Elementary School Teacher

POSITION SUMMARY: Plan and provide instruction from a Biblical worldview in the areas of language arts, math, science, social studies and Bible

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

Key Results Area #1 Develop quality instruction to enhance student learning

• Teach assigned subjects, adjusting tools and strategies to meet the needs of the learners
• Plan large and small group instruction
• Collaborate with grade level teachers in the planning of activities and instruction
• Plan and implement classroom management procedures that clearly define expectations and build a positive classroom community
• Model effective oral and written communication

Key Results Area #2 Support the mission of BJA

• Participate in activities related to the school
• Maintain student academic grades and attendance
• Fulfill various supervisory duties
• Attend BJA faculty meetings
• Communicate the religious beliefs of BJU to students and student affiliates
• Answer questions concerning faith, doctrine, and creed of BJU to constituents, students, or those inquiring about BJU
• Maintain professional appearance and presentation

Key Results Area #3 Partner with parents to support student growth

• Communicate with parents and administration regarding student progress
• Monitor students in the areas of academics, behavior, social skills and growth and development and remediate as needed
• Communicate grades on a timely basis through the Student Management System
• Resolve parental concerns in a timely and gracious manner

Key Results Area #4 Maintain a professional growth mindset

• Attend school-wide professional development days
• Attend conferences in academic field
• Participate in Professional Learning Communities

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Understanding of elementary level students and teaching
• Excellent communication skills
• Organizational abilities and problem-solving skills
• Enjoys working with children

An applicant for a position in the Bob Jones University group — Bob Jones University, Bob Jones Academy or BJU Press — must be a born-again Christian who has a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Each applicant must agree with and affirm the Bob Jones University creed, mission (see https://www.bju.edu/about/creed-mission.php) and core biblical doctrines regarding areas such as the Bible, the triune God, man and salvation, etc. Employees are expected to maintain a conservative lifestyle and support the group’s positions on issues such as beverage alcohol and addictive substances, creation, marriage and human sexuality and the sanctity of life, etc., (https://www.bju.edu/about/positions.php). Employees are to be active members of a local Bible-believing church which holds orthodox theology. Whether in the classroom, online, through student activities, or through the preparation of educational materials for Christian schools and homeschool families, applicants must be committed to providing students an excellent, world-class education from a biblical worldview that prepares them for a lifetime of service for Jesus Christ.

Required Education: Bachelors