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Teacher Exempt Employee

Dubuque Dream Center Academy
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The mission of Dubuque Dream Center Academy is to establish a non-denominational Urban Christian School that produces students who are disciples of Jesus Christ, have successful academic outcomes, and are prepared for college or career.

 

TITLE:                                                                                                                      High School CTE Teacher (Science & Math Endorsement)  Exempt Employee

 

REPORTS DIRECTLY TO:   Principal, Head of School

 

SUPERVISES:             School Connectors, classroom volunteers, students

 

EVALUATION:  Performance on the job will be evaluated by the Head of School, Lead Teacher, and designated Administrative Staff in terms of this job description.                                                                  

 

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic, visionary, and student-centered High School Career and Technical Education (CTE) Teacher with valid endorsements in Science and Math. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between academic theory and real-world application, designing and delivering hands-on curricula that prepare students for both post-secondary education and high-demand careers.

In this role, you will integrate rigorous scientific inquiry and mathematical concepts into technical pathways (such as Engineering, Health Sciences, Information Technology, or Advanced Manufacturing), ensuring students understand the practical utility of STEM disciplines.

 

MINISTRY PURPOSE:

This position is designed to fulfill the faith-based mission statement, philosophy, and purpose of Dubuque Dream Center Academy through the diligent, excellent fulfillment of assigned essential requirements and essential responsibilities.  

 

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

  1. In order to fulfill the mission of the school, it is important that this position follow all school policies, procedures, and philosophies, located in the employee handbook and other sources, both written and verbal.
  2. Wholeheartedly agree to and fulfill the school’s statement of faith and Christian code of conduct.
  3. Demonstrate success as a teacher and hold a current teaching license.
  4. Skills in collaboration, cooperation, research, planning, flexibility, and innovation.
  5. Ability to effectively work and communicate with students, parents, administrators, faculty, and staff.
  6. Ability to show leadership with students, parents, administrators, faculty, and staff.
  7. Understand, articulate, and exemplify teaching and learning from a Christian perspective and knowledge and cultural competency of the demographic served by the DDCA.
  8. Understand, support, and fulfill the mission of the school as a member of the school team.
  9. Demonstrate a love of teaching, learning, and serving others.
  10. Demonstrate effective listening, teaching strategies, curricular knowledge, assessment abilities, teamwork, and a positive, teachable attitude and spirit.
  11. Demonstrate a calm demeanor in stressful situations.
  12. Maintain confidentiality.

 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: 
 

  1. Provide a caring, friendly, respectful, well-kept, well-managed, safe, structured, nurturing, and Christian learning atmosphere that is conducive to academic, faith, and Christian character growth for all students.
  2. Embrace all student strengths and weaknesses.
  3. Provide distinctively Christian instruction, curriculum, and assessment following principles in the DDCA school purpose, philosophy, measurable outcomes, and school policies and procedures.
  4. Prepare daily lesson plans in alignment with subject area standards and benchmarks.  Be accountable for teaching the approved curriculum.  Accept and maintain responsibility for all student curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
  5. Use student data in order to effectively alter/adjust instruction, curricular tools, and assessment methods.
  6. Keep accurate and complete records for each student.
  7. Be responsible for classroom discipline and student management that aligns with the school behavior expectations.
  8. Advocate for students and keep a “students first” focus.
  9. Fulfill all policies, procedures, and professional obligations outlined in handbooks and in written and oral instructions from the principal or head of school.
  10. Recognize all students, parents, and colleagues as image bearers of God and maintain an attitude of constructive cooperation, praying for and supporting all members of the school community through various means.
  11. Provide leadership both inside and outside the classroom.
  12. Develop and maintain positive relationships with students, administrators, colleagues, parents, and school supporters.
  13. Grow in professional knowledge of students, faith development, Christian education, curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
  14. Partner with parents in the education of their child.  Communicate regularly related to student progress, concerns, joys, or other topics.
  15. Be a champion and advocate of the school and Christian education.  Speak and act positively on behalf of the school and all school employees.
  16. Participate actively and positively in all faculty meetings, professional development, parent/teacher conferences, school events, workdays, data team meetings, team assignments, and other opportunities, as assigned by the principal or head of school.
  17. Communicate regularly with school faculty, staff, and administrators, maintaining an effective educational team.  Willingly partner with others in the education of students.
  18. Perform recess duty, lunchroom supervision, hallway supervision, and other duties regularly and consistently.
  19. Provide direction, support, and materials for School Connectors who assist in student learning, with the teacher remaining responsible and evaluating student progress during and following instruction.
  20. Contribute to the pursuit of school-wide goals.
  21. Manage all aspects of the classroom, including displays, materials, and cleanliness.
  22. Other duties as appropriate and assigned.

 

The Dubuque Dream Center Academy offers market value and competitive teaching salaries, reflecting our commitment to excellence in education. The following benefits are also available to our full-time teachers:

  • CSI  403(b) Retirement Savings Plan - 9% match on 6% employee contribution.
  • Excellent Health, dental and vision plans
  • Supportive community of faculty, staff, and parents
  • ALL teachers have experienced mentors to guide and support them.
  • Weekly training/mentoring programs for all staff
  • Free school meals
  • The ability to integrate your faith into your work.

 

Applications for this position must be submitted online at: dreamacademydbq.org

 - Fill out the "Employment Application." 

 - When you click on the website, move your curser to "Giving + Serving" 

 - Then click on "Employment Application," to find the application.

 

To learn more about The Dubuque Dream Center Academy, visit us online at: dreamacademydbq.org