English Teacher

Overview

Pacifica Christian High School provides a college-preparatory, liberal arts education for students from all backgrounds and neighborhoods. Engaging students’ minds to think well and shaping their hearts prepares them to enjoy an abundant life. Thinking and living well is about making connections—both intellectual and relational. It provides students with a fuller understanding of what it means to be human and provides them the freedom to find their place in God’s created world.

Our students are free to live out their stories, fully becoming who God desires them to be. We provide students with opportunities that will change them for the better—by challenging and maturing them. We desire our students to be more purposeful and courageous, more joyful and committed—prepared for all that God offers in their lives.

Learning to think and live well is a life-long process. But both the process—and the outcome—produce joy. A Pacifica education provides tangible benefits, like preparation for college, career, family, and service to the church and community, and a foundation for success in college, life, work, and faith.

Faculty teach students to think and live well in the ethos of Pacifica’s Core Beliefs and Approach to Teaching and Learning.

Teachers are to maintain a disciplined and focused learning environment within the classroom, which is built on respect, grace, and passion for the subject.

• Maintains and publishes Daily Lesson Plans for at least one unit in advance to students and parents.
• Regularly communicates to parents when a student is struggling; particularly when they fall below a C- in their class or earn below a C- on a major assessment.
• Facilitates a challenging academic environment
• Maintains an organization plan for each assigned course (course guide, subject matter outline, daily lesson plans, etc.)
• As a minimum, remains faithful to the course outline as indicated in the course guide and enriches the curriculum in collaboration with Department Chair and/or Director of Academics.
• Commits to expertise and growth in discipline content and pedagogical methods
• Uses technology to enhance student learning and achievement when appropriate.
• Completing grading within cycle of assignment, updating homework and test results online in a timely manner
• Independently pursues professional growth

Course selection is discussed during the hiring process and then annually in conjunction with the department head, Director of Academic Affairs, and Principal.

• Executes all duties in a timely manner (starts class on time, meets deadlines, attends meetings, turns in paperwork on time, etc.)
• Seeks opportunities to promote a collegial, educational environment throughout the campus
• Maintains communication with parents and responds within 24 hours
• Sustains cordial, professional relationships with all students, staff, parents, and community members
• Attends meetings and sits on committees as directed by administration
• Is eagerly involved in the Pacifica community outside of school hours
• Is a team player and willingly collaborates in the ongoing advancement of the school
• Attends, Athletic Activities, Performing Arts Events, Academic Events, and Open Houses
• Attends weekly Chapels, Meetings, and Assemblies
• Participates in All-School Retreat, a 4-day 3-night event
• Faithfully completes reasonable extra duty assignments (Dances, Events, Supervision, Mentoring, Office Hours)
• Abides by the spirit and policies in the Pacifica Faculty Handbook
• Holds self directly accountable to the chair of his/her department, Director of Academic Affairs Principal, and ultimately the Head of School

The culture at Pacifica is dedicated to ministering to the whole person. Mentor Groups are an intentional way to have at least one adult assigned to the well being of each student. All Pacifica teachers will serve as a mentor to one group each academic year. Each mentor is expected to:

• Meet weekly with their students during the designated time and follow provided mentor curriculum.
• Wholeheartedly enjoys working with teenagers, championing their education, and encouraging their faith and…