Grammar Latin Teacher (3rd thru 5th Grade)

THE ACADEMY OF CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN STUDIES

JOB DESCRIPTION - POSITION OF TEACHER  

Although not fully comprehensive, the list below gives a general description of the basic tasks a teacher normally will be required to perform and will be evaluated upon. Teachers serve as a role model to students. In addition, it is expected that the teacher will comply with all applicable school policies, guidelines, and code of conduct expectations outlined in the Employee Handbook. This job description is to be used in cooperation with the specific blueprint and educational strategies/goals for each grade level. Tasks include:

Classroom Management

• Set up simple, manageable class routines to accomplish basic tasks, such as homework collection, materials storage and distribution, etc.
• Enforce classroom and school discipline policies to provide an orderly atmosphere of mutual respect.
• Be prepared to apply consistently both the letter and spirit of the school rules, training children to joyfully obey them.
• Ensure that students should understand what is expected of them and display an acceptable degree of self-discipline.

Planning and Communication

• Create weekly lesson plans that are clearly written and turned in on time each week.
• Make good and wise use of approved curriculum guide and blueprint while skillfully moving students toward mastering learning objectives.
• Prepare necessary materials for a substitute teacher.
• Weekly and quarterly plans should reflect creativity and a good use of class time.
• Maintain communication with “specials” teachers (art, music, language, etc.) and express to students that these subjects are equal in importance to the other subjects they study.
• Communicate well and often with parents; providing friendly and constructive updates/feedback that expresses empathy, partnership and respect in written and verbal communication. Encourage parental involvement in the classroom or for school activities when appropriate.

Learning Environment

• Maintain a neat, organized, clean and stimulating classroom environment for students, which should be decorated in an age-appropriate aesthetic that utilizes the whole space.

Lesson Presentation

• Be thoroughly informed and knowledgeable about the subjects assigned to teach, and reflect interest in each subject, using mimetic instruction consistently and appropriately.
• Articulate a Biblical worldview and apply biblical truth to relevant situations, thereby communicating the relevance of God to all areas of knowledge; teaches subjects in manner consistent with biblical narrative of redemption.
• Uses classical teaching methods appropriate to students’ age.
• Encourage students to see how all subjects are interrelated, as parts of God’s integrated universe.
• Memorize all bible verses, chronologies, jingles, songs, chants, catechism answers, etc. required of the students (this may be done over a reasonable amount of time).
• Use clear language, appropriate vocabulary, and correct grammar and spelling in all lesson presentations.
• Employ a variety of teaching methods consistent with the relevant stage of the Trivium including but not limited to comprehension checks; rephrasing of concepts by students; inductive questioning; recitations, chants, songs, acronyms, summaries, reviews; and illustrations, applications, and demonstrations.
• Utilize the objectives, materials, priorities, and methods prescribed in the curriculum guide.

Student Learning

• Enable students to grow by providing classroom opportunities for prayer, worship, fellowship, and teaching of God’s Word.
• Take reasonable measures in stimulating and maintaining the students’ interest in the material while recognizing and reasonably compensating for needs of individual students.
• Work with the Student Educational Support Team regarding any students with formal educational support plans.
• Confirm that students are making reasonable progress toward curriculum objectives.
• Measure students’ progress using a variety of formal and informal means, including quizzes, tests, and proficiency exams, games, drills, and contests, etc.

Physical Requirements

• Able to sit, talk, hear and maintain awareness of visitors to the classroom.
• Able to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Able to stand for extended periods of time as needed.
• Able to work at desk and on a computer for extended periods of time as needed.
• Able to turn, bend, reach and occasionally use a ladder if needed.