Teacher, Church Schools

About the role

This career professional position helps youth deepen their conversion to Jesus Christ and His restored gospel, prepares righteous educated servants of the Lord, and assists them to reach their divine purpose. It works under the direction of the church school Principal, Vice Principal or Head of Department, and teaches academic subjects and church principles and doctrine. The teacher must be English proficient.

Key responsibilities

• Work in partnership with school leadership, faculty, parents, students and the community, and follow school policies and procedures.
• Teach in the Savior's way, focusing on Jesus Christ, the doctrine and diligent learning, and provide theoretical and practical instruction on assigned subjects.
• Establish classroom expectations, study and implement the curriculum, and assess and grade student learning.
• Use computer software to track student information, attendance and grades, and contribute to school plans such as budgets, inventories and facilities.
• Build a strong relationship with the line leader, take part in regular training, and develop a professional development plan based on feedback.
• Communicate regularly with students and parents, and align with the Church Board of Education and Seminaries and Institutes (S&I) leadership.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or teaching certificate/license or equivalent; four years of teaching experience, though graduate teachers or those with less experience may be considered.
• Proficient knowledge of teaching and learning principles and the ability to teach the Science subject.
• Strong interpersonal skills, genuine empathy for youth, and clear oral and written English.
• Ability to communicate accurately with students and to move around inside the classroom.
• Preferred: understanding of supporting students with disabilities and a science-related qualification.

Required skills

• Classroom management and use of a wide range of teaching techniques.
• Microsoft Office Suite and standard office equipment.