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Summary of Position 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.Responsibilities

Include Developing engaging lesson plans for each course that is assigned

Grading assignments based on established timelines

Maintaining a safe, neat and professional classroom environment

Planning field trips to support curriculum

Participation in student spiritual formation activities including but not limited to small groups, chapels, Spiritual Emphasis Week, etc.

Upholding classroom management standards as outlined by school policy

Collaborating with fellow staff members to fulfill the academic and educational goals set by GCAAttend weekly staff meetings and required professional development

Practice biblical conflict resolution, following the Matthew 18 principle – if a conflict arises it is to be brought to the attention of the individual directly involved. If unresolved, the issue follows the chain of conflict resolution as detailed in the GCA faculty handbook. All conflict resolutions begin between the parties involved.

Understand that teachers are mandated reporters by Virginia State Law and therefore must abide by all regulations set by Virginia State Law.

Foster positive relationships with students and families; partnering with parents in a shared commitment to student growth.

Professional Requirements Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in teaching or relevant field and/or hold a valid Virginia State Teaching LicenseA minimum of 2 years of teaching experience or student teaching

Teachers must be a demonstrated content area expert for the subject area that they are applying forMust possess outstanding written and verbal communication skills

Must possess knowledge of child development stages for assigned grade levels as well as teaching methodology

Spiritual Requirements Have received Jesus Christ as his/her personal Savior and have formed 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 in a local evangelical church whose doctrinal statement aligns with that of GCAAdditional Requirements Supervise and support extracurricular activities

Utilize educational opportunities and evaluation processes for professional growth

Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the administration

Summary of Position 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.Responsibilities

Include Developing engaging lesson plans for each course that is assigned

Grading assignments based on established timelines

Maintaining a safe, neat and professional classroom environment

Planning field trips to support curriculum

Participation in student spiritual formation activities including but not limited to small groups, chapels, Spiritual Emphasis Week, etc.

Upholding classroom management standards as outlined by school policy

Collaborating with fellow staff members to fulfill the academic and educational goals set by GCAAttend weekly staff meetings and required professional development

Practice biblical conflict resolution, following the Matthew 18 principle – if a conflict arises it is to be brought to the attention of the individual directly involved. If unresolved, the issue follows the chain of conflict resolution as detailed in the…