For more information, please go to: https://www.cypresschristian.org/about/employment-opportunities
Teaching Job Description:
This is for High School Physics/Chemistry/ and/or Science Elective. Under direction of the principal, the teacher is assigned to teach students and to fulfill the mission of honoring the Lord Jesus Christ by providing students an education based upon academic excellence and biblical values. The school administration may assign additional duties or specify other functions needed as may be appropriate for specific faculty posts.
ESSENTIAL JOB QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS PERSONAL BELIEF & BEHAVIOR
- Must be a born-again Christian whose lifestyle and character demonstrate obedience to God and the Holy Scriptures, and express agreement with the doctrinal viewpoints and Christian lifestyle requirements of the school.
- Must be able to serve as a positive Christian role model to others in the CCS school context, living a life that models the school’s code of ethics, as outlined in the Faculty/Staff Handbook.
- Must be able to accept and support the school’s philosophy and statement of faith and doctrine.
- Must have an understanding of and commitment to CCS’s educational objectives and philosophy of education.
- Must possess sufficient biblical knowledge that enables the individual to integrate Scripture into subjects taught, sports coached, or their other job duties, thus imparting to students a biblical worldview position.
- Must faithfully attend a local church whose fundamental beliefs are in agreement with the statement of faith and doctrine of this school.
- Must affirm that he/she believes that working and ministering in this Christian school would be pleasing to God, would be consistent with his/her purpose in life, and would be a good stewardship of his/her time, talent, and professional abilities.
- Must enjoy working with young people.
PROFESSIONAL
- Must possess at least a bachelor’s degree. Graduate degree desirable.
- Must possess a valid teaching certificate (ACSI or State Certification).
- Must have excellent knowledge of subject matter and be effective in teaching and maintaining appropriate classroom discipline.
- All new teachers must complete the ACSI Philosophy of Christian Education course or its approved equivalent prior to starting the second year of employment.
- All continuing CCS teachers must maintain current ACSI certification to be eligible to be considered for a new contract.
- Coaching experience a plus.
INDIVIDUAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Superior interpersonal relationship skills
- Possess physical stamina required to fulfill the professional obligations of the teaching profession and their specific faculty assignment.
- Proficiency in computer and technology applications necessary for the teaching profession.
- Possesses strong oral and written communication skills, including ability to properly use the English language.
- Strong work ethic and self-motivated.
- Effective multi-tasking and time management skills.
- Flexibility and adaptability to schedule and other changes.
- Excellent judgment and discretion.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $61,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Grade school specialties:
Physical setting:
- Private school
- Religious school
Schedule:
Application Question(s):
- As a requirement of employment, the individual must agree in writing that they adhere to, support and will abide by the school’s Philosophy and Statement of Faith and Doctrine found on our website at https://www.cypresschristian.org/about/employment-opportunities. Do you have any challenges with this?
Education:
Experience:
- Teaching: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Teaching Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Houston, TX 77065 (Required)
Work Location: In person