly abilities in the area in which they teach, and that each teacher will diligently work toward providing a CAREing, Christ-centered education producing students who thrive.

Each classroom teacher is accountable to the chair of his/her department, the Principal, and ultimately the Head of School.

Specific Responsibilities Classroom Management Maintains a disciplined learning environment within the classroom, which is built out of respect, grace, and passion for their subject

Is available to students and parents before and after school

Course Management Maintains organization plan for each assigned course (subject matter outline, daily lesson plans, etc.)Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences both for online and in person instruction

Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities

Identify and select different instructional resources and methods to meet students' varying needs

Adheres to course outline as indicated in the curriculum and enriches curriculum when possible

Adept at using relevant and cutting-edge technology to develop relevant, real world learning experiences

Committed to expertise and growth in discipline content and methodology

Observe and evaluate student's performance and development

Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments and provide appropriate feedback on work in a timely manner

Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development

Responsible to prepare grade reports, progress reports, and attendance reports in accordance with school policy

Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures

Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs

Professional Responsibilities and Duties Be accessible to students as a “1:5 adult,” providing academic support, active listening, and advocacy, while observing appropriate boundaries

Participate in department and school meetings, parent meetings, and evening events as assigned by the administration

Is willingly involved in the VCS community outside of school hours

Continue to grow as a professional by attending in-service professional development activities

Faithfully completes reasonable extra duty assignments (supervision, mentoring, office hours, etc.)Executes all duties in a timely manner (holds class on time, meets deadlines, attends meetings on time, etc.)Maintains a ‘team player’ attitude and willingly collaborates with colleagues and departmental teams

Maintains cordial, professional relationships with all students, staff, parents, and community members

Attends class overnight trips, as assigned by administration

Abides by the spirit and policies in the VCS Employee Handbook Spiritual Commitment and Growth Has a dynamic, growing faith and is a spiritual role model for students

Maintains a commitment to the school’s Statement of Faith in action and belief

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times

Must be able to traverse school facility and lead students to safety in the event of an emergency

Village Christian School seeks to hire only employees with a vibrant Christian faith. Successful candidates will possess the following qualities and characteristics:

Providing a “Christ Centered” education that integrates seamlessly and winsomely with their content area

Has a dynamic, growing…