HS Theology Teacher
The High School teacher creates and maintains an effective learning environment for his/her students. The teacher knows, assimilates, and fully practices the ideals, principles, and teaching methodology of the school. The teacher carries out his work professionally and with a spirit of initiative, creating an environment of confidence and respect. The High School teacher fosters a love for the truth, and a love for learning, and works to effectively carry out the mission of forming Christian servant leaders.
Education: Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Secondary Education or subject taught (Master’s preferred)
Professional License/Certification in Education Preferred
Specific Responsibilities
The specific responsibilities of the High School Teacher include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Plan and carry out lessons in subject taught
• Select and use a variety of learning resources and technology to effectively reach all students
• Implement differentiated instruction techniques to meet the diverse needs of students
• Develop and maintain curriculum map and submit all lesson plans to department chair as directed
• Assess students to evaluate their abilities, strengths, and weaknesses
• Assess student work and give timely and appropriate feedback;
• Communicate areas of student concern to parents in a timely manner
• Maintain regular and professional communication with parents concerning student academic progress
• Communicate areas of concern to department chair in a timely manner
• Teach students as an entire class or in small groups
• Communicate with parents about students’ progress
• Work with individual students to challenge them, to improve their abilities, and to work on their weaknesses
• Prepare students for standardized tests required by the state
• Develop and enforce classroom rules
• Maintain an effective and formative classroom environment according to school guidelines using appropriate classroom management techniques
• Monitor environment to ensure that it remains clean, safe, and in good condition
• Supervise students outside of the classroom—for example, at lunchtime or during detention
• Assist in the preparation and coordination of school celebrations, activities, academic contests, and formation programs
• Work directly with department chair and high school administration to implement a positive school culture and carry out the mission of forming Christian servant leaders
• Effectively carry out assigned extra duties
• Maintain a professional demeanor at all times with students
To perform other duties as assigned by the Department Chair, the Vice Principal or the Principal of the High School.
