Lower School Teacher

Job Title:

Lower School Teacher

Reports to:

Building Level Principal

FLSA Status:
Exempt, Salaried

Employment Status:
Full-time, 40 hours

Education Level: Bachelor's Degree

Position Overview:

To serve Christ and His Kingdom by cultivating a nurturing, grace-filled environment where every child is cherished as an image-bearer and faithfully guided toward academic and spiritual flourishing. In partnership with parents and colleagues, this role seeks to honor the unique design of each child, infusing a biblical worldview into every aspect of teaching and school community, to inspire curiosity and a love of God.

Ultimately, the teacher works to equip children to love God and their neighbors, preparing them to lead and serve as peacemakers and caretakers who represent Christ with distinction in their home, church, society, and culture.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Academic Instruction

Honor the unique design of every child by tailoring instruction to meet diverse learning styles and abilities, ensuring each child feels seen, valued, and loved.

Engage the whole child by utilizing instructional strategies and materials that demonstrate deep care for their individual developmental needs.

Faithfully guide children toward understanding learning objectives, utilizing multiple instructional resources and creative problem solving for differentiation.

Celebrate and monitor each child's growth through thoughtful ongoing assessment, valuing both the process and the outcome of their learning journey.

Cultivate a nurturing classroom atmosphere that fosters spiritual, physical, and social flourishing alongside academic excellence.

Infuse a biblical worldview into every subject, helping children recognize Christ's truth and biblical teaching across the entire curriculum.

Design integrated learning experiences that help children discover the connected nature of God's creation and knowledge.

Steward the classroom environment with order and purpose to create a peaceful space where effective learning can thrive.

Leverage technology as a tool to enhance the discovery process and strengthen the educational experience for the child.

Christian Discipleship

Cherish every child as an image-bearer of God, affirming their immeasurable worth independent of their academic performance.

Radiate enthusiasm and warmth when engaging with and speaking about children, modeling the joy of the Lord.

Love each child individually and fairly, meeting them with specific care that honors their unique needs and God-given design.

Embody Christ-like character in attitude, speech, and action, serving as a living example to the community.

Draw deeply from Scripture, applying biblical wisdom to subject areas to help the child see God's hand in all truth.

Act as a peacemaker by navigating conflict with children, colleagues, and the community using biblical wisdom and restoration.

Nurture a community of love where mutual respect thrives and every child feels safe and valued.

Shepherd children toward Christ-centered character, guiding them into responsible behavior through loving accountability.

Encourage a spirit of service and collaboration where children support, encourage, and learn from one another.

Respond to challenges with consistency and care, utilizing grace-filled discipleship to correct and guide the child when behavior misses the mark.

Christian Community

Cultivate a spirit of service by actively encouraging and assisting fellow teachers and support staff, modeling a true community of grace.

Invest in the lives of children beyond the classroom walls, building deeper relationships through co-curricular activities and shared experiences.

Engage deeply with the school family, celebrating the children's gifts and achievements by attending special events and activities whenever possible.

Partner with parents through prayer and meaningful opportunities to serve.

General Responsibilities

Foster transparent and gracious communication with both the child and their parents, working together as partners to address academic or behavioral needs with wisdom and care.

Embrace a collaborative spirit within the grade-level team, sharing burdens, resources, and joys to…