1st Grade Teacher

ROLE SUMMARY

Empower urban children to excel academically, physically, spiritually, and socially.

Supervisor: SFCA Assistant Administrator

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Classroom Instruction
• Create and maintain a safe, welcoming, and positive classroom environment to encourage learning
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles
• Create student intervention plans when necessary for students with additional needs
• Complete all grading, and progress reports, and conduct parent conferences in a timely manner
• Record accurate and detailed documentation of student achievement and progress
• Plan and supervise assignments for teacher aides and volunteers
• Classroom Management
• Work with other teachers and administrators to address and resolve student issues
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student progress through formal and informal testing
• Manage student behavior in accordance with Biblical principles and student handbook
• Maintain regular communication with students and parents for academic/behavior progress
• School Operations
• Participate in weekly faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required
• Participate in student recruiting sessions and other efforts requiring teacher representation
• Attend educational conferences and training workshops for professional development
• Abide by all state and federal mandates in reporting sexual or physical abuse and neglect
• Uphold the school's student management policies such as attendance, dress code, etc.
• Assist in student events such as Orientation, Back to School BBQ, Talent Show, etc

QUALIFICATIONS

• Maintain professional relations and show patience with parents, teachers, and other staff
• Refrain from criticism of teachers and fellow staff members
• Supervise the classroom if the teacher is unexpectedly pulled away for short periods of time
• Attend class field trips and help with transportation of students to and from the field trip site
• Follow established procedures and guidelines as found in the SFCI and SFCA handbooks
• First aid/CPR trained (training may occur post-hire)
• Fingerprint and background check
• 4-year bachelor's degree required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Occasionally lift or move up to 30 pounds. Frequently required to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.

SCHEDULE

• Part-time, non-exempt
• Minimum 3 days per week, scheduled days of week will vary
• Wednesday night prayer/community groups
• Occasional night, weekend, and holiday hours
• All SFCI outreaches