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Overview

Guardian Christian Academy is a dually accredited (ACSI, Cognia) school seeking educational professionals with a heart for Jesus and developing students through Christ-centered education. Teachers must implement instructional strategies in line with the guidelines established by the GCA student and faculty handbooks. Instruction must be taught from a Biblical perspective using the approved curriculum provided by GCA.

• Develop engaging lesson plans for each assigned course
• Grade assignments based on established timelines
• Maintain a safe, neat, and professional classroom environment
• Plan field trips to support curriculum
• Participate in student spiritual formation activities, including small groups, chapels, Spiritual Emphasis Week, and other related events
• Uphold classroom management standards as outlined by school policy
• Collaborate with fellow staff members to fulfill the academic and educational goals set by GCA
• Attend weekly staff meetings and required professional development sessions
• Practice biblical conflict resolution following the Matthew‑18 principle; if a conflict arises, bring it to the attention of the involved parties and, if unresolved, proceed through the chain of conflict resolution as detailed in the GCA faculty handbook
• Understand that teachers are mandated reporters by Virginia State law and must abide by all regulations set by the state
• Foster positive relationships with students and families, partnering with parents in a shared commitment to student growth

• Hold a bachelor’s degree in teaching or a relevant field and/or possess a valid Virginia State Teaching License
• Have a minimum of two years of teaching experience or student‑teaching experience
• Be a demonstrated content‑area expert for the subject area applied for
• Possess outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Possess knowledge of child development stages for assigned grade levels and teaching methodology

• Have received Jesus Christ as one’s personal Savior and maintain a daily relationship with Him
• Be able to share the gospel and pray with a student or parent with ease and confidence
• Be in whole‑hearted agreement with the school’s mission, vision, and statement of faith
• Serve as a Christian role model in behavior, speech, character, and lifestyle, honoring biblical standards
• Be an active member of a local evangelical church whose doctrinal statement aligns with that of GCA

• Supervise and support extracurricular activities
• Utilize educational opportunities and evaluation processes for professional growth
• Perform any other duties assigned by the administration