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Job Description
Work on Mission for the Flourishing of Urban Youth
Imagine a collaborative, uplifting work culture where your gifts directly contribute to the success of every student. Imagine a classroom that moves beyond worksheets—one filled with hands-on, real-world learning experiences. Now imagine yourself as a classroom teacher at Providence School of Arts.
When your extraordinary gifts unite with our innovative, gospel-centered educational model, just imagine the impact you could make.
Organization Description
Our Vision
To See Every Child Flourish.
That’s the dream that fuels us. We long to see a diverse student population—ethnically and socioeconomically—learning together. We desire for every child to discover their value and pursue their God-given purpose. Through the gospel of Jesus Christ, we seek reconciliation and restoration in our city, beginning with our children. In short, we long to see a city transformed.
What We Do
Providence School of Arts provides children access to a quality education and the performing arts. All programs offer scholarships, and tuition is income-based, ensuring accessibility regardless of background, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status.
Our school offers a holistic, gospel-centered education that includes:
- A rich academic curriculum
- Visual and performing arts instruction
- Individualized learning pathways
Our goal is simple and bold: that every student who walks through our doors will flourish.
Position Overview: Classroom Teacher
Classroom Teachers create a differentiated, engaging learning environment that supports the academic, social, and spiritual growth of each student in a multi-age classroom setting. Teachers build strong relationships with students, families, and staff while guiding student motivation and mastery of academic standards according to individual abilities.
Job Requirements
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver strong academic instruction aligned with school curriculum
- Integrate a Biblical worldview into classroom teaching
- Establish a positive, structured culture for learning
- Utilize effective teaching strategies and classroom management
- Design lesson plans aligned with curriculum frameworks
- Participate in professional development related to instruction and classroom practice
- Organize monthly field trips to support real-world learning connections
- Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness to student needs
- Build strong classroom culture and student rapport
- Maintain alignment with curricular goals and standards
- Support annual productions (e.g., costumes, sets, backstage assistance)
- Uphold and implement the school’s discipline policy
- Administer standardized assessments to track student progress
- Communicate professionally with students, parents, and colleagues
- Engage families through newsletters, events, and regular communication
- Collaborate with administrators and teaching teams
- Plan cross-curricular events and learning experiences
- Design culminating projects and student presentations
- Identify and support individual student needs in partnership with families and staff
- Supervise students during lunch, recess, and transitions
- Foster healthy peer relationships among students
Education Requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Elementary & Secondary: 5+ years experience working with children
- Secondary: Experience in the specified teaching area
- Missouri DESE Teaching Certification preferred (not required)
- Certification in Foundations and Frameworks (nice to have)
Professional Skills & Attributes
- Strong commitment to the school’s mission and philosophy
- Passion for working with children and youth
- Flexibility in accommodating individual learning needs
- Strong planning and organizational skills
- Ability to implement feedback and instructional strategies
- Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
- Creativity and resourcefulness
- Collaborative, team-oriented mindset