Student Teaching, Practicum, and Observation

Please read the application thoroughly before beginning. Once you begin the job application you cannot save your progress. Job SummaryUnder the general supervision of the Head of School and the direct supervision of the Principal and Cooperating Teacher, the Student Teacher (ST) will support the classroom and school in reinforcing the day-to-day, Biblically-grounded academic instruction and discipleship of his/her students. The ST will influence positive, God-honoring student behavior, and plan, organize, support, and implement effective instructional programs. This individual will serve as a minister of Christ in all activities performed as an employee of Cornerstone Christian Academy/Cornerstone Chapel.The ST will assist the instructional staff with the occasional function of assessing student performance. The ST will ensure that all students are instilled with a Biblical worldview and supervised in a safe and loving learning environment that fosters spiritual, social, and intellectual development. As a Christian role model for his/her students, the Student Teacher must exhibit patience, grace, humility, and integrity when working with administration, faculty, students, and parents. He/she must have a strong, active, and committed relationship with Jesus Christ, a willingness to lead with a humble heart, a passion for Christian education, and a calling to serve at Cornerstone Christian Academy. He or she will seek to perform all duties as unto the Lord, relying on the Holy Spirit for guidance, and completing all tasks with excellence.Minimum QualificationsEducationPursuing Bachelors or Graduate Degree and Teacher Certification, or minimum of Bachelor's Degree in a Career Switcher program, requiredExperienceTwo or more years of classroom practicum experience and/or preparation in Biblically-centered academic instruction preferredCourses in implementing curriculum, instructional techniques, and classroom managementKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesExcellent written and oral communication skillsExcellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively and tactfully communicate with leadership, peers, faculty, students, parents, volunteers and the external communityDemonstrated knowledge of child developmentAssist classroom teachers to support a quality reading and writing program and work with teachers, support staff, and school administratorsTechnologiesMust have, or be wiling to learn to use current educational technology and its applications within the school, and be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPointPhysical CapabilitiesAble to stand and walk for most of the day; speak and hear clearly; operate a computer, hand-held learning devices, and other office equipment; reach with hands and arms, bend, stoop and twist; and lift and/or move up to 25 poundsAble to supervise students both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditionsAble to walk up and down stairsOccasionally assist in toileting needs of students, including proper handling of wastePersonal CharacteristicsAffirms CCA's Articles of FaithFaithfully attends a local, Bible-believing church that has a statement of faith in agreement with CCA's Articles of FaithIs deeply committed to a consistent daily walk with Jesus ChristAble to recognize the role of parents as primarily responsible before God for their children's education and be prepared to assist them in that taskAble to manage everyday stress with objectivity and optimismAdheres to high ethical standards and exemplifies Christian behavior in attitude, speech, and actions towards othersMaintains a modest, professional, and clean personal appearance consistent with school policyMaintains confidentiality in records, conversations, and any other student, parent, or school related informationWork Hours/TravelWork week is consistent with standard school schedule of Monday through Friday with occasional work in the evenings or on weekends for special school events and activitiesSchool-related travel as necessaryJob Functions and TasksEssential Functions - Administrative & Classroom ManagementWork collaboratively with Cooperating Teacher to implement curriculum instruction and enforce the school's disciplinary policies, dress code, and standards of behaviorPrepare and implement lesson plans and unit plans as instructed by Student Teaching Supervisor, CCA Principal, and Cooperating TeacherComplete all paperwork and responsibilities in fulfillment of Student Teaching Requirements as well as CCA requirementsLead by example to encourage the development of a positive Christian school cultureMaintain a clean, attractive, well-ordered classroom and communicate classroom needs in accordance with school policyKeep proper discipline in the classroom and on the school premises for a good learning environmentAssist with keeping regular and accurate attendance and grade recordsDemonstrate understanding of how to work with students from diverse cultural, economic, and ability backgroundsMaintain emergency preparedness and safety procedures consistent with established protocolsRepresent the school in a favorable and professional manner to the school's constituency and the general publicTreat all students with kindness and respect and continually reinforce their self-worth in Christ while equipping them with knowledge and tools needed to make positive life choicesRegularly collaborate with teaching colleagues, administration, and other school personnel to contribute to the positive development of the school environment, learning community, programs, and activitiesAttend and participate in appropriate in-service, committee, faculty, and parent-teacher organization meetingsEssential Functions - InstructionalDemonstrate mastery of developmental characteristics of the assigned grade levelsRegularly integrate Biblical principles and CCA's Christian philosophy of education throughout all activities and lessonsWork collaboratively with specialty teachers to coordinate specialty curriculum integration and implementationCommunicate clearly and concisely with students to ensure understanding of subject matterFacilitate timely feedback with students, teachers, and parents to ensure students remain on track with learning goals and objectivesIncorporate classroom technology to enhance instructionSupplemental FunctionsUtilize educational opportunities and evaluation processes for professional growthParticipate in the life of the school through attendance at extracurricular events and activities