Lower Elementary Teacher (3rd Grade)

Reports to: Elementary Principal  

Hours: Full time following the academic calendar (7:30 am – 3:45 pm) 

All teachers must agree to support all sections of the , and must whole-heartedly affirm sections 1-5, 8-13, 21-23.

Applicants will be asked to affirm both the ECS Declaration of Faith and the for employees

RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Teach all core subjects, including Bible, in a self-contained elementary classroom 
  
• Participate in training in the implementation of ELA and math curriculum and follow the school’s curriculum for all subject matter  
• Be informed as to the academic, spiritual, and social development of each of their students.  
• Exhibit knowledge of standards-based curriculum; collect appropriate data for standards-based report cards  

• Use effective strategies for differentiating instruction  
• Demonstrate strong classroom management skills and follow the school’s plan for discipline  
• Employ those instructional aids, methods, and materials that will provide for creative and effective teaching including the consistent and effective use of technology.  
• Ensure that adequate preparations have been made to accomplish objectives and meet the standards established for the classes assigned.  
• Plan instruction methodically and consistently using daily lesson plans that align with the school’s curriculum and curriculum maps.  
• Maintain accurate records of attendance and grades to meet the requests of the administration and one's own need for a knowledge of student progress.  
• Assign homework with purpose and intention to reinforce, review, and/or enrich lesson content.  
• Attend and participate in scheduled faculty meetings, professional development, and parent-teacher meetings.  
• Demonstrate strong classroom management that fosters a learning environment for all students and adheres to the school’s policies and procedures.  
• Follow the school’s protocol for classroom discipline.  
• Provide regular communication with the home via the telephone, email, and in-person meetings.  
• Attend all regularly scheduled meetings (typically once a week) which include staff meetings, division meetings, curriculum meetings and PLCs  
• Attend and/or participate in school activities and programs  
• Speak favorably of and publicly support the school, faculty, and school leadership.  
• Carry out other duties as assigned by the school’s administration.  
  

Requirements

• Have a BS or BA, preferably in education  
• Demonstrate evidence of personal faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord  
• Have a pastoral reference from local church to verify regular attendance and active involvement  
• Adhere to the mission statement, core values, Code of Conduct, and Statement of Faith of Emmanuel Christian School