Junior Academy Lead Teacher 2026-2027 School Year

Job Description

Job Description

Junior Academy Lead Teacher

Monday - Friday

Qualifications

The candidate shall possess characteristics that reflect:
  • A strong clear Christian testimony with a mature and godly spirit
  • A daily example of the highest Christian virtue both in and out of school
  • Commitment to faithful attendance and support of a church whose beliefs are in agreement with the Statement of Faith for Christian Academy School System
  • Agreement and belief that The Bible is the final authority concerning truth, morality, and the proper conduct of mankind

Accountabilities / Responsibilities

  • Provide spiritual leadership to the students entrusted to his/her care
  • Prepare lesson plans and teach the curriculum provided by the school
  • Use instructional materials and methods which are consistent with the school's educational and Biblical philosophy
  • Create a classroom environment conducive to learning
  • Seek to communicate clearly, accurately and often with stakeholders, both written and oral
  • Use Matthew 18 principle when needing to share concerns
  • Attend and participate in scheduled meetings as required
  • Take advantage of opportunities to grow professionally
  • Keep anecdotal records of unusual events in the life of a child
  • Maintain good working relationships with other faculty
  • Maintain working hours assigned by the Junior Academy Director
  • Follow all school policies
  • Accept teaching position assigned by the Junior Academy Director and any extra duties
  • Attend and participate in the Annual Orientation, Annual Open House, programs, and other events sponsored by the Junior Academy

Requirements

  • CDA, Associates Degree in Early Childhood Educations, or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education preferred but not required
  • Experience leading a classroom and lesson planning experience preferred

The candidate shall prior to start date provide/successfully complete the following:

TB Test
CPR & First Aid Training
Criminal Records Check