Substitute K-8 Teacher

The position is responsible for helping to provide a safe and developmentally appropriate Christian educational program in accordance with all Red Hill Lutheran Church and School policies and procedures. Under direction of classroom teachers, assist and instruct pupils in a combination of academic, social, behavioral, and other related skill areas; Perform a variety of complex and responsible duties in providing information and assistance to students, staff, parents, and the public by using RHLS systems and processes.

Position Requirements:

Spiritual:

Affirms that, as part of the qualifications for this position, he/she is a Christian who knows the Lord Jesus Christ as Savior. (John 3:3, 1 Peter 1:23).

Gives testimony that teaching and/or working with children is a calling, and that working in this Christian school is God's direction.

Manifests by precept and example the highest Christian virtue and personal decorum, serving as a Christian role model (1 Timothy 4: 12)

Accepts without verbal or mental reservations the Statement of Faith, the Philosophy of Education, and Mission Statement of this school and church and is committed to upholding them.

Education/Experience (Preferred):

Possession of a Baccalaureate or higher degree. Preference for educational related degrees with emphasis in elementary education, instructional technology, a subject matter field commonly taught in the primary/elementary grades, or closely related field areas.

Preferred experience serving within a full time elementary classroom.

preferred skills:

Knowledge of:

Principles, theories, methods, techniques, and strategies pertaining to teaching and instruction of primary/elementary grade pupils; child growth and development and behavior characteristics of the primary/elementary grade child; educational curriculum and instructional goals and objectives, and the educational trends and research findings pertaining to childhood educational programming; behavior management and behavior shaping strategies, techniques and methods, and conflict resolution procedures; socio-economic and cultural background differences of the general school population.

Ability to:

Delivery of a comprehensive teaching and instruction program for students in a K-8 classroom; provide effective learning experiences for pupils from a wide range of socio-economic and cultural backgrounds and with varying mental, social, and emotional levels; with direction from the teacher, effectively assess the Christian educational needs of students; which may include assisting in the implementation of sound individualized educational plans; providing an attractive, inviting, and stimulating learning environment; comply with the school’s customer service standards, as outlined in school policy.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

1. At the direction of the teachers, instruct the students in reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art, and health in a classroom setting.
2. As asked, utilize a variety of other materials in lesson plans.
3. Pursue a variety of methodology in assisting in the teaching and instruction of students, including instruction, demonstration, lecture, activity participation, and using specialized educational equipment, materials, and aids.
4. Instruct the students in Christian citizenship and other subject matter specified by school mission, vision, philosophy, and statement of faith.
5. Utilize a variety of instructional materials appropriate for the instructional level of students within a wide range of mental, physical, and emotional maturity.
6. Provide individual and group instruction designed to enhance the students’ mental, social, and emotional growth.
7. Establish and maintain appropriate standards of student behaviour, utilizing a variety of behaviour management strategies and techniques, including behaviour modification, reinforcement and other positive behaviour shaping processes.
8. Assist in the preparation, administration, scoring, and recording results of a variety of criterion referenced and standardized tests in evaluating student progress.
9. Assist the teacher in creating, and maintaining an effective learning environment through the utilization of functional and aesthetically attractive displays, exhibits, bulletin boards, interest, learning, and activity centers.
10. Assist in the maintenance of a suitable room environment through the proper control of heating, lighting, and ventilation.
11. Perform non-instructional duties, including student supervision, and advisory and consultation activities with the teacher(s).

Core Skills:

Following directions from classroom teacher(s)

Exhibit Christian Living/Christian Role Model

Excellent Written and Spoken Communication

Customer Service/Professionalism

Focused on Personal Professional Development

Computer:

• Google Mail, Calendar
• FACTS - School Information Software Management system
• Microsoft Suite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher