Christian School Teacher — Inspire Faith & Learning

Salisbury Christian School (General); Salisbury (MD); On-site; USD 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage with school contributions

Access to dental and vision plans

Paid time off

Tuition discounts for children

Job summary

A local educational institution in Salisbury, Maryland is seeking future teachers to fill positions as they become available. Candidates are expected to demonstrate a commitment to educational excellence and Christian values. This full-time role involves planning, organizing, and implementing instructional programs for students, fostering both academic and spiritual growth. The ideal applicants will have a Bachelor's degree and prior teaching experience, with opportunities for professional development through the school’s support.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years teaching experience preferred.
• Demonstrate ability to inspire learning and cultivate relationships.
• Model effective parent communication.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement instructional programs.
• Incorporate technology in lessons.
• Assess student progress regularly.

Skills

Knowledge of subject area

Inspirational teaching

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Master’s degree preferred

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Job Details

Job ID: 4954695
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Feb 25, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

We welcome your application for any future teaching positions which may become available at Salisbury Christian School!

JOB PURPOSE:
The qualified individual is committed to fulfilling our mission within our community of students and families. The role includes all aspects of planning, organizing, and implementing an appropriate instructional program in an elementary or secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students to fulfill their academic potential and promote positive spiritual development. Reporting to the Lower or Upper School Principal, this is a full-time position during the approximately ten-month academic school year.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:

• Demonstrate knowledge of subject area/s taught;
• Demonstrate knowledge of developmental characteristics of age group(s) taught;
• Effectively utilize the basic elements of instruction (i.e. presenting of information, questioning techniques, responding to learner input, arrangement of learning activities);
• Demonstrate ability to inspire learning and cultivate relationships with students;
• Prepare appropriate weekly lesson plans including instructional objectives, planned activities, Biblical integration, assessments, and resources;
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities to support proper differentiation of instruction;
• Utilize appropriate assessment techniques to inform and evaluate student learning and progress;
• Incorporate classroom technology in order to enhance instruction;
• Implement effective classroom management and discipline procedures to provide for a positive classroom environment conducive to learning;
• Regularly review/update department and course curriculum maps to assure the fulfillment of proper instructional priorities and pacing;
• Update all student and school records accurately and completely as required;
• Model effective teacher/parental partnering through timely and proactive communication with parents in support of student behavioral and academic success (posting of assignments, grades, conferencing, etc.);
• Assist with enlarging the vision and mission of Salisbury Christian School;
• Motivate students to accept God’s gift of salvation and help them grow in their faith through their witness and Christian role modeling;
• Lead students to a realization of their self-worth in Christ and assist them in making positive life choices;
• Integrate Biblical principles and the Christian philosophy of education throughout all activities;
• Keep the Administration adequately informed of serious student issues;
• Recognize the need for good public relations and represent the school in a favorable and professional manner to the school’s constituency and the general public;
• Develop and maintain rapport with students, parents, and staff by treating others with friendliness, dignity, and consideration;
• Follow the Matthew 18 principle in dealing with conflict with students, parents, staff, and Administration;
• Know the procedures for dealing with emergency situations.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:

• Supervise extracurricular activities, organizations, and outings as assigned;
• Utilize educational opportunities and evaluation processes for professional growth;
• Provide input and constructive recommendations for administrative and managerial functions in the school;
• Support the broader program of the school by attending extracurricular activities when possible;
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the Administration.

REQUIRED SPIRITUAL QUALITIES:

• Have received Jesus Christ as your personal Savior;
• Believe that the Bible is God’s Word and standard for faith and daily living;

• Be in whole-hearted agreement with Salisbury Christian School’s Foundational

• documents;

• Be a Christian role model in attitude, speech, and actions toward others including a

• commitment to God’s Biblical standards for sexual conduct (Luke 6:40);
• Be a member in good standing at an evangelical church that has a Statement of Faith in agreement with the SCS Statement of Faith;

• Show by example the importance of Scripture study and memorization, prayer,

• witnessing, and unity in the Body of Christ;
• Have the Spiritual maturity, academic ability, and personal leadership qualities to “train up a child in the way he should go.”

ESSENTIAL PERSONAL QUALITIES:

• Recognize the role of parents as primarily responsible before God for their children’s education and be prepared to assist them in that task;

• Demonstrate the qualities of enthusiasm, courtesy, flexibility, integrity, gratitude, kindness, self-control, perseverance, punctuality, organization, and professionalism;

• Meet everyday stress with emotional stability, objectivity, and optimism;

• Maintain a personal appearance that is a Christian role model of cleanliness, modesty,

  and agreement with school policy;

• Use acceptable English in written and oral communication;

• Speak with clear articulation;

• Respectfully submit and be loyal to constituted authority;

• Notify the administration of inability to support any policy;

• Refuse to use or circulate confidential information inappropriately;

• Place administrative ministry ahead of other jobs or volunteer activities;

• Make an effort to appreciate and understand the uniqueness of the community.

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Minimum of 3 years teaching experience preferred.

EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in area of instruction or a related area;
• Master’s degree preferred;
• Licensure by a state and/or regional accrediting agency preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work environment at SCS is one typically found in a school setting. Duties are typically performed in a setting commensurate with the teaching assignment. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. The physical demands of the position are ones typically found in a school setting. The employee must have the ability to:

• Sit and stand for extended periods of time;
• Lift and move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds;
• Frequently move about inside campus buildings and outside on the grounds;
• Exhibit manual dexterity to enter data into a computer;
• Possess close vision, distance vision, and depth perception;
• See and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids;
• Stand, reach, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl;
• Hear and understand speech at normal classroom levels;
• Speak in audible tones so as to be understood clearly in normal classrooms.

DISCLAIMER: Requirements stated herein are minimum levels of skill and/or abilities to qualify for the position. This document does not in any way create an express or implied contract of any kind, or change the nature of your at will employment. Salisbury Christian School has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment, and either the employee or the employer (SCS) may terminate employment at any time for any reason.

BENEFITS OFFERING SUMMARY:
Benefits are offered to full time employees (30+ hours per week) including:

• Medical coverage (three plan options, with a school contribution toward the employee’s premium and deductible)
• Access to dental and vision plans
• Life/Accidental Death insurance policy ($10,000) with a Voluntary Life option for additional coverage
• Traditional 410k and Roth plans with school contribution for participants (eligible for employees working over 1000 hours per year)
• Paid time off
• Tuition discounts for children and step-children enrolled at SCS (available for both part and full time employees)
• Master’s degree reimbursement

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $33,000 to $55,000 Per Year

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