CRISTA Ministries

From World Concern’s relief and development efforts around the globe; from CRISTA Media’s stations that broadcast uplifting messages and music through your radio dials to the fireside songs that bring joy to campers year-round at CRISTA Camps ; from the young minds equipped with knowledge at King’s Schools to the seniors receiving exceptional care at CRISTA Senior Living.. Mission Statement: King’s Schools provides an exemplary Christian education serving the needs of students with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.. The English Language Learner (ELL) teacher will play a vital role in the support of English language learners.. Foremostly, model a committed Christian faith and personal relationship with Jesus and minister to the spiritual needs of students and our school community through all activities undertaken in Teacher’s role.. Dedicated to continued spiritual growth and development as evidenced through a growing personal walk with God (e.g. daily spiritual rhythms of prayer, fellowship, Bible study, etc).

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Description Position at King's Schools This is a Full-Time position for the 2024-2025 Academic School Year. Compensation: $42,500 - $79,804.80 per year, DOE Benefits: Competitive package including medical, dental, vision, up to 85% King’s school discount for dependent child(ren) (K-12) and 4-weeks of paid parental leave. Company Overview CRISTA Ministries (“CRISTA”) is a Christian church community that exists to exercise and express its Christian beliefs. At the core of our Christian church community is the belief that as Christians, we are part of the priesthood of all believers, set forth in I Peter 2. We believe this priesthood calling rests upon all Christians and is a foundational, spiritual practice of our CRISTA community. This priesthood calling evokes within us the response to view our work as our ministry. We believe that all representatives of our community are ministers of the gospel and play equally important roles in exercising, expressing and teaching our beliefs (I Corinthians 12: 17-23). CRISTA exists to make known the love of Jesus Christ through demonstrated works of service and ministry. We use every method available so that the people of the world may hear the Gospel, accept Christ as their Savior, and grow in their faith. We are a united family of Biblical Ministries inspired by a shared vision to serve and impact the young through the elderly, all cultures, and backgrounds, in our own backyard and around the world through excellence in our service and operations. By leading a healthy and sustainable organization, CRISTA empowers its ministries to serve the needs of the world and share the Gospel, making disciples. Our commitment is to glorify, honor and obey the Lord in all we do through a workforce of ministers: our staff and volunteers who are called, committed, and faithful Christians. CRISTA leads five distinct ministries in alignment with our calling to draw people into a transforming relationship with Christ. From World Concern’s relief and development efforts around the globe; from CRISTA Media’s stations that broadcast uplifting messages and music through your radio dials to the fireside songs that bring joy to campers year-round at CRISTA Camps; from the young minds equipped with knowledge at King’s Schools to the seniors receiving exceptional care at CRISTA Senior Living. Whether traversing the globe or right in our backyard, the CRISTA family of ministries is empowered to meet the needs of those we serve with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. CRISTA MINISTRIES MISSION & VISION STATEMENTS Mission Statement: CRISTA is a family of Ministries empowered to serve the needs of the World with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Vision Statement: To transform lives with the Gospel of Jesus Christ through sustainable, Biblical Christian ministries. CRISTA MINISTRIES CORE VALUES <ul><li>Christ-Centered: We approach our work by faith, prayerfully believing God will do the miraculous.</li><li>Servanthood: We serve our world by meeting needs practically and spiritually. </li><li>Uncompromising Integrity: We are honest, transparent, and trustworthy – reflecting Jesus in all we do.</li><li>Holy Stewardship: We honor and maximize the potential of the resources, assets, and people God has entrusted to us.</li><li>Excellence: We serve with excellence knowing that we represent God in our work, words, and actions.</li><li>Unified Team: We are One CRISTA, united in the vision to transform lives with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. </li></ul>KING’S SCHOOLS MINISTRY MISSION & VISION STATEMENTS Mission Statement: King’s Schools provides an exemplary Christian education serving the needs of students with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Vision Statement: Inspiring and transforming lives in a spiritually vital, caring school community to serve God for His glory. Position Summary The English Language Learner (ELL) teacher will play a vital role in the support of English language learners. Manage their academic and language development while creating a positive, relaxed, Christ like atmosphere where Christian values are modeled in actions and attitudes. Ensure students are fully equipped to engage in King’s multicultural and compassionate learning environment. Foster an environment where the teaching-learning process is God centered and students are free to express themselves. The following are the essential duties of King’s Teachers who play a vital role in accomplishing the Christian mission and ministry of King’s Schools specifically, and of CRISTA generally. Christ-centered Leadership and Education <ul><li>Foremostly, model a committed Christian faith and personal relationship with Jesus and minister to the spiritual needs of students and our school community through all activities undertaken in Teacher’s role.</li><li>Educate students in a manner consistent with, and reflective of, the Christian tenets of the Statement of Faith and the CCC, including the incorporation of these shared Christian religious beliefs and conduct into all student curricula (sometimes referred to as integrating faith and learning, or integration of a biblical worldview) and programming.