K-2nd Classroom Teacher

Job Details

Job Location:

Liberty Educational Ministries, Incorporated - Argyle, TX 76226, Position Type:
Full Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Travel Percentage:
None, Job Category:
Teacher,

The role of the Lower School Teacher is to plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program and learning environment that guides and encourages students in grades K-5 to develop and fulfill their academic and God-given potential.

• Uphold the mission and vision statement of Liberty Christian School (LCS).
• Contribute to the spiritual growth of students by praying for, encouraging, and discipling the students while modeling what it means to be a follower of Jesus.
• Love and pray daily for the children, parents, and LCS staff.
• Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning and submit lesson plans to administration.
• Develop schemes of work, lesson plans, and tests that are in accordance with established procedures and in alignment with standards.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ varying needs and interests.
• Use relevant technology to support classroom instruction and student learning.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflects understanding of the learning styles and differentiated needs of students assigned.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures and aligning them with the standards established in the Warrior Way.
• Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school.
• Provide appropriate and timely feedback to parents regarding their child’s progress and growth.
• Maintain accurate records of students' progress and development.
• Prepare required reports on students and activities.
• Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and student needs.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
• Grade all class work and assessments in a timely manner to guide and inform instruction.
• Encourage parent communication, obtain information for parents when requested, and promptly respond to phone calls and emails.
• Participate in appropriate professional development activities.
• Participate in department, school, and parent meetings.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees, as required.
• Adhere to the Student Protection Policy (SPP) procedures and trainings.
• Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the school.

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Teaching certification in elementary education preferred but not required.
• Complete school provided ACSI Biblical Worldview Course within first year of employment.
• Demonstrate effective classroom management.
• Model a positive attitude and empathetic perspective.
• Act as a team player.
• Serve as a Christian role model.

• Ability to function well in an environment with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts.
• May work at a desk and computer for extended periods of time.
• Regularly use close and distance vision.
• May stand for extended periods of time.
• Works primarily in a traditional climate-controlled office environment.
• May work in outside weather conditions, including heat and cold.
• Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in written contexts.
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and written).
• Ability to instruct and model desirable skills and attitude.
• Ability to remain productive and maintain control under stress.
• Ability to maintain a clear focus on a positive student experience.
• Full-time position.