Hybrid Middle School Science and Math Teacher-FT

Job Title: Teacher Department: Middle School Reports to: Principal Classification: Full time; Exempt DEFINITION Under direction, to teach and instruct pupils in grades 6 through 8 in middle school academic subject matter, social behavioral, and other educational skill areas; to plan, develop, organize and conduct a comprehensive educational program for middle school level pupils; to assist middle school level pupils; to assist middle school level pupils in making appropriate life style adjustments, and in the determination of career and vocational choices and to do other related functions as required. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Teach and instruct in subject matter areas commonly found in a comprehensive middle school education program. • Utilize an adopted course of study, instructional program guidelines, and other materials in planning and developing lesson plans and teaching outlines. • Pursue a variety of methodology in teaching and instructing pupils, including lectures, demonstrations, discussions, and laboratory experiences. • Conduct teaching and instructional activities, using educational equipment, materials, books, and other learning aids. • Provides instruction in citizenship and other subject matter specified by legal mandate, school policy, and administrative regulations. • Plan, develop, and utilize a variety of instructional materials and aids appropriate to the intellectual and instructional level of pupils. • Review, analyze and evaluate the history, background and assessment of pupils in designing instructional programs to meet individual educational needs. • Individualize and adapt instruction to motivate pupils, and effectively utilize the time available for instructional activities. • Maintain appropriate standards of pupil behavior, using behavioral management strategies and techniques, including positive reinforcement and behavior shaping procedures. • Review, analyze, evaluate, and report pupil academic, social, and emotional growth. • Prepare, administer, score, record, and report the results of referenced tests, and administers, scores, records and reports the results of group standardized tests in evaluating pupil growth and progress. • Counsel, confer with and communicate with parents and school personnel regarding pupil progress, and in the interpretation of the educational program. • Cooperatively pursue alternative solutions to ameliorate pupil learning problems, and to enhance expanded academic, social and emotional growth opportunities. • Maintain an effective learning environment through the proper control of heating, lighting, and ventilation, and the utilization of exhibits, displays and independent study centers. • Select and requisition appropriate educational supplies, materials, books, equipment, and learning aids. • Perform a variety of non-instructional duties, including curriculum and instructional development activities, student supervision, and consultation activities. EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS ABILITY TO • Plan, organize, develop and conduct a comprehensive teaching and instruction program for pupils at the middle school level; • Effectively assess the instructional and educational needs of pupils, and design, develop, and implement sounds instructional and educational programs; • Provide a motivating and stimulating learning environment; • Perform research and development activities pertaining to curriculum and instructional programs and innovative and creative pilot projects designed to enhance pupil educational opportunities and experiences; • Follow safety procedures and written and verbal instructions; • Work effectively with staff, students, and public; • Make independent decisions; • Work autonomously; • Organize tasks, set priorities and meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks; • Demonstrate good judgment and good problem-solving skills; • Direct and instruct others; • Respond appropriately to evaluation and changes in the work setting. EDUCATION • Possession of a baccalaureate or higher degree with emphasis in an academic major or minor subject matter fields with the needed courses to meet credential requirements. CREDENTIAL • General Secondary, Standard Secondary with major or minor in the assigned area, or a Single Subject in the assigned area. General Elementary, General Jr. High, Standard Elementary, or Multiple Subjects. CLAD/BCLAD certification is desirable. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s function require the following physical demands: Walk, look downward, turn neck (up continuously), sit, bend (frequently), stand, stoop, squat, reach, push, pull, occasionally kneel and/or crawl. Climb (infrequently); grasp/manipulate materials & supplies (continuously); lift items to 10 pounds (frequently), carry to 10 pounds (occasionally), lift/carry to 40 pounds (infrequently), seeing, hearing and speaking continuous in class. EXPERIENCE • Previous teaching experience with middle-school age students preferred. QUALITIES • Exhibits a public and private, intimate, growing relationship with Jesus Christ. • Possesses a clear philosophy of passion for excellence in Christian Education and Linfield Christian School. • Fosters optimum employee/employer relationships. • Demonstrates integrity in leadership style and decision making. Apply tot his job