Upper School Science Teacher

Sandhills Classical Christian School is seeking a Science Teacher for our Logic & Rhetoric School (Grades 7-12).

Job Summary:

The Science Teacher is to support and lead in the calling to provide students an excellent classical education founded upon a biblical worldview. As such, any candidate should be able to ensure that:

• Students will be welcomed into an open and instructive classroom,
• Students will be taught using an excellent classical methodology, and 
• Will encourage and model a true Christ-like attitude in all things.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in education or other related field (Masters preferred)
• Experience with elementary and secondary instruction, preferably in a K-12 setting
• Extensive knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices in childhood education
• Ability to successfully engage students and foster physical, emotional, cognitive and social development
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with students, staff, and parents

Essential Job Functions:

• Teach established curriculum objectives according to assigned subject
• Plan daily activities and lessons using established scope and sequence that correspond with curriculum objectives that correspond to a daily class schedule
• Integrate Scripture throughout daily activities
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment
• Respond appropriately to crisis emergency situations that may occur
• Use appropriate behavior management and classroom discipline
• Help students comprehend classroom rules and follow classroom procedures
• Supervise upkeep of all educational equipment and materials in assigned classroom
• Establish consistent communication with parents to promote understanding of their child’s progress and encourage participation in school activities
• Distribute classroom newsletter (K-6th) once per week or monthly email communication (7th – 12th) as required
• Regular submission of lesson plans to the appropriate administrator
• Creating detailed, thorough lesson plans for Substitute Teacher including any Emergency lesson plans on file
• Attend monthly staff meetings, staff development, school programs, and other special events
• Supervise Assistant Teachers as needed
• Abide by the principles of Matthew 18 in addressing grievance