Lower School Classroom Teacher (Grades 3-5)

Position Description

The ideal candidate will be familiar with Classical Christian distinctives, having experience with or training in Classical teaching. Applicants must embody integrity and Christian virtue, demonstrating a personal relationship with Jesus.

The 3rd through 5th grade teacher provides classroom instruction to students across a variety of subjects with a strong emphasis on math and language arts, and guides students through the routines, procedures, classes, and tasks of the school day. This position requires an educator mature in their walk of faith who loves teaching and shepherding children. He or she will be a person who is personable, organized, and committed to providing a caring and engaging learning environment in which students’ hearts, minds, and souls are cultivated and nurtured.

Qualifications:
● Possess a mature faith in Jesus, displayed in godly conduct and firm in personal convictions
● Establish and maintain virtuous relationships with colleagues, students, and parents
● Lead students with clear and kind authority
● Support and promote the mission and vision of Lighthouse Christian Academy
● Demonstrate pedagogical and organizational competence
● Continue learning about the Classical Christian tradition and their own teaching field

Essential Functions:
● Plan and implement instruction for students across the school day
● Build rapport and relationship with students and parents
● Communicate with parents regarding the progress of the student academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually
● Use effective classroom management skills for implementing lessons, and setting and
maintaining clear expectations for behavior, participation, and progress in the class.
● Shepherd students’ hearts and minds by providing Biblical, gospel-filled instruction, correction, and encouragement
● Maintain an orderly classroom environment by implementing Love and Logic
● Monitor and evaluate students’ participation and progress and communicate that with parents through written report cards, emails, and conversations as needed
● Participate in faculty meetings and in the overall life and community of the school

Education:
A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Time Required:
Full time, ten months with standard school breaks during the school year