Job Description
Position: TK - 8th Grade Art Teacher
Responsible to: Middle or Elementary School Principal
A TCS Teacher/Staff Exhibits:
- A deep faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior and acceptance of the authority of Scriptures as a guide for faith and living
- Actively pursues spiritual growth through personal devotions, Bible study, church involvement, etc.
- Understand and actively support The Christ School's mission, vision, and defining characteristics
- Proficiency in GoogleSuite (docs, sheets, gmail, calendar)
- Highly effective verbal and written communication skills
- Must be able to effectively traverse possibly uneven ground
- Must be able to ascend/descend multiple flights of stairs and transport about 10-15 pounds
General Responsibilities:
- High-Quality Instruction: Deliver engaging, research-based instruction aligned with the school’s standards and curriculum, maintaining high academic standards and utilizing differentiated strategies to meet the needs of all learners.
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Student Engagement: Foster a stimulating classroom environment that promotes curiosity, critical thinking, collaboration, and problem solving.
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Learning Environment: Consistently implement procedures and expectations that promote self-control and respect, while creating a warm, nurturing learning environment.
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Model Christ-Centered Behavior: Embody Christian values, modeling a Christ-like attitude in and out of the classroom while promoting spiritual growth and Biblical teachings throughout lessons.
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Collaborate with Colleagues: Engage in meaningful collaboration with colleagues across grade levels and subjects, sharing ideas and resources to enhance instructional practices and student outcomes.
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Partner with Parents: Cultivate strong relationships with parents. Communicate regularly regarding student progress.
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Commit to Professional Growth: Demonstrate a passion for continuous professional development, consistently looking for ways to improve.
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Contribute to School Community: Actively participate in school events, improvement efforts, and extracurricular activities, enhancing student experiences beyond the classroom.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have an advanced degree in education and at least 5 years of experience, preferably in an independent, Christian school.
- A deep faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior and acceptance of the authority of Scriptures as a guide for faith and living
- Actively pursues spiritual growth through personal devotions, Bible study, church involvement, etc.
- Understand and actively support The Christ School mission, vision, and defining characteristics
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Fine Arts, Art Education, or Visual Arts from an accredited college/university
- Proficiency in GoogleSuite (docs, sheets, gmail, calendar)
- Highly effective verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrate professionalism and confidentiality in all aspects of the job
- Must be able to effectively traverse possibly uneven ground
- Must be able to ascend/descend multiple flights of stairs and transport about 10-15 pounds
