High School Teacher

Maranatha High School; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (HMO/PPO)

Dental (PPO)

Vision

403(b) Retirement Plan

Long Term Disability

Life and AD&D

Job summary

Maranatha High School in Pasadena, CA is seeking an experienced teacher to deliver instruction, facilitate learning, and assess student achievement. The teacher is a central figure in student success and will follow duties set by School Administration.

The role emphasizes a Christ-centered approach and adherence to school standards. The position requires collaboration with colleagues, administration, and families, with responsibilities spanning academic support, classroom management, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in the subject area or related field is required.
• Master’s degree and/or teaching Credential are preferred, but not required.
• Experience in a Christian school setting is a plus.
• Strong communication and organizational abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assess student achievement and mastery of content.
• Create lesson plans and course syllabus.
• Facilitate a positive and productive learning environment.
• Provide instruction of applicable course content.
• Provide substantial opportunities for student achievement.
• Responsible for student grading/evaluation within deadlines.
• Communicate effectively with parents about student progress.
• Maintain curriculum guides for courses assigned.

Skills

Adaptability & multitasking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Technology literacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in subject area

Master’s degree or teaching credential (preferred)

Tools

Turnitin

Albert.io

G Suite

eTextbooks

myMHS

iTunes

Job description

JOB DETAILS

• Level: Experienced
• Location: Maranatha High School - Pasadena, CA 91105
• Position Type: Exempt
• Education Level: 4 Year Degree
• Salary Range: $65,000 - $85,000 per year
• Travel Percentage: 0-20%
• Job Shift: 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
• Job Category: Education

POSITION SUMMARY

The teacher is the primary person in the classroom to present instruction of course content, facilitate learning opportunities and assess student participation and achievement. Teachers are a critical component of the success of Maranatha High School and each individual student, and are expected to comply with the job duties and expectations set forth below or as assigned by School Administration from time to time.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

General responsibilities include the following duties and expectations. Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.

Academic Support

• Assess student achievement and mastery of content.
• Create lesson plans and course syllabus.
• Facilitate a positive and productive learning environment.
• Provide instruction of applicable course content.
• Provide substantial opportunities for student achievement.
• Responsible for student grading/evaluation within timeline and deadlines set by Administration.
• Update and maintain curriculum guides for all courses assigned.
• Communicate effectively and regularly with parents or guardians about student progress.
• Respond to email in a timely manner and be available for regular conference periods to assist parents and students as needed.

Administrative Support

• Adhere to MHS policies, procedures, and guidelines; as well as applicable industry and employment regulations.
• Attend all required meetings announced by the Senior Administrator over your department.
• Assume other responsibilities as assigned from time to time, including, but not limited to, supervision of traffic flow/parking areas, student breaks/lunches, extra-curricular functions, Chapel/assemblies and general enforcement of campus standards, as assigned by Academic Dean or designee.
• Comply with any duty, obligation, requirement or directive given to Employee by Administration.
• Maintain a positive, collaborative, cooperative, helpful attitude and a team spirit.
• Participate on committees and panels as directed.
• Respect confidentiality of all personal and organizational information.

Community Engagement

• Be an example of Christian maturity to students, families and colleagues.
• Be fully committed to Maranatha’s mission of providing a quality college preparatory education in an intentional Christ-honoring community of faith, belief and practice.
• Able to affirm through exhibiting personal and professional support of the School’s Mission, Statement of Faith and Lifestyle Statement.
• Attend Faculty/Staff Orientation days, all Professional Development days and school training sessions, scheduled events/meetings involving employee’s department, all Admissions events, including, but not limited to: Open House, Closer Look, The Mission 20XX Event, Back-To-School Nights, Graduation, and Baccalaureate and other staff or school functions as assigned.
• Collaborate, interact and work well with others.
• Employees must attend church services in accordance with the MHS Statement of Faith and Lifestyle Statement, and are encouraged to be active in their local churches in addition to regular church attendance.

QUALIFICATIONS

Job-Related Qualifications and Standards

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Adapt to changing work priorities and multi-task, working with frequent interruptions, while meeting deadlines and schedules.
• Problem-solve to identify issues and create action plans.
• Work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of varied types and/or purposes; and utilize specific, job-related equipment.
• Maintain consistently-updated professional development, knowledge and ability to apply the concepts required and skills necessary for the teacher’s assigned courses.
• Operate standard classroom equipment; prepare and maintain accurate records; and use pertinent software applications (e.g. myMHS, eTextbooks, iTunes, and education Apps: Turnitin, Albert.io, G Suite).
• Perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills as requested or directed in order to meet changing job conditions.
• Reasonable care, maintenance and operation of classroom and workroom technology and equipment, to include copy machines, computers, DVD player, television equipment, iPad, etc.
• Work as part of a team in a manner designed to foster collaboration and cooperation.
• Work with detailed personal or administrative information/data, while maintaining confidentiality.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in the subject area or a related field is required.
• Master’s degree and/or teaching Credential are preferred, but not required.

Certifications

• Academic Administrators and Teachers must have a current ACSI Administrator or Teacher Certificate or obtain one by the end of your second year of service. Certification must remain current thereafter throughout your employment.

Work Experience

• High school teaching experience is preferred.
• Experience working in a Christian school setting is a plus.

Language Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to clearly, professionally and effectively respond to questions from staff, students and parents.

Work Environment

• The work environment is indoors in a comfortable temperature-controlled classroom environment and is typically free from dust and hazardous materials.

Mental Demands

• Ability to perform well under pressure, while treating others with respect and consideration.
• Ability to maintain a level of professionalism and calm when others are behaving inappropriately.
• Accept responsibility for own actions; follow through on commitments.
• Ability to deal with frequent changes or delays.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion; problem solving.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to continuously remain in a stationary position 67-100% of the time.
• Frequently move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Occasionally position self to move boxes and items weighing up to 20 pounds for various needs.

BENEFITS

• Medical (HMO or PPO)
• Dental (PPO)
• Vision
• 403(b)(7) Retirement Plan with company match
• Employer paid Long Term Disability
• Employer paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Holidays/School Closure Days
• Reduced lunch prices
• Free covered parking
• Credit Union Membership
• Employee Perks Discount Program

This description is designed to cover or contain a general listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the Teacher. Other duties or requirements may apply. This job description may be updated or amended at the discretion of Administration from time to time.