Teacher, Third Grade

The role of 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 appropriate level instruction to students in your grade level
• 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

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.
• Exhibit a professional attitude and appearance
• CPR certified and/or willingness to obtain certification