1. Review instructions left by the teacher prior to beginning class to familiarize oneself with the lesson plan and to ensure that all necessary materials are present in the classroom.

2. Follow directions left by the teacher for conducting the class, seeking out other teachers or the Head of Grammar School, School of Logic or School of Rhetoric to answer any questions as needed.

3. Ensure understanding of the class schedule so that students are released on time for their next class.

4. Keep proper discipline in the classroom and on the school premises for a good teaching environment.

5. Know and be able to implement the procedures for dealing with emergency situations and participate in fire, lock down and other emergency drills according to Veritas safety protocol while on campus.

6. Seek to build rapport and establish relationships with Veritas teachers while on campus.

Required Personal Qualities

1. Have received Jesus Christ as his/her personal Savior and believe that the Bible is God’s Word and standard for faith and daily living.

2. Be in whole-hearted agreement with Veritas Academy’s Statements on Faith, Life, and Conduct.

3. Be a Christian role model in attitude, speech, and action toward others (Luke 6:40). This includes being committed to God’s biblical standards for sexual conduct.

4. Be a Christian who is, and will remain during the period of employment, an active member of a Christ-centered church, growing in his/her Christian relationship with God, and actively practicing and exhibiting Christian principles of the Christian faith.

5. Be spiritually mature and consistently maintain a daily devotional and prayer life.

6. Recognize the role of parents as primarily responsible before God for their children’s education and be prepared to assist them in that task.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Basic understanding of classical, Christian, University-Model education.

2. Effective written and verbal communication skills, both one-on-one and in front of a group.

3. Excellent problem solving skills and ability to quickly develop solutions when issues arise.

4. Strong organizational skills and ability to manage time well.

Required Education and Experience

1. High school diploma

Preferred Education and Experience:

1. Bachelor’s degree

2. 1+ years teaching experience

Physical Demands

1. Take CPR and first aid training at least every other year, maintain certification, and be willing and able to render such aid when necessary.

2. Perform child restraint as necessary.

The purpose of this job description is to describe the basic function, major responsibilities/tasks, and essential functions of each job so that employees can better know what is expected of them. The descriptions also provide information useful for recruiting, training, and performance appraisal. This document does not create an employment contract, nor does it modify the at-will employment status of any employee. This job description is not meant to inhibit employee creativity or innovation. It may be revised when deemed necessary.

Veritas Academy has a racially nondiscriminatory employment policy. Veritas Academy does not discriminate against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, or national or ethnic origin.