Christian School Association of Greater Harrisburg
2nd Grade Teacher (Project Management)
Born-again believer in Jesus Christ, regular attendance at a Bible-believing and
preaching church that stands in agreement with the CSAGH Statement of
Faith
Agrees with Articles II, III and XII, section 1 of the Constitution of the
Christian School Association of Greater Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Possesses a clear philosophy, passion, and pursuit of excellence for Christian
Education and CSAGH's vision
Bachelor's Degree or higher in Education
State teaching certificate in specific content area
ACSI certification or ability to obtain ACSI certification
Demonstrates the aptitude for teaching a wide range of courses at the lower school level, including but not limited to Reading, Writing, Social Studies, Language Arts, Math, and Science
Self-motivated, energetic, organized, flexible individual who desires to relate, nurture, and minister to children
Must be a person of spiritual maturity with academic abilities and leadership qualities
Displays strong interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills, and
organizational skills
Fosters healthy relationships with students, parents, co-workers and administration
Willing to engage in professional development training as needed
High degree of skill with Microsoft Office Suite
Experience using student learning management system software (i.e. RenWeb, Capterra, Infinite Campus, etc.)
Current Pennsylvania Department of Education employment clearances: FBI Fingerprint/ Act 114 Federal Criminal Background Check, Act 151 State Child Abuse Background Report, Act 34 PA State Police Background Clearance
Duties and Responsibilities:
Integrate biblical principles and the Christian philosophy of education throughout the curriculum and activities.
Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning
Prepare, administer, and grade tests, classwork, homework and projects to evaluate students' performance
Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks
Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction
Maintain a positive classroom environment
Possess classroom management skills
Observe and evaluate student's performance and development
Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies.
Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of communicating expectations; student's achievements; developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment
Maintain accurate attendance and gradebook records
Abilities:
Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information
Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; able to read and interpret written information
Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently and sets goals and objectives
Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality and monitors own work to ensure quality
Meets professional teacher education requirements of school, district and state
Other Duties:
Encourage parent and community involvement, obtain information for parents when requested, promptly return phone calls and answer emails
Participate in appropriate professional activities
Participate in extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting events, clubs and student organizations
Other duties as assigned by supervisor
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is required to stand; sit; walk; use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access files, office machinery etc.; constantly operates a computer and other office machinery such as a copy machine; this person frequently communicates with students, parents and employees and needs to exchange accurate information. This employee will need to occasionally ascend and descend stairs.