High School Teacher

High School TeacherMaranatha High School - Pasadena, CA 91105OverviewSalary Range $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 Salary/year Level Experienced Position Type Exempt Job Shift 7:30 am - 3:30 pm Education Level 4 Year Degree Travel Percentage 0- 20% Category EducationDescriptionPOSITION SUMMARYThe teacher is the primary person in the classroom to present instruction of course content, facilitate learning opportunities and assess student participation and achievement. Teachers are a critical component of the success of Maranatha High School and each individual student, and are expected to comply with the job duties and expectations set forth below or as assigned by School Administration from time to time.Note: This is an Evergreen job posting. This means a teaching position is not currently available, but is our collection point for prospective employee interest in their subject area of expertise.STATEMENT OF FAITHAs a Christian individual, employed with a Christian institution, Employee acknowledges and affirms that Employee believes, embraces and at all times does and will follow the School's Statement of Faith, as expressed in Exhibit A attached and incorporated hereto. Employee shall follow Biblical patterns and principles and will manifest by precept and example the highest Christian virtues, values and personal decorum to serve as a Christian role model at all times. Employee understands that continued employment with School is contingent upon this commitment.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:General responsibilities include the following duties and expectations. Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs. Employee is expected to:Academic SupportAssess student achievement and mastery of content.Create lesson plans and course syllabus.Facilitate a positive and productive learning environment.Provide for instruction of applicable course content.Provide for substantial opportunities for student achievement.Responsible for student grading/evaluation within timeline and deadlines set by Administration.Update and maintain curriculum guides for all courses assigned.Communicate effectively and regularly with parents or guardians about student progress.Respond to email in a timely manner and be available for regular conference periods to assist parents and students as needed.Administrative SupportAdhere to MHS policies, procedures, and guidelines; as well as applicable industry and employment regulations.Attend all required meetings announced by the Senior Administrator over your department.Assume other responsibilities as assigned from time to time, including, but not limited to, supervision of traffic flow/parking areas, student breaks/lunches, extra-curricular functions, Chapel/assemblies and general enforcement of campus standards, as assigned by Academic Dean or designee.Comply with any duty, obligation, requirement or directive given to Employee by Administration.Maintain a positive, collaborative, cooperative, helpful attitude and a team spirit.Participate on committees and panels as directed.Respect confidentiality of all personal and organizational information.Community EngagementBe an example of Christian maturity to students, families and colleagues.Be fully committed to Maranatha's mission of providing a quality college preparatory education in an intentional Christ-honoring community of faith, belief and practice. Able to affirm through exhibiting personal and professional support of the School's Mission, Statement of Faith and Lifestyle Statement.Attend Faculty/Staff Orientation days, all Professional Development days and school training sessions, scheduled events/meetings involving employee's department, all Admissions events, including, but not limited to: Open House, Closer Look, The Mission 20XX Event, Back-To-School Nights, Graduation, and Baccalaureate and other staff or school functions as assigned.Collaborate, interact and work well with others, including students, parents and guardians, staff, faculty, administration, alumni, vendors and any other personnel involved with the School or education process.Employees must attend church services in accordance with the MHS Statement of Faith and Lifestyle Statement, and are encouraged to be active in their local churches in addition to regular church attendance.QualificationsJOB-RELATED QUALIFICATIONS AND STANDARDS:Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesAbility to adapt to changing work priorities and multi-task, working with frequent interruptions, while meeting deadlines and schedules.Ability to problem-solve to identify issues and create action plans.Ability to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of varied types and/or purposes; and utilize specific, job-related equipment.Maintain consistently-updated professional development, knowledge and ability to apply the concepts required and skills necessary for the teacher's assigned courses.Operate standard classroom equipment; prepare and maintain accurate records; and use pertinent software applications (e.g. myMHS, eTextbooks, iTunes, and, education Apps: Turnitin, Albert.io, G Suite), including any updates or new applications as may be provided.Perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills as requested or directed in order to meet changing job conditions.Reasonable care, maintenance and operation of classroom and workroom technology and equipment, to include copy machines, computers, DVD player, television equipment, iPad, etc.Work as part of a team in a manner designed to foster collaboration and cooperation.Work with detailed personal or administrative information/data, while maintaining confidentiality.EDUCATIONBachelor's degree in the subject area or a related field is required.Master's degree and or teaching Credential are preferred, but not required.CERTIFICATIONSAcademic Administrators and Teachers must have a current ACSI Administrator or Teacher Certificate or obtain one by the end of your second year of service. Certification must remain current thereafter throughout your employment.WORK EXPERIENCEHigh school teaching experience is preferred.Experience working in a Christian school setting is a plus.LANGUAGE SKILLSRequires excellent verbal and written communication skills.Ability to clearly, professionally and effectively respond to questions from staff, students and parents.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment is indoors in a comfortable temperature-controlled classroom environment and is typically free from dust and hazardous materials.MENTAL DEMANDSAbility to perform well under pressure, while treating others with respect and consideration.Ability to maintain a level of professionalism and calm when others are behaving inappropriately.Accept responsibility for own actions; follow through on commitments.Ability to deal with frequent changes or delays.Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion; problem solving.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions.Must be able to continuously remain in a stationary position 67-100% of the time.Frequently moves about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.Occasionally positions self to moves boxes and items weighing up to 20 pounds for various needs.BENEFITS:Medical (HMO or PPO)Dental (PPO)Vision403 (b)(7) Retirement Plan with company matchEmployer paid Long Term DisabilityEmployer paid Basic Life and AD&D insuranceFlexible Spending AccountsHolidays/School Closure DaysReduced lunch pricesFree covered parkingCredit Union MembershipEmployee Perks Discount ProgramThis description is designed to cover or contain a general listing of activities, duties or