Elementary School Teacher

Seeking teachers for a small Christian school in San Luis Obispo County, CA serving approximately 170 students. Positions to be filled are elementary. Characteristics: patient, adaptable, and passionate about instilling a love of learning in children. Christian faith and willingness to support Christian education. Responsibilities: Educate students utilizing childhood development concepts, theories, and practices. The teacher should be able to identify students’ academic strengths, weaknesses, and learning styles. These insights should help plan a general and targeted curriculum to prepare students for success. Teacher should be willing to regularly communicate with parents and work with staff in a collaborative manner. This would be in a self-contained classroom for elementary.

• Work with school and church leadership, and other staff to implement the mission of the school and create a Christ-centered community of learners;
• Prepare and grade coursework and assignments, manage classrooms and implement school procedures;
• Work with school leaders and administrators to initiate policies, stay current with schoolwide learning goals and standards, follow and implement school scope and sequence in all subjects, and other curriculum-development materials, including textbooks, in accordance with school and national standards;
• Meet one-on-one with students to improve performance and address behavioral issues that may arise;
• Communicate with parents and guardians regarding student progress and needs, including facilitating conferences;
• Model and reinforce positive social behaviors such as hanging up coats, talking respectfully with others, sharing, and cleaning up after themselves.

Credential Requirements Teaching credential preferred, minimum degree in teacher education or related field of study. Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Two (2) - Three (3) References