Christian Part Time HS Biology Teacher
Company: Pusch Ridge Christian Academy Inc
Location: Tucson
Posted on: March 18, 2023
Job Description:
SUMMARY
If full-time, this individual teaches 5 classes of biology during
40-minute periods on Mondays, and 80-minute block periods
(Tuesday-Friday). Engages students in experimentation, research,
discussion, critical thinking, and problem-solving as they
investigate God's divine order and created universe with a sense of
wonder. This position may also be part-time.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Lesson Planning - Integrates a sense of awe and wonder of God's
handiwork and design. Develops activities, labs, and projects in
which students experience scientific discovery and reinforce
learning. Writes clear lesson plans with anticipatory sets,
agendas, and closures. Incorporates the scientific method and
problem-solving so that students apply science in the real world.
Composes clear, interactive lectures with understandable
explanations of key concepts.
- Character development - Guides students into becoming mature,
thoughtful, responsible, compassionate young adults that reflect
the heart of Jesus. Interacts with students and parents in a
compassionate and professional way. Creates
- high expectations for learning while also taking into account
individual challenges of students.
- Communication - Maintains accurate records of grades and
contacts parents when students drop below satisfactory achievement.
Contacts parents periodically to give positive words of
encouragement. Posts lesson plans and resources on Blackbaud Lions
Den portal.
- Physical Space - Maintains an orderly classroom that fosters
wonder and beauty. Inventories scientific supplies and equipment,
orders supplies, prepares labs and cleans up labs.
- Staff Interactions - Participates in Thursday morning devotions
and meetings. Participates in monthly science meetings and
professional development. Meets with a mentor teacher in order to
revise and grow within the culture of our school. Integrates within
the culture of our school; our mission, academics, extracurricular
activities, and relationships.
OTHER FUNCTIONS
- Participates in High School Retreat Week (either in Tucson or
Payson)
- Demonstrates flexibility and acceptance of students' different
interpretations of the evidence for creation.
- Leads a WIN (What I Need) class once a week which involves
helping students obtain tutoring or make-up activities.
- Plans and leads a small group of students twice a
month.
- Attends weekly chapels, supervises students, and is a role
model for worship
Education: Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college
or university in Biology, Secondary Education, or related
fields.
Years Experience: None required, but experience is preferred.
Specific Skills (technical or interpersonal)
- Ability to create labs and interactive activities
- Ability to develop relationships with teenagers and guide them
in appropriate classroom behavior in a firm but loving manner.
Licenses or Certifications ACSI certification (optional)
Physical Conditions
Work Environment: Classroom is supplied with student lab tables, 3
sinks, electrical outlets, storage cabinets, complete set of
microscopes, counter space for lab preparation, a teacher desk, a
computer, and a smartboard.
Physical Requirements: Must have the ability to obtain supplies for
labs, set up labs, and clean up labs.
PI208058186
Keywords: Pusch Ridge Christian Academy Inc, Tucson , Christian Part Time HS Biology Teacher, Education / Teaching , Tucson, Arizona
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