</li><li>Teach a biblical worldview that is integrated into all curriculum and activities.</li><li>Demonstrate knowledge of the Bible and application of a biblical worldview to subject matter and teacher’s conduct as a minister in our school community.</li><li>Through godly leadership, engage and inspire the academic, spiritual and emotional growth of students.</li><li>Be ready and available to lead staff devotionals and staff prayer. </li></ul>Discipleship and Spiritual Development <ul><li>Model a personal and growing Christian faith that aligns with CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and Christian Community Commitment (CCC). Contribute to the spiritual, intellectual, social, and physical welfare of the students. </li><li>Minister to the spiritual needs of students and develop a vibrant Christian faith community.</li><li>Support the spiritual needs of students through relationship and personal modeling of Teacher’s own Christian faith.</li><li>Lead classes in daily prayer.</li><li>Instruct and be available to lead and support students’ spiritual formation.</li><li>Oversee and support chapel attendance and students’ spiritual engagement at chapel. </li></ul>DUTIES Curriculum, Cultural Development And Language Assessment <ul><li>Develop and Implement ELL Curriculum by:</li><ul><li>Design and deliver effective ELL instruction, curriculum, and assessment strategies that cater to students’ language proficiency levels and individual needs. </li><li>Use scaffolding strategies to improve student comprehension and reduce student anxiety.</li></ul><li>Conduct ongoing assessments to determine the English language proficiency levels of students and adapt instruction accordingly.</li><li>Foster a compassionate and culturally responsive learning environment that respects and celebrates the diverse backgrounds and perspectives of our students.</li><li>Provide teaching support for grades as needed (ie: teaching classes for grades 7-12 when necessary). </li></ul>Student Support And Communication <ul><li>Maintain open and regular Christ-like communication with students, parents, and colleagues to provide updates on students' progress and offer support when needed.</li><li>Provide individualized or small-group instruction to English language learners to help them develop their language skills, both in speaking and writing.</li><li>Collaborate with the International Student Program Director as well as classroom teachers to support the integration of language development skills into the broader curriculum and participate in the development of Individualized Language Development Plans (ILDPs). </li></ul>Professional Development And Data Analysis <ul><li>Stay current with best practices in ELL instruction and language acquisition strategies and actively engage in professional development opportunities.</li><li>Utilize data and assessment results to track and report on students' language development progress. </li></ul>Conduct that reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith, and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC). Essential Qualifications CHRIST CENTERED <ul><li>Belief that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior </li><li>Dedicated to continued spiritual growth and development as evidenced through a growing personal walk with God (e.g. daily spiritual rhythms of prayer, fellowship, Bible study, etc). </li><li>Fully committed to the pursuit of a lifestyle that is compatible with historical biblical standards of morality that reflects the message, mission and character of Jesus Christ, during working and non-working hours.</li><li>Prayerfully seeks God’s will in their own lives and in their ministry at CRISTA. </li><li>Engages our ministry including staff and colleagues through prayer, participation in spiritual practices, leading devotionals and other spiritual practices. </li><li>Agrees with and supports without reservation CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Statement (CCC).</li><li>Conducts themselves in a manner which reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, values, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).</li><li>Demonstrates the values of a CRISTA leader. </li></ul>EDUCATION <ul><li>Minimum of an undergraduate degree and or a Master’s in education. </li></ul>Experience <ul><li>Three years of teaching experience or a Master’s in education and 2 years of teaching experience. </li></ul>LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION <ul><li>Current state or provincial issued teacher certification or a TESOL certification/endorsement. </li></ul>SOFTWARE / EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE <ul><li>Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, Microsoft TEAMS and others as needed. </li></ul>Preferred Qualifications EDUCATION <ul><li>Masters degree in TESOL </li></ul>STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINTATION CRISTA is a Christian, religious organization that lives out its faith-based mission through five ministries: CRISTA Camps, CRISTA Media, CRISTA Senior Living, King’s Schools, and World Concern. As permitted by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, CRISTA reserves the right to prefer employees of a particular religion and to require its employees to hold certain religious beliefs, engage in certain religious observances, and engage in or refrain from engaging in certain behavior, based on CRISTA’s religious beliefs. CRISTA’s employees must agree with and support without reservation CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and must conduct themselves in accordance with the religious beliefs and practices that flow from that Statement of Faith and CRISTA’s Christian Community Policy. Among those employees and employment applicants who agree with and support without reservation and abide by the Statement of Faith and CRISTA’s Christian Community Policy, CRISTA does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Based on its religious beliefs, CRISTA values and respects the dignity of all persons and appreciates the diversity of God’s creation.

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