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_Teacher, Grades 2-3 (ICJA)
Job Code:2024-ANTB22-CG-001
Location:Indigo Christian Jr Acad
FT/PT Status:Regular Full Time
  

Indigo Christian Jr. Academy is a kindergarten through eighth grade elementary school located in beautiful Daytona Beach on the east coast of Florida. Three classroom teachers have provided instruction to an enrollment of about 50 students, but they are experiencing enrollment growth and will be expanding to four teachers next school year. The school is located on 10 beautiful acres with the Daytona Beach SDA church. The church is a growing and very supportive church family, and the school is also supported by the local AdventHealth Hospital. For more information about Indigo Christian Jr. Academy, please visit: http://www.indigochristianjunioracademy.com/

Job Summary:
ICJA is seeking a second and third-grades teacher for the upcoming school year. They are looking for a dedicated, caring, dynamic teacher who is a team player, creative, and who loves children. Applicants for this position must model Christ-like behavior and attitudes which will positively impact students in leading them to Christ. She/He must be able to deliver instruction to students using a variety of teaching methods and activities. The selected employee may also be responsible for other school duties as may be assigned.

Skills, Education, and Experience Required:
Applicants must be a tithe-paying Seventh-day Adventist church members in good standing and have the legal right to work in the United States, providing evidence if employed. North American Division (Denominational) Teacher Certification with a minimum of a bachelor's degree is required and must be maintained (or must agree to work towards obtaining NAD Certification). Successful classroom and administrative experience are preferred. Must have a service-oriented attitude, possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, and be able to work with students and families of diverse backgrounds. Possessing competent technology skills using current educational software and hardware is essential. Additional traits should include organization, attention to detail, self-directed, and motivated. Absolute confidentiality is required. Curriculum familiarity, content knowledge, as well as proficient instructional delivery are crucial. Most importantly, the applicant must possess a love for God, a love for working with children, and a desire to see each child in Heaven.

Job Responsibilities:
The teacher will be expected to:
  1. Promote the Seventh-day Adventist philosophy, ensuring that all subject matter is taught from a Seventh-day Adventist perspective based on curriculum guidelines and requirements of the North American Division, Southern Union Conference, and Florida Conference.
  2. Develop and submit weekly lesson plans to the principal as required. Lesson plans are to include Objectives, Procedures and Evaluation for each learning style. Must also demonstrate evidence of lesson/unit planning and preparation that honors individual diversity and builds upon prior knowledge.
  3. Select subject matter that is academically and developmentally appropriate for diverse abilities and interests.
  4. Employ a variety of teaching techniques and activities appropriate to student learning styles and subject matter, stimulate critical and creative thinking, and monitor student understanding.
  5. Use a variety of evaluation techniques to provide feedback and communicate progress, providing opportunities for students to learn from mistakes as well as successes.
  6. Utilize appropriate classroom management routines that facilitate student engagement and continuity.
  7. Provide for individual differences through diagnostic and prescriptive teaching.
  8. Communicate challenging expectations that encompass critical and creative thinking as well as problem-solving skills.
  9. Maintain a classroom climate conducive to student learning, allowing sufficient time for academic activities.
  10. Utilize effective behavior management techniques which promote self-discipline.
  11. Systematically involve all students in the instructional process and encourage intellectual risk taking.
  12. Maintain accurate and organized student class records (attendance, grades, etc.) on the school's Student Information System in compliance with administration.
  13. Communicate with parents regularly, keeping them well-informed.
  14. Be willing to grow professionally.
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