Middle School English Teacher

Summary Job Description

Covenant Day School is seeking a full-time, experienced middle school English teacher that serves students in sixth through eighth grade and is committed to fulfilling our mission within our community of students and families.  The role includes all aspects of teaching, classroom management, and student/parent interactions.  Reporting to the middle school principal, this salaried (exempt) role serves during the approximately ten-month academic school year.   Exact grade level and class assignments are to be determined as scheduling decisions are finalized for the new school year, and a likely schedule could include 6th grade English courses.

 At Covenant Day School, our vision is to transform hearts and minds for the glory of Jesus Christ.  We desire to carry out this vision as a unified and diverse covenant school community that seeks to love the Lord with heart, soul and mind, love our neighbor as ourselves and demonstrate the “more excellent way” that only comes though the gospel of Jesus Christ.  We are committed to welcoming one another, to striving to honor each other consistently, to walking in humility toward one another, and to examining the Scriptures with one another.

 Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Teach courses as assigned by selecting instructional resources based on class and individual student needs and in collaboration with other faculty.
• Regularly incorporate biblical integration and worldview naturally into teaching content.
• Collaborate with other faculty to promote cross-departmental learning and experiences.
• Be up-to-date with the latest learning platforms and comfortable using technology to support classroom learning.
• Develop lesson plans and communicate learning goals for various activities.
• Prepare classroom and other materials for activities.
• Observe student progress by assigning class work, tests, and assignments.
• Manage and guide student behavior. 
• Provide feedback to students and encourage them in their work and progress.
• Communicate with parents regarding student needs and progress.
• Participate in department and curriculum management activities and planning as appropriate.
• Take advantage of professional development opportunities and keep up-to-date with developments in appropriate subject areas.
• Have an attitude of Christian service and model Christian principles and behavior to students and colleagues.
• Serve as a homeroom teacher.
• Other duties as assigned by the middle school principal.

 Qualifications:

• Committed follower of Jesus Christ, reflecting a desire to serve Him and others in work and life. 
• Eager to serve in a Christian learning environment, modeling diligence, perseverance, resilience, patience, courage, and Christian discipleship.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred. Teaching experience preferred.
• An understanding of teaching with biblical worldview and integration.
• Ability to teach at all middle school levels.
• Positive attitude and a genuine love for and ability to connect with middle school aged youth.
• Passion for learning, strong classroom management skills, and a willingness to work collaboratively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to communicate effectively and professionally with students, parents, and faculty/staff.
• Ability to represent the school well to others and our community.
• Demonstrated ability to serve with initiative and pro-active approaches.
• Computer skills as applicable for effective teaching.
• Able to lift/move up to forty pounds when needed.
• Teaching license beneficial.