Teacher

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Provide instruction and accountability for students at Gateway Woods School, supervise students in the vocational/community service program, and work with other staff and volunteers to promote the educational, vocational, and independent living skills development of each child.

Link to Website: https://gatewaywoods.org/services/school

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rwMdsyCR9jU

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan instruction that furthers the school’s mission and philosophy of education.


• Plan instruction that reflects a solid understanding of content and students.


• Plan instruction with appropriate design elements.


• Assure that students are properly supervised.


• Establish a classroom environment that is conducive to student learning.


• Effectively manage classroom environment and student behavior.


• Deliver instruction that is clear, engaging, and appropriate for students.


• Assess student learning and provide timely and responsive feedback to students.


• Instruct the whole child in areas as needed (spiritually, emotionally, physically, etc.).


• Establish and maintain current records for each student.


• Actively participate within the Treatment Team


• Seek and participate in opportunities for professional growth and development


• Participate in the Gateway Woods summer program as directed by the Director of Education.


• Perform other duties assigned by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• All applicants must have a Christian belief and demonstrated lifestyle compatible with the Apostolic Christian Church of America (ACCA) with the support of his or her local elder or pastor.


• Have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in education.


• Must have, or be in the process of obtaining, an education teaching license from a state or accreditation agency.
  


• Must have a valid driver’s license.


• Possess good communication skills, teamwork skills, self-motivation and flexibility.


• Have a sincere interest in and understanding of the needs of our children, including the emotional, physical, and educational needs.


• Have a dedication and love for young people.

CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTORS:

• Passionate about teaching and learning; believes teaching is more than a job


• High expectations for student behavior and learning; believes that change is possible and every student can learn


• Student centered (Invested in/connects with students on multiple levels- academic, social, emotional, spiritual) and teacher-authority/advocate/adult mentor


• Equitable treatment of students


• Cultural competence