Christian Lower School Teacher — Inspire Young Learners

SECOND BAPTIST SCHOOL; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Second Baptist School seeks a Lower School Teacher to plan, organize and implement a primary classroom instructional program aligned with biblical principles and faith. The role reports to the Head of Lower School and operates within a ten-month calendar.

The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree, state teaching certification, a strong Christian commitment, and excellent communication and organizational skills to support student learning and school initiatives.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution; a master’s degree in education is preferred.
• State certification in teaching in the appropriate subject area.
• A strong Christian testimony and a calling to serve as a positive Christian role model to our students.
• A heart to provide exceptional customer service to all members of the community.
• A desire to build relationships and promote a culture reflective of the school’s mission, passion and core values.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• A desire to lead and support all school-wide initiatives.
• The ability to demonstrate a strong track record of excellence in work habits.
• Strong content knowledge in early childhood education and/or specific content such as literacy or math.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.
• Develop schemes of work, lesson plans and tests in accordance with established procedures.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
• Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
• Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of Second Baptist School.
• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of student progress and development.
• Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by school administration.
• Actively participate in school departmental and parent meetings.
• Observe and evaluate student performance and development to provide appropriate feedback and prepare required reports on students and activities.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities to students, colleagues and parents.
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.
• Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments, as appropriate by grade level.
• Obtain information for parents when requested, promptly return phone calls and answer emails.
• Participate in appropriate professional activities.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Strong Christian testimony

Communication skills

Technology proficiency

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in education (preferred)

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Second Baptist School seeks a Lower School Teacher to plan, organize and implement a primary classroom instructional program aligned with biblical principles and faith. The role reports to the Head of Lower School and operates within a ten-month calendar.

The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree, state teaching certification, a strong Christian commitment, and excellent communication and organizational skills to support student learning and school initiatives.