Computer Literacy Teacher

Salary: $35,000.00 - $50,000.00 

Valley Christian High School in the Phoenix, Arizona metro area seeks a Computer Literacy Teacher.  Teacher meetings begin July 28, 2017. The candidate hired will teach Computer Literacy and possibly an accounting class along with some other typical teacher responsibilities. Computer Literature consists of the Microsoft Office Suite for iPads, Moodle and RenWeb use, typesy, Swift programming, and 3-D modeling. Candidates must be comfortable with technology and will be required to use it in the classroom. Teachers at Valley Christian are required to continue to receive training in the use of technology in the classroom. The successful applicant will demonstrate a passion for ministering to teenagers through teaching Computer Literature and technology.

Mission Statement:

The mission of Valley Christian High School is that students know Jesus Christ as their personal Savior, live like Him, and prepare academically, physically, socially, and spiritually, so they are enabled to make a difference in the world

Qualifications

The candidate must be a professing and maturing Christian enthusiastically supporting Valley Christian’s statement of faith and mission statements. Training in the components or Computer Literacy class and best practices in teaching are required.  A Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related field from an accredited college is required; Masters Degree preferred.  3-5 years teaching experience preferred. Candidates should possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to develop authentic relationships with teenagers, and to demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement. In addition, the position requires the ability to organize and prioritize work, resolve problems, follow through, and manage multiple priorities to ensure that goals are met. 

Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Attain an ACSI 2-year Temporary Certificate within the first year of employment and an ACSI Standard Certificate in your teaching discipline within 3 years of employment.
• Display a deep knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and typing skills, a basic knowledge of Swift programming, RenWeb, and Moodle.
• Display the ability to connect Biblical Truth to high school students’ lives.
• Demonstrate a passion for ministering to teenagers through teaching, counseling, encouragement, and mentoring. 
• Teach assigned classes utilizing the latest research and best practices
• Promote student engagement in order to inspire and encourage progress while supporting and strengthening the learning capabilities of each student.
• Maintain a healthy learning environment for the students in the classroom as well as instruction while monitoring and managing students’ behavior, including appropriate enforcement of student behavior rules.
• Advise students on academic and vocational curricula, and on career issues.
• Teach classes assigned following prescribed scope and sequence as scheduled by the Administrator/Principal.
• Maintain records by documenting learning accomplishments, attendance, and behavior.
• Establish and adjust course syllabi outlines and objectives by following curriculum guidelines and school goals; modifying plans based on student diagnostic and assessment procedures.
• Direct or moderate at least one extra-curricular activity as assigned.

Background Check Statement:

VCHS conducts pre-employment screening for all positions, which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Instructions to Apply:

Attach a single document, which includes: a cover letter; resume including the names, addresses and phone numbers of three professional references; and your philosophy of Christian education. Resume should include all employment in month/year format (e.g., 6/91 to 8/98), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.  Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the qualifications of this position. Candidates who do not meet qualifications will not be considered.  REQUESTED MATERIAL MUST BE IN ONE ATTACHMENT.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position. Email to: dkuiper@vchsaz.org