Elementary Education Teacher

Chapelgate Christian Academy is seeking a full-time Elementary Education Teacher for the 2026-27 school year. 

Primary Purpose: To serve as an educator who loves to share knowledge in a way that motivates students in kindergarten through fifth grade to learn through the lens of a Christian worldview while challenging students to think about the world from a biblical perspective. To offer an intellectually stimulating, creative and inclusive environment for the elementary aged student while giving teachers the freedom they need to innovate and prepare students for today’s world.

Qualifications: Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from an accredited college or university Willingness to obtain ACSI certification Regular attending member of evangelical church and credible relationship with Jesus Christ

Special Knowledge/Skills:

· Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills

· Able to work collaboratively and flexibly with others

· Able to learn and deliver curriculum to students

· Confident talking with young students in small and large groups

· Comfortable implementing school procedures and managing classrooms with diverse students

· Knowledgeable about progress indicators

· Patient, resourceful, consistent, and present

Experience: At least one year of teaching experience preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

· Plan and deliver lessons utilizing creative and engaging techniques that reach students

· Prepare academic materials, including homework assignments, weekly newsletters and instructional handouts

· Report to the Lower School Principal monthly regarding the effectiveness of concepts

· Facilitate classroom discussions and encourage the participation of all students

· Monitoring progress and adapting lesson plans to meet students’ needs

· Assess individual strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities of each student, addressing issues as needed

· Maintain working knowledge of college standards and instill confidence in students’ capability to demonstrate knowledge gained during the school year

· Uphold clearly communicated rules and behavior expectations for a disciplined and inclusive classroom setting

· Communicate with parents when necessary regarding noteworthy achievements, academic challenges, special considerations or concerns you feel their child needs to succeed

· Recommend policies to improve program

· Accompany and supervise students on field trips

· Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities

· Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, Head of School, and teachers

· Maintain professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members

· Maintain confidentiality

· Other duties as assigned by Lower School Principal or Head of School