Description
Job Description - Faculty - Upper School Bible
Position Objective:
To serve as a minister of the gospel, and to instill a love for language, an understanding of
the applicable Bible content, and a love for God, in the hearts and minds of students at
Westminster
Values:
As ministers of the gospel of Jesus Christ, and representatives of WSOM and OMPC, all
employees must wholeheartedly agree with and strive to live their lives in accordance with
our Statement of Faith, mission, values, and all policies (see employee handbook).
Key Results Areas: A successful Upper School Bible Teacher:
● Creatively prepares daily lessons according to Westminster’s assigned course
objectives and annual scope and sequence for the given subject
● Writes weekly lesson plans that outline lesson objective, content, student
engagement strategies, and effective student assessment
● Actively engages students in daily course content instilling a love for the subject and
a love for learning through a wide range of learning experiences
● Actively instructs students toward content mastery, and when content mastery is not
achieved, works to help students grasp key concepts
● Monitors student progress through intentional and well thought out assignments,
and tests seeking to measure mastery of learning targets
● Grades and returns student work and tests in a timely fashion
● Positively participates with Westminster faculty to promote teamwork and
professional development
● Builds student relationships inside and outside of the classroom
● Actively participates in the Westminster House activities as able
● Nurtures and supports students in their growing faith, knowledge of the Bible, and
relationship with Christ and others
● Keeps parents routinely informed of student progress, and when necessary, student
discipline, through formal and informal communications
● Performs other related duties as assigned
● Act as a minister of the gospel to all students and parents of Westminster
Supervision:
● Bible Faculty report directly to the Upper School Head
Classification:
● All teaching staff at Westminster are considered faculty positions (see staff manual
for details) and are an exempt employee
Education and Experience:
● Bachelor’s degree in education or related field
Required skills, abilities, and physical qualifications:
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills (especially with students)
● Excellent interpersonal skills and organizational skills
● Proven ability to teach and relate well with middle school and high school students
● Degree with emphasis in classical languages or applicable work experience required
● Bachelor's degree required, masters preferred
● Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
Notice of Nondiscriminatory Policy as to Applicant's: Westminster School at Oak Mountain does not discriminate on
the basis of race, color, or national origin. As a ministry of Oak Mountain Presbyterian Church, we can and do
discriminate on the basis of religion, gender, sexual orientation, and gender identity.
