High School Bible Teacher

Jupiter Christian School

High School Bible Teacher

Job Description

Mission: Jupiter Christian School is committed to excellence in teaching the mind, reaching the heart, and inspiring servant leaders to impact the world for Jesus Christ.

Distinctives: Jupiter Christian School educates students in a Nurturing Community to Excel in life and Engage the world.

Job Summary: The Jupiter Christian School Teacher must be a spiritually sensitive individual who understands the mission and philosophy of Jupiter Christian School and is committed to help see it become a reality in the lives of our students by manifesting, by precept and example, the highest Christian virtue and personal decorum, serving as a Christian role model (I Timothy 4:12) both in and out of school (Luke 6:40), and as an example to parents and fellow employees in judgement, dignity, respect, and Christian living according to the Conditions of Employment outlined in the JCS Faculty Contract. The teacher must be a born again Christian with spiritual maturity in academic and leadership abilities that will enable him/her to teach God's truth. The ability to communicate well with various types of people, handle confidential information appropriately, maintain a courteous, professional, and respectful attitude and integrity in all situations are pre-requisites.

• General Description of Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Bible and biblically related subjects to students from 9 through 12 grades. In addition to general classes, may teach specific courses such as Worldview & Ethics, Life of Christ, and How to Study the Bible.

• Essential Job Requirements

• Teaches content and skills in Bible utilizing course of study adopted by Jupiter Christian School.
• Adapts Bible material and methods to develop relevant sequential assignments that guide and challenge students.
• Determines instructional materials designed to achieve instructional goals and behavioral objectives. Selects books and instructional aids appropriate to the interest and maturity level of students.
• Provides individual and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
• Develops standards for critical analysis through group discussions.
• Encourages students to think independently and to express original ideas.
• Evaluates each student's progress.
• Establishes and maintains with cooperation of the school administration standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive classroom environment.
• Requisitions books, instructional aids, and instructional supplies, and maintains required inventory records,
• Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs within the school
• Attend after school divisional meetings, all-school meetings, and/or parent conferences as scheduled by administration
• Attend division retreats (if applicable)
• Serve as coordinator or chaperone for R.E.A.C.H. Week activities (High School faculty)
• Attend select evening school activities (ie. Parent/Teacher Conferences)
• Provide guided practice before or after school (2 x's / week, High School faculty)

• Serve as an Advisory group leader and attend all training sessions (High School faculty).

• Qualifications

• Spiritual
• Must have a clear testimony of personal faith in Jesus Christ as Savior
• Please check the school's website ) regarding personal faith alignment to the JCS statement of Faith
• Must be able to demonstrate active membership and involvement in a local church
• Education
• Required: Bachelor's degree in Religious Studies, Biblical Education, or similar program
• Preferred: Masters from accredited seminary
• Experience
• Relevant and rich teaching experiences desired
• Ability to coach athletic teams or lead co-curricular activities is desired

All faculty members are expected to participate as either leaders or sponsors of at least one co-curricular activity.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42, $57,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Language:

• English (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Jupiter, FL Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Jupiter, FL 33458: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person