Elementary Teacher
Company: CALVARY CHAPEL OF COSTA MESA
Location: Santa Ana
Posted on: May 15, 2022
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Job Description:
Job DetailsJob LocationCalvary Schools - Santa Ana, CAPosition
TypeFull TimeJob CategoryEducationRECEIVING APPLICATIONS TO REVIEW
AS OPENINGS BECOME AVAILABLECalvary Chapel Costa Mesa (CCCM) is a
Christ-centered ministry, led by the Holy Spirit. The ministry
began with the church located in Costa Mesa, CA and has flourished
and expanded into a multifaceted ministry which includes Christian
Schools, Christian Conference Centers, a Bible College, a School of
Worship, Christian Radio Stations, Christian radio programs,
Christian book distribution, and Christian bookstores.Calvary
Chapel Schools was established to meet the educational, social, and
spiritual needs of the children of Calvary Chapel of Costa Mesa,
pastored by Pastor Brian Brodersen. CCS is a ministry of CCCM,
building up Christian leaders in mind, body, and soul through
Biblical truth, character development, and strong academic
pursuits, enabling students to serve and enjoy Christ and their
community.Learn more at: https://www.calvaryschools.org and click
here to see a video about our schools.Click here for the Teacher
Salary Matrix and click here for our 20/21 school profile.Position
Purpose / SummaryTeachers are responsible to plan, organize and
implement a robust instructional program in an elementary or
secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students
to develop and fulfill their academic and spiritual potential. Work
is performed under the supervision of the administration. The ideal
candidate will be a minister of the Gospel in this position and
will have a strong relationship with Jesus Christ.They will be an
example to the staff, students, and parents.Responsibilities /
Duties / Functions / TasksEssential functions of the job may
include but are not limited to the following:Agree with and live
out the vision and values of CCCM as outlined in the Statement of
Faith (www.cccm.com).Be an example to those with whom you come in
contact and with whom you serve by exuding the love of
Christ.Understand that it is a privilege to serve the Lord in
vocational ministry and that those who serve God on staff at CCCM
are expected to embrace a high biblical, Christ-like standard of
conduct and lifestyle, both public and personalPlan, prepare and
deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate
active learning.Develops schemes of work, lesson plans and tests
that are in accordance with established procedures.Instruct and
monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.Use
relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.Manage
student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing
rules and procedures.Maintain discipline in accordance with the
rules and disciplinary systems of the school.Provide appropriate
feedback on work.Encourage and monitor the progress of individual
students and use information to adjust teaching strategies.Maintain
accurate and complete records of students progress and
development.Update all necessary records accurately and completely
as required by laws, and school policies and regulations.Prepare
required reports on students and activities.Participate in
department, school and parent meetings.Communicate necessary
information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding
student progress and student needs.Establish and communicate clear
objectives for all learning activitiesPrepare classroom for class
activities.Provide a variety of learning materials and resources
for use in educational activities.Observe and evaluate students
performance and development.Assign and grade class work, homework,
tests and assignments.Other functions of the job include but are
not limited to the following:Demonstrate preparation and skill in
working with students from diverse cultural, economic and ability
backgrounds.Encourage parent and community involvement, obtain
information for parents when requested, promptly return phone call
and answer emails.Participate in appropriate professional
activities.Participate in extracurricular activities such as social
activities, sporting activities, clubs and student organizations as
directed.Other duties as assigned.Knowledge Skills and Ability
Required:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be
able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The
requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge,
skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.B.A./B.S. degree in teaching from an accredited
institution or related field teachingCalifornia State certification
in teaching in appropriate subject area.Ability to establish and
maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with
others.Ability to communicate effectively orally and in
writing.Must have the ability and proven ability to report to work
on a regular and punctual basis.Perform all other related work
delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the school
program.Knowledge and implementation of relevant technology.Meet
professional teacher education requirements of the school.Physical
Qualifications for Teacher:When performing activities throughout
the day related to the educating of students, the teacher spends
the majority of the day standing in the classroom. While standing
the teacher will frequently hold light objects they are working
with and demonstrating, etc. These can be held from waist level to
slightly above the teachers head. He or she must walk through the
classroom and be able to maneuver in tight spaces between desks,
etc. Dealing with the students can entail kneeling or squatting,
stooping, and bending from 50-70 degrees at the waist on an
occasional to frequent basis on a given day. The white board is
used which can require grasping the marker or eraser, reaching at,
below, or above shoulder height with the dominant upper extremity,
reaching to the full arm extension above the head and may require
trunk or neck rotation to look back at the class.The teacher may
pick up their classes several times each day from the parking lot
and playground area. Likewise, they are required to walk their
classes to various places around campus and on outings and field
trips. This involves walking on even and uneven surfaces including
gravel, blacktop, dirt, tile as well as stairs, bus steps and
negotiating at least a 6-inch curb.The teacher may use computers,
projectors, TV/monitor, etc. It requires a 10-15 pound force to
push or pull the AV stand; the handles are at a height of 42
inches. It is also necessary to forward bend, squat, kneel, etc.
when working with equipment, plugging it in, etc.The teacher often
moves students desks and chairs to change the layout of the
classroom to influence the learning situation. It is occasionally
necessary to lift and carry boxes weighing up to 25 pounds from the
office to classrooms. Carrying can be up to 200 feet and varies.The
teacher must sit on an occasional basis when developing lesson
plans, grading, etc. This is done at the desk with forward bending
from the waist, leaning on forearms, and looking down requires neck
flexion. It is necessary to grasp and manipulate pens, markers,
scissors, staplers, etc., occasionally or frequently, depending on
the day. Grading papers is also necessary task for teachers both in
class and at home. This may require a substantial amount of time
sitting, writing using and bending the back, neck, shoulders,
elbows, wrists and fingers.The teacher must be able to hang posters
and work on bulletin boards that require the teacher to stand and
apply force to attach material to the wall or board.The teacher
must be able to reach, lift, retrieve, and replace various items
needed in the classroom and teachers workroom such as books, paper,
art supplies, curriculum items, audio vision equipment, storage
containers and the like. The upper cupboard door locks are at
approximately 64 and the upper shelves are at an approximate height
of 86. These items may weigh from 5-30 pounds. A step ladder may
need to be used.In the teachers workroom, teachers will need to be
able to use a large paper cutter, die cut machine and laminator
which requires leaning and applying pressure of 101 pound force.In
an emergency, the teacher must be able to perform other physical
activities as needed, when needed, which may include administering
First Aid, CPR and/or using an AED.Teachers and classroom
instructional aides may be called upon to assist and/or supervise
P.E., recess duty, athletic events, assemblies or extra-curricular
activities as needed in the process of the school year. These
duties may include walking at varying speeds, bending, kneeling,
squatting, throwing, catching and such.DisclaimerThe above
statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of
work being performed by people assigned to this classification.
They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so
classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside
of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Keywords: CALVARY CHAPEL OF COSTA MESA, Santa Ana , Elementary Teacher, Education / Teaching , Santa Ana, California
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