Lower Level Instructor, J Frank White Academy

Lincoln Memorial University; Tennessee; On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Memorial University in Harrogate, Tennessee, invites applications for a Lower Level Instructor at the J. Frank White Academy.

The position focuses on teaching language courses, with Spanish preferred, and opportunities to contribute to the academy's mission within LMU's educational framework. Requirements include elementary certification and a degree in the subject taught, plus ongoing professional education; Tennessee certification or permit is required.

Qualifications

• Elementary certification required; degree in subject area taught and 12 hours of professional education courses.
• Six hours of coursework every five years.
• Tennessee certification in area of specialization or appropriate permit/interim license.

Responsibilities

• Teach classes assigned by the Principal.
• Develop and distribute a course syllabus for each class.
• Teach within the framework of the Academy mission and syllabus.
• Establish course objectives and align lesson plans with standards.
• Evaluate students and submit grades.
• Participate in faculty committees and events.
• Sponsor at least one student organization.

Skills

Language teaching

Collaborative work

Education

Elementary certification

Degree in subject area

Professional education hours

Tennessee certification/permit

Job description

Lower Level Instructor, J Frank White Academy

Position Title Lower Level Instructor, J Frank White Academy

Department

Department JFWA

Position Category

Position Category Faculty

Job Description

The primary responsibility of the instructional faculty member is to teach assigned courses in accordance with the mission and standards of the J. Frank White Academy. *Currently filling a position and seeking an individual qualified in teaching language(s), Spanish preferred, but qualified applicants in French, German, and/or Latin will be considered.

Required Qualifications

Elementary certification required; degree in subject area taught as well as 12 hours of professional education courses and six hours of coursework every five years taught; and *Tennessee certification in area of specialization or appropriate permit/interim license.

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands

Campus

Campus Harrogate

Job Duty

• promote the mission of the J. Frank White Academy and Lincoln Memorial University to all faculty, staff, students and to the community at large
• *promote effective working relationships among faculty, staff and students
• participate on University committees
• teach classes assigned by the Principal
• develop and distribute a course syllabus for each class assigned, and present copies to students, parents and the Principal
• teach each class within the framework of the mission of the Academy, the University, and the syllabus as presented
• establish course objectives for each course taught and create lesson plans aligned with Tennessee standards for the grade and content area taught
• assist in revision of curriculum as assigned
• evaluate enrolled students and submit grades in a timely fashion
• participate in the evaluation process and utilize the results to improve teaching effectiveness
• participate in events that support the institution, the faculty, staff and students
• assist at Academy basketball games, parent nights, open houses, preview nights, commencement, fundraisers and other duties as assigned
• advise one Academy organization
• update knowledge and skills
• leave materials/plans for substitute teachers
• maintain compliance with Southern Association of Colleges and Schools/AdvancED requirements for faculty members
• comply with the Academy Faculty Handbook and the LMU Employee Handbook
• provide 180 days of instruction plus five full days of in-service
• *attend monthly faculty meetings
• participate on faculty committees as assigned
• *sponsor at least one student organization (including after school or evening work associated with this sponsorship)
• work athletic events and open house events during the year
• perform other duties as assigned
• complete required institutional and program accreditation reports and other reports necessary for the operation and advancement of the University and the J. Frank White Academy.

About the Institution

Lincoln Memorial University is a values-based learning community dedicated to providing educational experiences in the liberal arts and professional studies. The main campus is located in Harrogate, Tennessee. For more information about employment opportunities, contact the Office of Human Resources at 423-869-7112 or [e-mail] .

AA/EEO Statement

Lincoln Memorial University is an Equal Opportunity education institution. Lincoln Memorial University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in all University programs and activities.

The University will conduct criminal background checks on all employees. Background checks may include but are not limited to confirmation of the individual’s identity, credit information, motor vehicle driving record, review of an individual’s criminal conviction record (if any), verification of any license, and certificate or degree required for the position.

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