Middle/High School Humanities

Trinity Academy Portland is seeking a passionate and dedicated full-time Middle/High School Humanities teacher for the 2026-27 academic year. Our ideal candidate demonstrates a love for God, a love for children, a love for teaching, and a passion for learning. 

Trinity Academy is an independent, ecumenical Christian school located in Portland, Oregon serving students in grades 6-12. Trinity Academy follows a rigorous classically-inspired curriculum designed to encourage the discovery of truth, the practice of goodness, and the creation of beauty. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Instructional Programs: Plan and implement instructional programs and activities aligned with the school's goals.
• Community Growth: Contribute to the growth of Trinity Academy’s community of learners.
• Philosophy: Believe that all students can know truth, create beauty, and practice goodness.
• Inspiration: Inspire and direct students with a sense of wonder and depth of inquiry.
• Professional Growth: Strive for continued improvement and professional growth within our community of learners.
• Communication: Confer with parents, Head of School, and other staff regarding student progress.
• Quality and Professionalism: Perform tasks with attention to quality, detail, timeliness, and professionalism.
• Policies and Standards: Respect and uphold school policies and standards.

INSTRUCTION/CURRICULUM

• Training and Seminars: Participate in training, seminars, and other meetings.
• Curriculum: Work with Master Teacher to learn the curriculum and methodology of assigned courses.
• Planning: Plan long-term and short-term instructional objectives.
• Teaching Strategies: Use a variety of appropriate teaching strategies, materials, and modes to accommodate different learning styles. Incorporate interventions and accommodations as necessary.
• Classroom Management: Demonstrate sound professional teaching and classroom management skills.
• Safe Environment: Maintain an appropriate and safe learning environment.

TEACHER/STUDENT RELATIONSHIPS

• Love for God and Learning: Display genuine love for God, scripture, and learning.
• Curriculum Delivery: Deliver Trinity Academy’s curriculum effectively.
• Discipline: Maintain discipline and good order in the classroom.
• Feedback: Provide timely and adequate feedback on students' work.
• Achievement Encouragement: Encourage students to strive for high achievement and become agents of their own education.
• Orientation: Assist with student orientation and its implementation.

TEACHER/PARENT RELATIONSHIPS

• Feedback: Provide frequent and effective feedback to parents concerning learning goals.
• Communication: Initiate and maintain communication with parents, viewing them as primary teachers.
• Commitment: Express a commitment to teaching and nurturing their child.
• Issues: Communicate with parents about academic or disciplinary issues.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degrees preferred.
• Experience: Teaching experience preferred.
• Subject Mastery: Demonstrated ability to teach well and mastery of subject matters.
• Christian Faith: Credible profession of personal Christian faith and Godly character.
• Church Attendance: Regular attendance at a local church whose beliefs are consistent with the Nicene Creed.
• Teaching Gift: Demonstrated gift of teaching and a high calling to work with youth.
• Self-Educator: Commitment to being a lifetime learner.
• Communication Skills: Well-spoken with excellent grammar, diction, and vocabulary.
• Mission Alignment: Understanding of and agreement with Trinity Academy’s mission, philosophy, and pedagogy.
• Emotional Stability: Maturity and emotional stability.
• Heart for Students: Strong desire to see students learn well, know God, and love God.