Upper School ELA & Literature Teacher

Teach a balanced load of sections of Upper School ELA & Literature.

Reports to

• Upper
• School
• Principal
• Hours: Full time following the academic calendar

​ All teachers must agree to support all sections of the ECS Declaration of Faith, and must whole-heartedly affirm sections 1-5, 8-13, 21-23. Applicants will be asked to affirm both the ECS Declaration of Faith and the ECS Standards of Conduct for employees ​

Responsibilities

• Teach regularly scheduled classes as assigned on the master schedule.
• Be informed as to the academic, spiritual, and social development of each of their students.
• Employ those instructional aids, methods, and materials that will provide for creative and effective teaching including the consistent and effective use of technology.
• Ensure that adequate preparations have been made to accomplish objectives and meet the standards established for the classes assigned.
• Plan instruction methodically and consistently using daily lesson plans that align with the school’s curriculum and curriculum maps.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance and grades to meet the requests of the administration and one's own need for knowledge of student progress.
• Assign homework with purpose and intention to reinforce, review, and/or enrich lesson content.
• Attend and participate in scheduled faculty meetings, professional development, and parent-teacher meetings.
• Demonstrate strong classroom management that fosters a learning environment for all students and adheres to the school’s policies and procedures.
• Follow the school’s protocol for classroom discipline.
• Provide regular communication with the home via the telephone, email, and in-person meetings.
• Attend and/or participate in school activities Speak favorably of and publicly support the school, faculty, and school leadership.
• Carry out other duties as assigned by the school’s administration.
• May be asked to take on yearbook class responsibilities.

Requirements

Have a BS or BA, preferably in education Demonstrate evidence of personal faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord Have a pastoral reference from local church to verify regular attendance and active involvement Adhere to the mission statement, core values, Code of Conduct, and Statement of Faith of Emmanuel Christian School