High School English Teacher

Job Requirements

Primary Job Responsibilities

1. Actively engage as a member of the school’s spiritual community by attending morning prayers and other school events and functions, as directed by the Building Principal
2. Demonstrate knowledge of subject area(s) taught
3. Demonstrate a knowledge of students as learners and maintain appropriate relationships with students, including when addressing their social-emotional health.
4. Prepare appropriate weekly lesson plans that include, minimally, the following: instructional objectives, planned teaching and modeling, formative assessments (guided practice), and supplemental resources.
5. Regularly review/update department and course curriculum maps to assure the fulfillment of proper instructional priorities and pacing
6. Utilize appropriate assessment techniques to inform and evaluate student learning and progress
7. Implement effective classroom management and discipline procedures to provide a safe, healthy, and productive learning environment conducive to learning
8. Update all student and school records accurately and completely as required
9. Model effective teacher/parental partnering through timely (24 hours) and proactive communication
10. Keep the building principal informed of serious student issues
11. Implement Christ-centered teaching through pedagogical practices that develop students in alignment with Holland Christian Schools’ Discipleship Practices and Cultural Values
12. Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the direct supervisor, which may include, but are not limited to, the following: before-school and after-school student supervision, Family-Flex supervision, school-day class trip attendance, class retreat participation, lunch time supervision, etc.

Education Requirements

Qualifications:

1. Personal relationship with Jesus Christ and committed to Christ-centered education.
2. Regular worshiping member of a Bible-believing Christian church
3. Education: Bachelor’s degree (required); Master’s degree or higher (preferred)
4. Certifications: Active Michigan teaching certificate in corresponding content area
5. Loyal to and supportive of the Holland Christian Schools mission