Christian School Teacher

SummaryLove teaching kids in a positive Christian environment?  This may be the career for you.We are currently searching for experienced Christian teachers.  You should not only love the subjects you teach, but also be excited about creating lifelong learners.You’ll cultivate student strengths and come alongside them to make weaker areas strong.  Your students are expected to excel in academics under your guidance.You should shepherd your class by serving as a mentor, being a positive role model, and contributing to the development of strong moral character.To excel in this role, you should have in-depth knowledge of effective teaching practices that ensure learning is an engaging and meaningful experience. Our ideal candidate has excellent interpersonal and organizational skills that contribute to the school’s overall positive and engaging culture for students. ResponsibilitiesDevelop lesson plans and set high expectations for studentsGiving and grading assignments, homework and testsEstablish and administer classroom rules and standardsTake attendance and document daily notesHelp students prepare for standardized testingOversee students during recess, lunch and other activitiesUpdate and meet with parents about their children’s progressMaintain a clean and sanitary classroomCommunicate with parents regularly through the class newsletter and parent-teacher conferencesHelp plan and lead fall and spring semester field tripsWork with staff to ensure all gaps are filled and school policies are being followed appropriatelyAttend staff meetings and participate in professional developmentWillingness to learn and apply Classical Christian teaching methodologies QualificationsProven work experience as a teacher or similar roleThe ability to communicate in ways students will understand, as well as with parents and administratorsConfidence speaking in front of groups and enforcing classroom rulesThe creativity to create engaging lesson plans and inspire students to learnThe physical and mental stamina to keep up with high-energy grade school studentsMust be detail-oriented and able to follow written and verbal instructions.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Degree in Education; Master’s degree a plusClassical Christian education experience a plusA teaching license is preferred About Spring Hill Christian AcademySpring Hill Christian Academy (SHC) serves the K-8 children and families of Spring Hill, Thompson Station and surrounding area in Middle Tennessee. SHC is a private Classical Christian school dedicated to academic excellence from a Biblical worldview.  Class sizes are small with an overall focus on cultivating a family-like learning environment.The mission of SHC is to support parents in raising young men and women that are able to reason, discern, and apply Truth as the Lord leads them to achieve their fullest potential. This is accomplished by way of Scripture, the time-proven tools of classical education, small class sizes, and cultivating a family-like community.