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Position Summary:

Rhetoric teachers are responsible for instructing students from 5th grade through 12th grade with requisite content

knowledge using classical pedagogy in their specific disciplines.

CDA Mission Statement:

The mission of Coram Deo Academy is to train ethical servant-leaders and wise thinkers who will shape culture for the glory of God.

Spiritual Requirements:

Coram Deo Academy hires individuals that profess the historic Christian faith. The Nicene Creed describes the minimum understanding of and subscription to Christian belief required of employees of the Academy. Every employee must also profess to be a Christian believer and subscribe to this statement. As evidence of the indwelling of the Holy Spirit in their lives, Coram Deo Academy expects all employees to be actively involved in a local church here their faith in practice is consistent with the Academy’s mission and statement of faith.

Essential Job Functions:

Coram Deo Academy teachers are called to be models of what we desire for our students. They are committed to Christ, love learning, and strive to be wise thinkers and ethical servant-leaders. We see this priority of imitation expressed by the apostle Paul in Philippians 4:8-9, "Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. What you have learned and received and heard and seen in me — practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you." Teachers are to embody both the Spirit of Christ and the spirit of inquiry. They should be saturated with the Word of God and be able to think biblically. They should exhibit proficiency in their academic disciplines and demonstrate a passion for learning by their own study and reading, participation in school improvement and professional development. They should seek to cultivate wisdom and virtue in their students through pursuing their own wisdom and virtue with humility and repentance.

Instructional Expectations:

• Display the love of Christ and encourage students in developing a relationship with Him
• Demonstrate Christian love, faith, truthfulness, and virtue in all facets of life and teaching
• Establish a Biblical understanding of authority and commit to Biblical peacemaking
• Focus on the heart when training, instructing, and disciplining children
• Work to build the school community toward a love of Christ and one another
• Teach students using Christian principles through classical philosophy and pedagogy
• Create a vibrant learning atmosphere that fosters wonder and joyful engagement
• Lead students through meaningful learning activities in alignment with the CDA Curriculum

Preparation:

• Read assigned coursework in preparation for each lesson
• Create lesson plans using the principles from The Seven Laws of Teaching as a guide
• Prepare classroom presentations, homework assignments, and handouts

Assessment:

• Evaluate and grade class work and assignments
• Post assignments and grades according to school policies and practices
• Observe and manage student behavior and performance

Administrative:

• Communicate regularly with administration and parents, responding in a timely manner
• Establish a collaborative relationship with CDA parents using the University-Model TM approach
• Record and maintain accurate student attendance
• Actively participate in faculty meetings and district meetings
• Complete CDA's Teacher Certification Program per policy and pursue additional continuing education requirements
• Perform additional administrative/other duties as needed

Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications:

• Exhibit the gifting and desire necessary to teach in the requested discipline or grade level
• Utilize effective oral and written communication skills in collaboration with parents and staff
• Collaborate effectively with faculty members within grade level or department
• Demonstrate patience and humility in stressful situations, good listening skills, and strong planning and organizational skills
• Demonstrate an understanding of child development with a focus on the age being taught
• Prompt and timely attendance, modest attire, appropriate social media presence
• Basic computer skills (Word, Outlook, etc.)
• Possess the technological ability to utilize online platforms to teach classes remotely with a computer and at-home wi-fi

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree required
• Knowledge of children required
• Knowledge of Christian, classical, and collaborative educational model preferred
• Love of learning and commitment to continued personal growth