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Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Head of School and the direct supervision of the Principal and Cooperating Teacher, the Student Teacher (ST) will support the classroom and school in reinforcing the day-to-day, Biblically-grounded academic instruction and discipleship of his/her students. The ST will influence positive, God-honoring student behavior, and plan, organize, support, and implement effective instructional programs.This individual will serve as a minister of Christ in all activities performed as an employee of Cornerstone Christian Academy/Cornerstone Chapel.

The ST will assist the instructional staff with the occasional function of assessing student performance. The ST will ensure that all students are instilled with a Biblical worldview and supervised in a safe and loving learning environment that fosters spiritual, social, and intellectual development. As a Christian role model for his/her students, the Student Teacher must exhibit patience, grace, humility, and integrity when working with administration, faculty, students, and parents. He/she must have a strong, active, and committed relationship with Jesus Christ, a willingness to lead with a humble heart, a passion for Christian education, and a calling to serve at Cornerstone Christian Academy. He or she will seek to perform all duties as unto the Lord, relying on the Holy Spirit for guidance, and completing all tasks with excellence.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• PursuingBachelors or Graduate Degree and Teacher Certification, or minimum of Bachelor's Degree in a Career Switcher program, required

Experience

• Two or more years of classroompracticum experience and/or preparation in Biblically-centered academic instruction preferred
• Courses inimplementing curriculum, instructional techniques, and classroom management

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively and tactfully communicate with leadership, peers, faculty, students, parents, volunteers and the external community
• Demonstrated knowledge of child development
• Assist classroom teachers to support a quality reading and writing program and work with teachers, support staff, and school administrators

Technologies

• Must have, or be wiling to learn to use current educational technology and its applications within the school, and be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Physical Capabilities

• Able to stand and walk for most of the day; speak and hear clearly; operate a computer, hand-held learning devices, and other office equipment; reach with hands and arms, bend, stoop and twist; and lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Able to supervise students both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Able to walk up and down stairs
• Occasionally assist in toileting needs of students, including proper handling of waste

Personal Characteristics

• Affirms CCA's Articles of Faith
• Faithfully attends a local, Bible-believing church that has a statement of faith in agreement with CCA's Articles of Faith
• Is deeply committed to a consistent daily walk with Jesus Christ
• Able to recognize the role of parents as primarily responsible before God for their children's education and be prepared to assist them in that task
• Able to manage everyday stress with objectivity and optimism
• Adheres to high ethical standards and exemplifies Christian behavior in attitude, speech, and actions towards others
• Maintains a modest, professional, and clean personal appearance consistent with school policy
• Maintains confidentiality in records, conversations, and any other student, parent, or school related information

Work Hours/Travel

• Work week is consistent with standard school schedule of Monday through Friday with occasional work in the evenings or on weekends for special school events and activities
• School-related travel as necessary

Job Functions and Tasks

Essential Functions - Administrative & Classroom Management

• Work collaboratively withCooperating Teacher to implement curriculum instruction and enforcethe school's disciplinary policies, dress code, and standards of behavior
• Prepare and implement lesson plans and unit plans as instructed by Student Teaching Supervisor, CCA Principal, and Cooperating Teacher
• Complete all paperwork and responsibilities in fulfillment of Student Teaching Requirements as well as CCA requirements
• Lead by example to encourage the development of a positive Christian school culture
• Maintain a clean, attractive, well-ordered classroom and communicate classroom needs in accordance with school policy
• Keep proper discipline in the classroom and on the school premises for a good learning environment
• Assist with keeping regular and accurate attendance and grade records
• Demonstrate understanding of how to work with students from diverse cultural, economic, and ability backgrounds
• Maintain emergency preparedness and safety procedures consistent with established protocols
• Represent the school in a favorable and professional manner to the school's constituency and the general public
• Treat all students with kindness and respect and continually reinforce their self-worth in Christ while equipping them with knowledge and tools needed to make positive life choices
• Regularly collaborate with teaching colleagues, administration, and other school personnel to contribute to the positive development of the school environment, learning community, programs, and activities
• Attend and participate in appropriate in-service, committee, faculty, and parent-teacher organization meetings

Essential Functions - Instructional

• Demonstrate mastery of developmental characteristics of the assigned grade levels
• Regularly integrate Biblical principles and CCA's Christian philosophy of education throughout all activities and lessons
• Work collaboratively with specialty teachers to coordinate specialty curriculum integration and implementation
• Communicate clearly and concisely with students to ensure understanding of subject matter
• Facilitate timely feedback with students, teachers, and parents to ensure students remain on track with learning goals and objectives
• Incorporate classroom technology to enhance instruction

Supplemental Functions

• Utilize educational opportunities and evaluation processes for professional growth
• Participate in the life of the school through attendance at extracurricular events and activities