Upper School ELA/Social Studies Teacher

This position is expected to begin August 1, 2024

*As a religious organization whose purpose and character are primarily religious, Triad Baptist Christian Academy may prefer to hire and employ individuals who agree with our religious beliefs and who are faithful to our doctrinal and ethical teachings and practices.

Primary Purpose: To carry out the mission of Triad Baptist Christian Academy by providing an environment which promotes spiritual growth, to motivate students to have Christ-like attitudes; to establish good relationships with students, prospective students, parents, prospective parents and other staff members, and to stay current with best practices in high school education.

Qualifications:

Graduation from a college or university which is recognized by ACSI.

Hold an ACSI certification or be able to obtain one upon employment.

Agrees and signs TBCA Statement of Faith.

Must be an active member of a local church whose doctrinal beliefs and practices are in agreement with the TBCA Statement of Faith.

Children of school age must be enrolled in Triad Baptist Christian Academy.

Prior classroom experience or education preferred.

Essential Job Functions

Promotes the spiritual aspect of TBCA by teaching from a biblical worldview that is evident in lesson planning and implementation, by encouraging students to have a personal relationship with Christ and encouraging a maturing of this relationship and by holding students accountable for Christian behaviors.

Teaches grade level/ subject(s) assigned by the Director of Education utilizing a course of study as set forth in the Curriculum Guide of TBCA.

Be open to teaching courses other than ELA.

Develops lesson plans, curriculum mapping, and other curriculum materials as directed by the Headmaster.

Teaches based on the standards designated by the TBCA Administration.

Uses a variety of instructional strategies, including inquiry, lecture, group discussion, discovery, group activities, etc.

Utilizes the latest technology in the classroom.

Provides differentiated instruction as needed.

Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.

Obtain the Headmaster’s approval before using media, materials, or speakers which are outside the approved curriculum.

Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.

Administers group standardized tests in accordance with the Academy’s testing program.

Satisfies requirements to obtain and maintain ACSI certification.

Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by professional growth activities.

Participates in curriculum development and other professional committees for Academy accreditation.

Evaluates students’ academic and spiritual growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports and report cards.

Completes paperwork including but not limited to the following:

○ Grade reports for permanent files

○ Eligibility reports for athletes

○ Inventories of classroom equipment/supplies/books

○ End of year evaluation form

○ Records of attendance

○ Scope and sequence development

○ Work necessary for ACSI & CogNIA accreditation

Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss students’ progress and interpret the Academy’s program.

Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive room décor; classroom and teacher’s belongings should be neat and maintained properly. Report maintenance issues to appropriate personnel.

Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the school day.

Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, harassment, and other offenses as stated in the employee handbook) to maintain a positive learning environment and adhere to state and federal laws as well as TBCA board policies.

Attend and participate in the following:

○ Morning devotions

○ Teacher’s meetings

○ Evening programs

○ ACSI Convention

○ Other

Arrives and departs at the stated times in TBCA’s teacher handbook unless time is approved in advance by the Headmaster.

Accepts responsibility for additional assigned duties by the respective administrator(s) for the operation of TBCA.

Works with the grade level team to accomplish goals.