Secondary Social Studies (6-12 grade)

Teachers at FIA facilitate students’ spiritual, academic, emotional and physical growth

FIA is seeking a trained teacher for social studies grades 6-8. Courses include world studies, Greek/Roman and medieval history, and American history.

Qualifications:

• Possess a love for Christ and for students.
• Have a vital, growing relationship with Christ.
• Are a regular member of their local church.
• Agree wholeheartedly to the FIA Statement of Faith.
• Hold or pursuing appropriate professional credential, certification, and degree.
• Teaching experience appropriate to assignment.

Essential Functions:

Academic

• Teach classes and courses as assigned following FIA adopted curriculum
• Plan using unit/semester/quarterly plans and objectives.
• Plan a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students, challenging each to his/her potential.
• Utilize best practices teaching techniques to achieve curriculum goals within the framework of the philosophy.
• Assess the learning of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
• Integrate Biblical principles and a Christian philosophy of education throughout the curriculum and activities.

Professional

• Keep proper discipline in the classroom and on the school premises for a good learning environment.
• Maintain a clean, attractive, well-ordered classroom.
• Cooperate with administration in implementing policies and procedures governing the school.
• Inform the administration in a timely manner if unable to fulfill any duty assigned.  Prepare adequate information and materials for a substitute teacher.
• Prioritize FIA responsibilities above outside ministry commitments.
• Be on time and present on campus from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm on school or inservice days.
• Respond to correspondence in a timely manner.
• Know and comply with the school practices as stated in the faculty handbook and student-parent handbook.
• Manage and update data on school software    (T: drive and Curriculum Trak online) in a timely manner.
• Work within the supervision, evaluation and professional development framework to maintain an attitude of professional growth and lifelong learning.
• Attend and participate in assigned meetings, curriculum and professional development and accreditation work.
• Attend and participate in scheduled in-service, retreats, committee, faculty, and Parent Teacher meetings.

Spiritual

• Demonstrate Christ-like role model to students and their parents.
• Motivate students to accept God's gift of salvation and help them grow in their faith through their witness and Christian role modeling.

Interpersonal

• Recognize the need for good public relations.  Represent the school in a favorable and professional manner to the school's constituency and the general public.
• Develop and maintain rapport with students, parents, and staff by treating them with friendliness, dignity, and consideration.
• Follow Christian principles in dealing with conflict with students, parents, staff, and administration.
• Seek the counsel of the administrator, colleagues, and parents while maintaining a teachable attitude.

Supplemental Functions:

• Supervise extracurricular activities, organizations, and outings as assigned.
• Utilize educational opportunities and evaluation processes for professional growth.
• Provide input and constructive recommendations for administrative and managerial functions in the school.
• Perform any other duties as agreed upon with the Executive Team.