Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Summary:

Teaches students spiritual, academic, social, physical, relational, and emotional skills in accordance with the policies and philosophy of Christian education of Williston Trinity Christian School by performing the following duties personally.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepares course objectives and outlines for course of study following the established school Curriculum Guide.
• Integrates Biblical truths and the Christian philosophy of education throughout the curriculum.
• Plans a program of study that as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Employs a variety of instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
• Assesses the performance of students on a regular basis and provides progress and attendance reports as required.
• Helps identify the giftedness or learning disabilities of students seeking the assistance of the Special Services Coordinator.
• Develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains proper discipline and order in the classroom and on the school premises.
• Counsels pupils when behavioral and academic problems arise.
• Keeps students, parents and the administration adequately informed of progress or deficiencies.
• Evaluates and guides improvement of study methods and work habits for each student.
• Other duties as assigned

Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.
• Parent/Donor/Partner Relationships – Makes every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace with the whole body.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed; Exhibits a Christ-like confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values.
• Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against God’s standard of excellence.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. Dresses appropriately to project a professional image and responsibility as a role model.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Is open to increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
• Computer Skills - Knowledge, experience, and/or willingness to learn necessary computer hardware/software skills (e.g. word processing, e-mail, internet, etc.) required for this position.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, as God defines success, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed above satisfactorily. Additionally, the requirements listed below are representative of the spiritual condition, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Spiritual

Profess a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and has made Him both Savior and Lord as represented in Scripture (John 14:1-27; Ephesians 2:8-22) and accepts without reservation the Statement of Faith of Williston Trinity Christian School.

Have a history of faithfully attending a Bible believing church.

Have a verifiable history of living and modeling Christian character in employee's personal and professional life, serving as a Christian role model first to family and friends and then to students, parents, and fellow faculty and staff members in regard to personal judgment, dignity, and Christian living. This is expressed in such passages as Ephesians 5:21-23; Colossians 3:12-17; and, 2 Peter 1:1-10. Individual's life in Christ must continue to be faithfully pursued in and out of the workplace as a condition of continuing in this ministry leadership position.

Willing to submit to the authority of those who have oversight of the school (1 Peter 2: 9-20), and to fully cooperate with these authorities and adhere to the policies adopted by the School Board in both letter and intent.

Strive at all times to understand, appreciate, love, and nurture those entrusted to employee for instruction, supervision, and/or oversight, and must provide for their fullest spiritual, intellectual, physical, and emotional development.

Education and/or Experience:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university.

Management and leadership experience preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) Educator’s Certificate

North Dakota Educator's Certificate

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