Middle School Bible Teacher

Job Description

Position: Middle School Teacher – Bible
Responsible to: Middle School Principal 
Hours: 10 month employee, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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, biblically grounded lessons aligned with The Christ School’s Bible curriculum and academic standards. Incorporate effective instructional strategies that nurture biblical literacy, interpretive skills, and spiritual understanding. Encourage thoughtful connections between Scripture and students’ lives.
• Student Engagement: Foster a Christ-centered classroom environment that inspires curiosity about God’s Word and active participation in learning. Encourage meaningful discussion, personal reflection, and application of biblical truths through creative and critical thinking activities.
• Assessment and Evaluation: Use a variety of formative and summative assessments to evaluate student progress in knowledge, character, and spiritual growth. Provide constructive, grace-filled feedback that supports both academic understanding and faith development.
• Learning Environment: Establish and maintain clear expectations that promote respect, empathy, and accountability. Create a nurturing space where students feel safe to explore Scripture, ask questions, and grow in their relationship with Christ.
• Model Christ-Centered Behavior: Demonstrate a vibrant and authentic faith through words and actions. Integrate biblical principles and a Christian worldview into all aspects of teaching and classroom life. Serve as a role model of integrity, humility, and compassion for students, families, and colleagues.
• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with middle school faculty and across disciplines to weave biblical perspectives into all areas of learning. Partner with colleagues to share best practices, support student development, and ensure curricular alignment.
• Parent Partnership: Maintain open and consistent communication with parents regarding student progress, classroom experiences, and spiritual formation. Build positive, faith-based relationships that reinforce the home-school partnership in guiding students toward Christlike maturity.
• Professional Growth: Engage in ongoing professional and spiritual development to strengthen biblical knowledge, teaching practice, and understanding of adolescent faith development. Stay current with trends in Christian education and ministry.
• School Community Involvement: Participate actively in chapel, advisory groups, service-learning projects, and school-wide community events. Support The Christ School’s mission by contributing to a joyful, vibrant community committed to academic excellence and spiritual growth.

Required Qualifications:

• 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 
• Bachelor’s degree or higher 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

The ideal candidate will have an advanced degree in education or Bible and at least 5 years of experience, preferably in an independent, Christian school.