Education
Bible Teacher
The Middle School Bible Teacher is committed to honoring Christ by encouraging, working with, and loving students in God’s truth. The Teacher ensures that the classroom work environment is Christian-based, nurturing, wholesome and loving.
Cherry Hills Christian School awakens the educational experience by preparing students to live fully for God in a rapidly changing world, knowing they are His masterpieces, uniquely designed for His purpose. Fully Known, Fully Loved, Fully His…Heart, Soul, Mind, Strength.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Model a Growing and Vibrant Relationship with Christ
- Pursue full devotion to Christ and live the life we are inviting others to live
- Manifest the fruit of the Spirit in work habits and relationships
- Pursue spiritual growth through community and daily devotions
- Embody other-centered, servant-leadership in all interactions
Demonstrate Commitment to Cherry Hills Christian School
- Be an active, engaged member of the school community
- Attend and serve at school-wide, all-hands-on-deck events (Examples: Meet & Greet, Back to School Night, etc.)
- Accept and uphold CHC’s Essentials of Faith
Efficiently Work with and Lead Alongside other Grade Level Teachers
- Provide classroom instruction in Grades 6-8th
- Reflect the purpose of the school which is to honor Christ in every class and in every activity and integrate Biblical principles and perspectives throughout all curriculums
- Plan broadly alongside grade-level teams for the quarter and semester and incorporate a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students
- Utilize valid teaching techniques to achieve curriculum goals within the framework of the schools’ Mission
- Employ a variety of instructional aids, methods and materials that will provide for creative teaching to reach the whole child: spiritual, mental, physical, social and emotional
- Keep proper discipline in the classroom to maintain a good learning environment
- Maintain regular and accurate attendance and grade records to meet the demands for a comprehensive knowledge of each student’s progress
- Understand and implement all building emergency procedures
Cultivate Positive Relationships with Children and Families
- Develop and maintain rapport with students and parents
- Represent Cherry Hills Christian in a favorable and professional manner
- Assess the learning of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required
- Keep students, parents and the Director of Middle School adequately informed of progress or deficiencies and give sufficient notices of failure
- Ensure accurate and timely response to communication requests
- Respect professional ethics that require confidentiality concerning the sharing of information about children, parents, or staff
- Pray for the children and families you serve
Ensure Accurate, Timely Response to Communication Requests (Phone or Email)
- Manage email, voicemail, and communication requests in a timely, thorough manner
- Build trust by maintaining confidence of information
- Respond to all communication with professionalism, discretion, and a service orientation
Other Administrative Responsibilities
- Understand Cherry Hills Christian policies and procedures and assist with day-to-day operations
- Assist in overseeing the maintenance of a clean, safe environment for school operations
- Help staff, students, and volunteers’ function efficiently and effectively
- Understand supervision and how to lead in a positive manner
Demonstrate a Commitment to Growth
- Provide input and constructive recommendations for administrative and managerial functions in the school
- Utilize educational opportunities and evaluation processes for professional growth
- Attend department and all-staff meetings
Model Servant Leadership and Exhibit a Helpful, Joyful Attitude
Perform Other Duties and Tasks as Assigned
SPIRITUAL GIFTS
God equips every Christ-follower with spiritual gifts to serve and strengthen the body of Christ and to partner with Him in the advancement of His kingdom.
The following spiritual gifts are recommended for this role: Teaching, Service, Administration and Mercy.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must have a strong and growing relationship with Jesus Christ and it should be evident in both the personal and professional life
- Must agree to the mission statement, values, and faith statement
- Must be able to uphold and support the mission statement, values, and faith statement
- Professional attitude and appearance
- Holds a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- Advanced degree preferred
- Current ACSI and/or State Teaching Certification in Elementary Education
- Willingness to pursue higher education and continue progress in career development
- Must have a flexible attitude with a servant’s heart