First Baptist Church Concord·Knoxville, Tennessee
The teacher is responsible for planning and delivering instructional activities in an elementary self-contained classroom from a biblical worldview. Key duties include maintaining classroom management, tracking student progress, and communicating regularly with parents and staff.
Position: Lower School Teacher
Reports to: Lower School Principal
Exempt, Contracted - 10month School Year
Teach students in an elementary self-contained classroom through a kingdom mindset and a biblical worldview. As a ministry of FBC the mission of CCS is to inspire students and families to follow Jesus.
Qualities + qualifications
Uphold Biblical priorities through a growing personal relationship with Jesus
Become an active member of FB Concord or be an active member of a local like-minded bible teaching church
Develop personal evangelism opportunities within & outside the church & school
Encompass the qualities and characteristics of Concord staff members as outlined in our Staff Values
Bachelor or higher degree in elementary education
Teaching Experience preferred
ACSI teacher certification – able to obtain upon hire
1stAid/CPR certification preferred – able to obtain upon hire
Plan, prepare and deliver traditional classroom and online instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences
Establish & maintain appropriate & effective classroom management procedures
Develop a rapport with students that motivates & fosters enthusiasm for learning
Creatively integrate technology in the classroom to enhance learning
Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve grade-level and school goals (ie: House system for 3rd/4th)
Provide appropriate feedback on student work in a prompt and timely manner
Maintain accurate & complete records of student progress & attendance in FACTS/SIS
Maintain up-to-date records in Curriculum Trak or approved program
Professionally communicate necessary information regularly to students, team members and parents regarding student progress and disciplinary matters
Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures
Work with Lower School Principal to ensure smooth running of the program
Work to ensure that confidentiality is maintained by faculty and staff as it pertains to student discipline, academic struggles or staff issues
Participate in other CCS events as assigned or requested by Principal or HOS
Typically, a 5-day work week in a classroom environment. Working with various socio-economic groups, ages and nationalities.
This position description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal job elements essential to the job.
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree or higher in elementary education and be committed to upholding biblical priorities. ACSI teacher certification and First Aid/CPR certification are preferred or must be obtainable upon hire.
Market context
In Tennessee, lower school teaching roles are commonly shaped by steady demand for educators who can support early literacy, classroom routines, and family communication. This role is competitive because it requires both an elementary education background and alignment with biblical priorities, with ACSI certification and First Aid/CPR preferred or obtainable after hire. Before applying, confirm your degree, certification path, and readiness to discuss how you would support the school’s faith-based mission; job requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time.
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