Middle School Science & STEM Teacher at VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS

Tempe, Arizona, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jun, 26

Salary

74043.0

Posted On

24 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Science, STEM, Teaching, Biblical Perspective, Student Engagement, Counseling, Mentoring, Best Practices, Curriculum Development, Record Keeping, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Microsoft Office Suite, Organization, Judgment, Discretion

Industry

Primary and Secondary Education

Description

Description We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced teacher to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching engaging Science and STEM to our Middle School students (7th grade Science and 5-6th STEM Elective courses). Job Summary: The Middle School Science & STEM teacher is one who displays a deep knowledge of Scripture and how it applies to the lives of students. This includes an ability to demonstrate a passion for ministering to students. The teacher must be a professing and maturing Christian enthusiastically supporting Valley Christian's Statement of Faith and mission statements. Role and Responsibilities: Display a deep knowledge of Science & STEM and teach it from a Biblical perspective Display the ability to connect Biblical truth to students lives Demonstrate a passion for ministering to students through teaching, counseling, encouragement, and mentoring Teach Science & STEM utilizing the best practices and following prescribed scope and sequence as scheduled by the Administrator/Principal Promote student engagement to inspire and encourage progress while supporting and strengthening the learning capabilities of each student Maintain a healthy learning environment for the students in the classroom by using appropriate enforcement of student behavior rules Maintain records by documenting learning accomplishments, attendance, incidents, and behavior in accordance with guidelines and policies Establish and adjust course syllabi outlines and objectives by following curriculum guidelines and school goals, modifying plans on the basis of student diagnostic and assessment procedures Attend professional development workshops provided by Valley Christian Schools Exercise open and respectful communication with students, families, co-workers, and supervisors Adheres to and honors Valley Christians standards, policies, procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook Performs other related assigned duties Requirements Qualifications and Skills: Have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ that is a consistent testimony among others Agree to uphold Valley Christian’s Mission & Beliefs which can be found at http://valleychristianaz.org/about/philosophy/ Faithfully attend and financially support a local church whose beliefs are in agreement with our school’s Mission & Beliefs. Bachelor's Degree in Education or a related field from an accredited college is required Attain ACSI Standard Certification within one year of employment Must have and maintain a valid level one IVP fingerprint card Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally Must have excellent interpersonal and customer service skills Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software Ability to multitask with organization Ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment and to react with discretion under varying conditions Preferred Skills and Knowledge: Master's Degree and 3+ years teaching experience Physical Requirements: Use a computer (visual and keyboarding) for long periods of time Able to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) 50% of the time Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds At times requires stooping, bending, turning, pushing, pulling, reaching and climbing stairs (2-story) Use of hands, fingers, arms to reach, grip and maneuver objects Must be able to respond quickly to sounds (fire/security alarms) Work in noisy and crowded school environment Able to work a flexible schedule including weekends and evenings when needed Frequent walking throughout the campus Must be able to travel in state between campuses, to vendors, and to related events Background Check Statement VCS conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. About Valley Christian Schools Valley Christian Schools offers students in Kindergarten through 12th Grade big school opportunities in a small school environment. Established in 1982, VCS provides 1100+ students a distinctly Christian education with excellent academics, championship athletics, award-winning fine arts and a supporting community that encourages spiritual growth and the success of our students in and out of the classroom across our two East Valley campuses. Valley Christian is ranked as one of the Top 50 Christian high schools in the U.S., the #1 Christian High School in Arizona, and as one of the Top 125 Places to Work in Arizona. For more information visit valleychristianaz.org. PLEASE NOTE: Subject to the Constitution of the United States and all applicable state and federal laws, Valley Christian Schools does not discriminate against applicants or students on the basis of race, color, and national or ethnic origin in its admissions or in the administration of its education policies, programs, or activities. In addition, subject to Subject to the Constitution of the United States and all applicable state and federal laws, Valley Christian Schools does not discriminate in its employment practices. Valley Christian Schools is a Christian education institution and, in compliance with Title VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964, reserves the right to give preference in employment based upon religion. It is our desire to build an employee community of individuals who are currently living out their Christian faith that agree with our Statement of Faith, beliefs, philosophy, and qualifications. If you are a dedicated and passionate teacher looking for a rewarding career, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!

Responsibilities

The teacher will be responsible for instructing engaging Science and STEM courses to Middle School students (7th grade Science and 5th-6th grade STEM Elective), integrating a deep knowledge of Scripture and demonstrating a passion for ministering to students. Key duties include utilizing best practices in teaching, promoting student engagement, maintaining a healthy learning environment, documenting student progress, and adhering to curriculum guidelines.