High School English Teacher Details

High School English Teacher

Brentwood Christian School - Austin, TX

Employment Type : Full-Time

Secondary English Teacher (9-12)
Brentwood Christian School

REPORTS TO: Principal
CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time; Exempt; School Year

SUMMARY: Support the school in its stated mission to nurture students in a Christ-
centered academic environment that emphasizes excellence and inspires students to
develop their individual God-given talents for lives of Christian leadership and service.
The teacher will meet and exceed appropriate state and national standards for the
subject and grade level.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop and implement informative and engaging lesson plans that fulfill the
requirements of the school’s curriculum program and reflect differentiation in
student learning styles and abilities

Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities,
materials and technology to engage students and increase understanding of the
subject matter

Integrate Biblical Christian perspective into curriculum and instruction while
continuously serving as an example and positive role model for students

Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for
spiritual, physical and social development of students

Conduct ongoing assessment of student progress including formative and
summative data. Work with parents to improve student progress and address
disciplinary issues.

Work cooperatively with vertical team teachers to determine instructional goals,
objectives and methods for student achievement.

Support and promote the mission and core beliefs of BCS

Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must have a Bachelor’s degree in education or subject related field

Must have a valid teacher certification or ability to obtain within one year of hire.

Prefer 1-3 years teaching experience in the specific subject matter

Must be an active member of a Church of Christ congregation

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

Strong interpersonal skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and various educational software programs

Excellent planning, attention to detail and organizational skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
Must be able to sit/stand for extended periods of time