US English Teacher

The Teacher is responsible for planning and implementing program activities according to Board/Administration-approved curriculum guides to fulfill the Mission Statement of Prince of Peace Christian School. Every teacher is expected to provide a Christ-centered exemplary education that equips students for leadership, service, and success, ensuring students feel welcomed, known, connected, and prepared. In partnership with parents, teachers will fulfill the school's vision by preparing students academically, nurturing them in Christian faith, challenging them to be upright citizens, and equipping them to accomplish meaningful work that serves others. Through both example and curriculum, teachers minister to the whole child, fostering spiritual, intellectual, physical, emotional, and social development. Supervisory Responsibilities None Key Responsibilities / Duties Duties as a Teacher will commence according to the dates on the employment agreement, with attendance being in conformance with the official school calendar and those other days designated by the administration as Staff In-Service/Workdays Recognize that POPCS teachers have a ministerial role in the classroom, ensuring that the Christian faith and LCMS beliefs are supported and integrated into each subject, ensuring prayer and Christian discipline is an active part of the classroom environment Provide planned appropriate learning experiences for the religious, social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth of each child, using and/or adapting the curriculum materials approved by the POPCS School Board and/or administration for the subject(s)/grade level(s) assigned Make effective long range and short range (daily lesson plans) planning plans for classroom instruction as directed Grade assignments in a timely manner and in accordance with POPCS standards Maintains adequate student records, uses age-appropriate procedures to evaluate students, and executes the standardized testing program Show competency, good judgment, and self-control when working with children Serve as a faithful Christian example in word and deed to students, parents, and coworkers Seek to instill in each child a healthy attitude of self-worth and accept each as a unique child of God Relate with courtesy, respect, acceptance, patience, and positivity to children, staff, and parents Maintain a positive working relationship with colleagues and staff Attend all scheduled staff meetings, teacher in-service, conventions, first aid and CPR training as required; maintain PDC requirements Read, understand, and follow all policies and procedures in the POPCS Employee Handbook, Employee Operations Manual, and Parent Student Handbook Attend the Opening House at the beginning of the school year and represent the school at other special events as required by the administration Communicate effectively with parents, both in writing and in in-person meeting when necessary Create a pleasant, inviting classroom atmosphere in which students feel comfortable, secure, and ready to learn Ensure that all equipment, materials, and supplies are appropriately cared for, cleaned, and stored each day prior to the first day of school Hold Parent-Teacher Conferences with all parents on the designated days Hall monitoring, carpool, and other duties as assigned Arrive at the school 30 minutes before school starts and be in the classroom 5 minutes before students enter the classroom. Remain at school 30 minutes after the official dismissal time Preferred Qualifications, Education, and Experience Active member of a Christian church, preferably a member of a LCMS church A bachelor’s degree in education for the specific teaching area Teacher Certification by the State of Texas; or complete within 2 years of hire Previous work experience to show dependability, responsibility, and maturity Key Characteristics / Attributes Person of prayer, strong and growing prayer and faith walk, daily Christian servant Optimistic, positive, joy-filled, model of professional excellence Humble and willing to grow and learn Professional manner, appearance, dress, and confident Academically focused and proactive in preparations Able to nurture the heart and mind Has a love of children and understands child development stages Able to have difficult, yet tactful, conversations with parents (parent coach), faculty, other school staff or leaders Willing to grow professionally through educational reading, attendance at workshops, and participation in graduate level courses Willing to grow spiritually and be involved in the worship life at your church Demonstrates integrity and is willing to execute with excellence Physical Requirements Able to communicate 1 on 1 and in a group setting with students and parents including listening to and speaking with them While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and sit; use hands to handle or feel, to talk, and to hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and is required to stand and walk The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds Visual acuity for reviewing documents, proofreading, and data entry Ability to attend evening and occasional weekend school events as needed Privacy & Security Maintain confidentiality of all donor information and financial records Follow proper procedures for handling checks, cash, and financial documents Secure sensitive database information and maintain appropriate access controls Adhere to school policies regarding data privacy and information security Schedule Full-time, Faculty, 10-month Necessary scheduled onsite operational hours to meet the needs of Prince of Peace Christian School, including additional hours as required or needed to complete assigned duties Arrive at the school 30 minutes before school starts and be in the classroom 5 minutes before students enter the classroom. Remain at school 30 minutes after the official dismissal time Employment Disclaimer and Equal Opportunity Statement At‑Will Employment: This job description does not constitute an employment contract, either express or implied, and does not alter the at‑will employment relationship between the employee and Prince of Peace Christian School. Either the employee or the School may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, as outlined in the Employee Handbook Section 8.1. Job Description Modifications: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the position, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of Prince of Peace Christian School. The School reserves the right to modify job duties, responsibilities, and requirements as operational needs dictate. Essential Functions and Reasonable Accommodation: The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily. Upon request, Prince of Peace Christian School will provide reasonable accommodations to enable qualified employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship, in accordance with applicable law and the School's Employee Handbook policies. Equal Opportunity Employment: Prince of Peace Christian School is an equal opportunity employer committed to a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. All aspects of employment—including decisions to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge—will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. The School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, age (40 and older), national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information (including family medical history), military or veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. Faith-Based Mission: As a Christian educational institution, Prince of Peace Christian School reserves the right to prefer employees who share and support the School's religious mission, beliefs, and values, as permitted by applicable law. Prince of Peace Christian School & Early Learning Center Mission: Prince of Peace Christian School & Early Learning Center provides a Christ-centered exemplary education equipping students for leadership, service, and success. Qualified candidates should complete and submit the Employment Application and Pre-Employment Affidavit forms, found on the POPCS Careers page. Resume and cover letter should be uploaded with the employment application. Any additional information or documents should be emailed to View email address on click.appcast.io. Compensation commensurate with experience. EEO Complete the steps below to complete the application process. All job offers at Prince of Peace Christian School & Early Learning Center are contingent upon the candidate’s successful completion of a background and fingerprint check, reference checks, and pre‑employment screening, as applicable. #J-18808-Ljbffr