Middle School Boys Physical Education Teacher

Job Title

The teacher shall be committed to living a biblical lifestyle and called by God to teach at Vacaville Christian Schools. To teach a school class that is Christ-centered and offers superior education academically, spiritually and socially in a structured, positive environment should be the objective.

A teacher must possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college and have a teacher certification or a commitment to become certified. A teacher shall prayerfully help students learn attitudes, skills, and subject matter that will contribute to their development. VCS exists to provide, in partnership with home and church, a distinctive, Christ-centered education in a nurturing environment, which equips young people to excel in life and in service to Jesus Christ.

Reporting Relationship:
Principal and/or Vice Principals

Hours of Work: on campus & available from 30 min. before the starting time of the first scheduled class thru 30 min. after the scheduled dismissal of school.

Positions Classification:
Exempt

Teaching

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Integrate Biblical principles and the Christian philosophy of education throughout the curriculum and activities.
• Follow school procedures and policies in administrative and educational matters that are set by the Employer.
• Maintain a current ACSI certificate as required by accreditation.
• Adhere to and fulfill all requirements and duties with regard to accreditation procedures and assignments.
• Demonstrate a commitment to excellent communication with parents and students.
• Proficiency in technology resources and applications necessary for the completion of the job.
• Use homework effectively for drill, review, enrichment or project work.
• Assess the learning of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
• Be available to any parents/students who wish to have a conference before or after school.
• Hold conferences with parents of each student (1st quarter mandatory, 3rd quarter as needed).
• Maintain regular and accurate attendance and grade records to meet the demands of each student's progress.
• Keep students, parents and the administration adequately informed of progress or deficiencies and give early and often notice of failure.
• Be accountable to meet the minimum learning objectives for the grade and/or subject levels taught.
• Plan broadly through the use of annual goals and objectives, and more currently through the use of a weekly lesson plan schedule.
• Plan a program of study that engages the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Create lessons and assignments that meet the needs of the students' differentiated learning needs.
• Perform minimally two (2) adjunct duties and participate in the planning and leadership of all extra-curricular events and activities as requested.
• Plan through approved channels the balanced classroom use of field trips, guest speakers, and other media.
• Know the procedures for dealing with issues of an emergency nature, and responsible for the safety and health of students in the classroom.
• Inform the administration in a timely manner if unable to fulfill any duty assigned.
• When necessity arises for a substitute teacher, prepare adequate information and materials in a timely manner.

Requirements

Personal

Qualifications:

• Demonstrate a strong passion to uphold the Vision, Mission, Educational Objectives, Statement of Faith, Doctrine, and Core Values of Vacaville Christian Schools.
• Represent the school in a favorable and professional manner to the school's constituency and the general public.
• Create a strong educational family by developing and maintaining rapport with students, parents, and staff by treating everyone with friendliness, dignity, and consideration.
• Demonstrate the ability to accept and carry out responsibilities and make competent, professional decisions.
• Ability to move about the school building(s) and campus. Employment-related reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities will be provided where the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship.
• Affirms that, as part of the qualifications for this position, he/she is a follower of Jesus who knows the Lord Jesus Christ as Savior.
• Attendance in a Bible-based church.

Competencies &

Skills:

• Possess an Engaging Personality and Teaching Style.
• Clear Objectives for Lessons.
• Effective Discipline Skills.
• Good Classroom Management Skills
• Good Communication with Parents
• High Expectations.
• Knowledge of Curriculum and Standards.
• Knowledge of Subject Matter.

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education or other related field
• A current ACSI certificate as required by accreditation.
• Initiative to pursue continued professional development and network.