6th Grade Teacher - Woodland Park Campus - Colorado Springs Christian Schools

Join our vibrant team as a Full Time 6th Grade Teacher at our Woodland Park Campus! This position offers the unique opportunity to inspire young minds in a fun, energetic environment where innovation thrives. Located in the beautiful Woodland Park area, you'll engage with the community and foster a Christ-centered learning atmosphere while encouraging excellence and integrity.

With a salary ranging from $30,300 to $37,500 per year, you'll be recognized for your commitment to guiding students through their academic journeys. Onsite collaboration with forward-thinking colleagues promotes professional growth and the sharing of creative ideas. As a team member you'll be able to enjoy benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 403b Retirement Plan, Staff Tuition Discounts, Paid Sick Time, and school scheduled breaks and holidays. Don't miss the chance to be a part of a team that values problem-solving and prioritizes student safety as we shape the leaders of tomorrow!

Colorado Springs Christian Schools: Our Story

Founded in 1971, Colorado Springs Christian Schools (CSCS) is one of Colorado's leading Christian educational schools for grades K-12. CSCS is a private, non-denominational school accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA CASI). CSCS exists to provide an excellent education from a Christ-centered, biblical perspective for lifelong service.

Day to day as a 6th Grade Teacher - Woodland Park Campus

As a Full Time 6th Grade Teacher at our Woodland Park Campus, you can expect a dynamic and engaging day filled with opportunities to impact students' lives. Each school day will begin with morning preparations, setting the tone for an invigorating learning environment. You'll develop and deliver innovative lesson plans that inspire curiosity and foster critical thinking. Collaboration is key-participate in weekly team meetings to strategize engaging curriculum initiatives. Throughout the day, you will conduct hands-on activities, assess student progress, and provide individualized support to ensure every child thrives.

With a focus on integrity and safety, you will also handle classroom management duties. Your schedule will align with the school year, typically from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday, allowing for a structured environment while still encouraging creativity and fun in teaching. Expect to engage regularly with parents and the community to enhance student experiences and promote a positive learning culture.

What you need to be successful

To thrive as a Full Time 6th Grade Teacher at our Woodland Park Campus, several key skills and qualifications are essential. A profound understanding of Christian education and the ability to effectively integrate biblical truths throughout academic teachings are crucial. Experience with biblical curriculum will enhance your teaching approach as you guide students toward achieving established curriculum goals. You must employ a diverse range of instructional and technological strategies to cater to various learning styles while utilizing current technology and hands-on activities.

Strong organizational skills are needed for lesson planning, classroom management, and accurately maintaining records, including attendance and grades. Effective communication is vital for building positive relationships with students and families, as well as collaborating with fellow staff members. Additionally, a commitment to upholding our organizational standards, alongside evidence of spiritual maturity, will support the whole-child educational experience. A willingness to participate in after-school activities and field trips is also important for fostering a supportive school community.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

• Effectively integrate biblical truths throughout all academic teachings
• Knowledge and experience instructing biblical curriculum
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of established curriculum goals
• Employ a variety of instructional and technological techniques and strategies to meet different aptitudes and interests of students; utilizes current technology and variable modalities including hands-on demonstrations and activities
• Knowledge of and desire to use relevant and emerging technologies in the classroom
• Prepares appropriately for classes and shows written evidence of preparation, including lesson plans
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning; includes appropriate code of conduct policy
• Monitor and assesses academic progress; communicates with parents and administrators regarding the progress and potential of students
• Ability and desire to lead small peer groups of middle school students as a spiritual and relational mentor
• Organize and participate in field trips as appropriate
• Maintains accurate, complete, and up-to-date records, including attendance and grades
• Commits and fully supports the missional and organizational standards including our Core Values, Mission Statement, Statement of Faith and Christian Beliefs, and Doctrinal Statement
• Additional Qualifications, Skills and Responsibilities*
• Evidence of spiritual maturity and strong grasp of Christian education; ability to demonstrate true biblical integration through the subject area through effective communication
• Build healthy, effective relationships with students and families to support and enforce the biblical, whole-child educational experience
• Understanding of curriculum and demonstrated ability to integrate subjects into interdisciplinary units as appropriate
• Participate in curriculum and staff development training
• Participate in before / after school activities as requested by Administrator
• Work well with other teachers, support staff, and administrators
• Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the school day as well as an occasional evening activity as assigned
• Maintains a safe and orderly classroom to promote an inviting place for students to learn and to inhibit relational aggression
• Is competent with tests, assessments, and the use of data in making educational decisions
• Supervise teacher aides and volunteers as assigned

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