Hybrid Program Middle School Science Teacher

Grace Christian Academy
Job Description

Title: Hybrid Program Middle School Science Teacher (Part-Time)

General Description of Duties and Responsibilities:
The Hybrid Program Middle School Science Teacher is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction in both in-person days and provide instructional resources and supports for at-home learning days, where students attend classes on campus two days a week and participate in home-based learning for three days. The teacher will engage students in Christ-centered learning, provide instruction, and collaborate with parents (co-teachers) to ensure effective support of students’ academic growth and development in a hybrid environment.

Essential Job Requirements

Instructional Delivery:

• Plan and teach engaging lessons that are designed for both on-campus and home-based learning.
• Deliver in-person lessons on campus two days a week, ensuring that they align with the curriculum goals and standards.
• Develop clear and detailed at-home assignments and instructional resources for students to complete independently or with parental support during the remote learning days.
• Provide virtual instructional resources and check-ins with students on remote days to ensure academic progress.

Parental Collaboration:

• Communicate regularly with parents to provide guidance and feedback on at-home learning, ensuring they are equipped to support their child.
• Offer strategies for parents to create an effective home learning environment and assist them with resources or troubleshooting as needed.
• Conduct virtual or in-person conferences with parents as necessary to discuss student progress, challenges, and successes.

Curriculum Development:

• Develop and adapt lesson plans that are suitable for both in-person and home learning environments.
• Ensure the hybrid model fosters a seamless learning experience, integrating technology where appropriate.
• Collaborate with other teachers to ensure consistency and alignment of the curriculum for the hybrid program.

Assessment and Feedback:

• Assess student work completed during at-home learning days, providing timely and constructive feedback.
• Track student progress both on-campus and at home, adjusting teaching methods and resources as needed to support individual learning styles and needs.
• Use a variety of assessment tools to gauge student understanding and adjust instructional practices accordingly.

Classroom and Online Management:

• Foster a positive, Christ-centered learning environment both in-person and in at-home learning.
• Maintain clear communication with students about expectations for behavior, assignments, and deadlines.
• Utilize learning management systems and other digital platforms for effective classroom management and communication with students and parents.

Professional Development and Team Collaboration:

• Participate in team meetings, professional development opportunities, and planning sessions to continuously improve instructional methods.
• Work collaboratively with other teachers and staff to share ideas, resources, and strategies for managing hybrid learning.

Spiritual

• Must have a clear testimony of personal faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and a lifestyle of biblical integrity.
• Must be an active member of a local church.
• Fully supportive of the decisions and loyal to the mission and leadership of the school and Grace Baptist Church.
• Passion for connecting with teachers, students, and families to support student/ teacher success within a Christian environment.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in education (minimum).
• ACSI Certification required.

Experience

• At least 2-3 years of teaching experience, preferably in a hybrid, online, or blended learning environment.
• Experience in Christian education is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with hybrid or remote learning technologies and platforms.

Computer software

• Ability to produce complex documents in Google.
• Ability to design Google Sheets spreadsheets with simple calculations.
• Ability to use various learning center management platforms ( Renweb, Google Classroom).

Additional Skills

• Must have excellent interpersonal skills and a high degree of emotional intelligence.
• Must be an effective communicator with good speaking and writing skills in English.
• Must be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• High level of motivation and personal accountability.
• A spirit of dedication, commitment, flexibility and responsiveness.
• Must be comfortable in a multi-tasking environment.

Part-Time Hybrid Teachers will serve 29 hours a week with providing 2 days a week of in-person learning at school and providing instructional resources and support for at-home learning days 3 days a week.

The qualified candidate must personally affirm and uphold the doctrinal positions outlined in the Baptist Faith & Message (2000) and the principles established in the Nashville Statement (2017) demonstrating a lifestyle and ministry consistent with these commitments.