All Grades English Teacher

Job Summary:

The ESI faculty is made up of Christian teachers who believe that teaching is God’s calling and are dedicated to the task of training students to the utmost of their ability. ESI desires those who join our family feel called to teach, but also to work in ministry to expand the Kingdom of God. To fulfill this role specifically in our school ministry, a Christ-centered English teacher is needed. The ideal candidate will prayerfully help students learn attitudes, skills, and subject matter specific to the assigned grade level that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible Christians to the praise and glory of God. This role involves teaching no more than 20 students (enrollment dependent) during school hours and following the school calendar. There will also be collaboration with the Principal, Director of Student Services and the Middle and High school staff. Curriculum and resources will be provided by the school, and greater support in these areas provided by Impact Christian Schools (ICS). All teachers are expected to complete the required training and professional development, which is also provided by ESI and ICS. We also desire that all teachers reflect the purpose of the school and participate in the culture of the school, which is to honor Christ in every class and every activity and is implemented by the following details of this job.

Spiritual Expectations:

Have received Jesus Christ as his/her personal Savior

Believe that the Bible is God’s word and standard for faith and daily living

Be in agreement with ESI’s Statement of Faith and ESI’s Christian Philosophy of Education*

Strive to be a Christian role model in attitude, speech, and action towards others; seek to continually cultivate your own spiritual growth

Have established a church home in the area, which has a Statement of Faith in significant agreement with ESI’s Statement of Faith and remains faithful in service and attendance.

Minimum Qualifications:

Have a strong grasp of the essence of Christian education

Must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Have excellent written and verbal communication

Show evidence of Christian maturity and a strong grasp of the essence of Christian education

Have a love of children and heart to serve others

Demonstrates the character qualities of enthusiasm, courtesy, flexibility, gratitude, kindness, self-control, perseverance, and timeliness

Meet everyday stress with prayerful consideration, emotional stability, objectivity, and optimism

Maintain a professional demeanor and appearance

Respectfully submit and be loyal to authority

Refuse to use or circulate confidential information inappropriately; avoid gossip and practice biblical conflict resolution (Matthew 18)

Core Functions

Integrate a biblical worldview into daily classroom life, and lead students to a realization of their self-worth in Christ

Teach the provided curriculum to students in an age-appropriate manner for Reading, Language/Phonics, Literature and Writing

Maintain control of students in a respectful and responsible manner at all times

Maintain weekly communication with parents regarding classroom news

Work with parents, as needed, to ensure students academic and spiritual success

Maintain student grades and gradebook in FACTS/SIS

Create and submit lesson plans to the Principal

Essential Functions

Keep required ACSI and/or State of Wisconsin certifications current

Keep all required training current

Plan in class activities, or class field trips to help support and amplify student learning

Work with the ESI Admin team to address additional support in learning

Be aware of all school safety standards and plans

Follow procedures and expectations as set in the ESI Employee Handbook

Maintain confidentiality of sensitive school matters and information

Develop a Professional Learning Plan (PLP) each school year, which includes measurable spiritual and teaching/professional goals

English Teacher Responsibilities:

Reading all prescribed novels, poetry, and additional resources to gain a thorough understanding of them before developing lesson plans and curricula.

Preparing students for formal and informal assessments.

Grading tests, pop quizzes, assignments, exams, and other assessments, and communicating with parents, students, teachers, and counselors regarding under-performance and other concerns.

Organizing guest speakers, literary events, and field trips.

Keeping abreast of current events and incorporating these events and themes into lessons to make them more relevant to students.

Ensuring all curriculum, school, and state requirements are met.

Assessing student needs and providing support or extra resources to struggling students as well as exceptional achievers.

Using technology to improve lesson delivery and record keeping.

Expanding teacher networks and participating in workshops, lectures, and other learning opportunities.

Possible Classes:

Literature

Creative Writing

English Grammar

Speech

Supplemental Functions

Supervise extracurricular activities, organizations, and outings

Perform assigned duties according to the Before and After School Schedule

Utilize education opportunities and evaluation processes for professional growth and development

Provide input and constructive feedback for administrative and managerial functions in the school

Support the broader program of the school by attending the required extracurricular activities

Perform any other duties assigned by the Principal

Mission and Values:

The mission of Eagle School International (ESI) is to pursue Christ through academic excellence to empower a new generation. Train up a child in the way that he should go and when he is old he will not depart from it (Proverbs 22:6)

ESI achieves this mission through our twelve core values:

1. Life in Jesus and we speak life—speak truth, honoring in speech, mindful of the Lord listening.

2. Respect for everyone and from everyone—gracious words and actions of encouragement.

3. Jesus as the example in education, conduct, and behavior—to be like Christ is the goal.

4. Treating others the way we want to be treated—this is the golden rule.

5. The presence of the Holy Spirit everywhere in Eagle School International— always mindful of the presence of the Lord.

6. Integrity in school and outside of school—a consistent Christian testimony for staff and students.

7. Eagle as a place of safety and security—honor toward all, even in differences.

8. Serving with gratitude in our hearts—modeling and teaching a servant heart.

9. Easily teachable and correctable—speaking the truth in love and responding in love.

10. A culture of the rich love of the Lord toward one another—we always look for the way of love.

11. The authority of the family in the lives of the children—over the state or the school or the church.

12. Every student growing into the whole measure of the fullness of Christ— teaching, training, imparting, mentoring, releasing.

*The ESI Statement of Faith and ESI Christian Philosophy of Education can be found on the career opportunities page of our website www.EagleSchoolRC.org. Copies can also be requested from our school office at any time.

If you have any further questions, please contact us at 608-647-6742.