Woodland Park Middle School Teacher

Description

Founded in 1971, Colorado Springs Christian Schools (CSCS) is one of Colorado’s leading Christian educational schools for grades K-12. CSCS is a private, non-denominational school accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA CASI).

CSCS exists to provide an excellent education from a Christ-centered, biblical perspective for lifelong service.

Demonstrates a spiritual maturity in attitude, actions and speech, showing a consistent walk with Jesus Christ. In all work, is sensitive to the spiritual needs of students and parents, and co-workers. All employees are viewed as ministers of the Gospel; duties such as leading devotions, prayer, Scripture reading, and integrating biblical truths in daily job responsibilities are integral to all employment positions.

• Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university; has or able to obtain an Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) teacher certificate.
• Has or able to obtain CPR & First Aid training.

• Effectively integrate biblical truths throughout all academic teachings.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of established curriculum goals.
• Employ a variety of instructional and technological techniques and strategies to meet different aptitudes and interests of students; utilizes current technology and variable modalities including hands‑on demonstrations and activities.
• Knowledge of and desire to use relevant and emerging technologies in the classroom.
• Prepares appropriately for classes and shows written evidence of preparation, including lesson plans.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning; includes appropriate code of conduct policy.
• Monitor and assess academic progress; communicates with parents and administrators regarding the progress and potential of students.
• Ability and desire to lead small peer groups of middle school students as a spiritual and relational mentor.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and up-to-date records including attendance and grades.
• Commits and fully supports the missional and organizational standards including our Core Values, Mission Statement, Statement of Faith and Christian Beliefs, and Doctrinal Statement.

• Evidence of spiritual maturity and strong grasp of Christian education; ability to demonstrate true biblical integration through the subject area.
• Through effective communication, build healthy, effective relationships with students and families to support and enforce the biblical, whole‑child educational experience.
• Understanding of curriculum and demonstrated ability to integrate subject area into interdisciplinary units as appropriate.
• Demonstrated knowledge and practice of Servant Leadership.
• Participates in curriculum and staff development training.
• Participates in before / after school activities as requested by Administrator.
• Works well with other teachers, support staff and administrators.
• Supervises students in out‑of‑classroom activities during the school day as well as an occasional evening activity as assigned.
• Maintains a safe and orderly classroom to promote an inviting place for students to learn and to inhibit relational aggression.
• Is competent with tests, assessments, and the use of data in making educational decisions.
• Supervises teacher aides and volunteers as assigned.
• Alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent / Principal may find appropriate and acceptable or other background demonstrating application of the qualifications and skills.

This description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the primary job elements essential for any instructional position at CSCS.

Colorado Springs Christian Schools shall comply with applicable laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination of any individual who is otherwise qualified.