MS ELA Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Position: Middle School ELA TeacherResponsible to: Middle School Principal

Hours: 10 month employee, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Required Qualifications:

• A deep faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior and acceptance of the authority of Scripture as a guide for faith and living

• Actively pursues spiritual growth through personal devotions, Bible study, church involvement, etc.

• Understanding of and active support for 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

• Understanding of and ability to deliver accommodations for students with learning differences

• Demonstrate professionalism and confidentiality in all aspects of the job

• Able to effectively traverse possibly uneven ground

• Able to ascend/descend multiple flights of stairs and transport about 10-15 pounds

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

General Responsibilities:

• High-Quality Instruction: Deliver engaging, research-based lessons aligned with The Christ School’s curriculum and standards. Incorporate effective literacy strategies that promote reading comprehension, writing fluency, grammar mastery, and vocabulary development.

• Student Engagement: Foster a collaborative, Christ-centered classroom culture that promotes curiosity, communication, creative problem solving, and critical thinking. Encourage students to take ownership of their learning through inquiry, discussion, and reflection.

• Assessment and Evaluation: Use a variety of formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress. Provide meaningful verbal and written feedback to support academic growth and a love for learning.

• Learning Environment: Establish and maintain clear procedures and expectations that promote respect, self-discipline, and responsibility. Create a nurturing and orderly environment that supports spiritual and academic development.

• Model Christ-Centered Behavior: Integrate biblical principles and a Christian worldview throughout instruction. Model integrity, humility, and compassion in all interactions with students, families, and colleagues.

• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with middle school faculty and across disciplines to ensure curriculum alignment, share best practices, and support student success.

• Parent Partnership: Communicate regularly with parents about student progress, classroom activities, and upcoming projects. Build trusting relationships that support students’ academic and spiritual growth.

• Professional Growth: Pursue continual professional development to enhance instructional practice and stay current on best practices in literacy education and adolescent development.

• School Community Involvement: Participate in chapel, advisory programs, service opportunities, and other school events. Contribute to a joyful, Christ-centered school culture that reflects the mission of The Christ School.