Middle School Spanish Teacher

The Middle School Spanish Teacher is committed to honoring Christ by preparing students to live fully for God in a rapidly changing world, knowing they are His masterpieces, uniquely designed for His purpose. The Teacher ensures that the classroom learning environment is Christian-based, nurturing, wholesome and loving.

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 Spanish instruction to students in Middle School (6-8)
• Reflects the purpose of the school which is to honor Christ in every class and in every activity and integrates Biblical principles and perspectives throughout all curriculums
• Assist with lunch and recess duty as determined
• 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

• Connect relationally with children and families in all interactions.
• Develop and maintain rapport with students and parents.
• Represent Cherry Hills Christian in a favorable and professional manner.
• Assess the learning of students regularly and provide progress reports as required.
• Ensures 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

• Is knowledgeable of Cherry Hills Christian policies and procedures to assist with day-to-day operations.
• Assists 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

• Receive and apply training and development from the Head of School and other professional development opportunities.
• Attend department and all-staff meetings.
• Demonstrate teachability and receptiveness to feedback.

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: 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.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
• 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 preferred
• Willingness to pursue higher education and continue progress in career development.

POSITION TYPE: Part-time, hourly

HOURS PER WEEK:  15-20

SUPERVISOR:  Director of Middle School