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FT Teacher (1st)

Coram Deo Academy
Published
February 4, 2025
Location
6930 Alpha Rd., Dallas, Texas
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Spiritual Requirements:

Coram Deo Academy hires individuals that profess the historic Christian faith. The Nicene Creed describes the minimum understanding of and subscription to Christian belief required of employees of the Academy. Every employee must also profess to be a Christian believer and subscribe to this statement. As evidence of the indwelling of the Holy Spirit in their lives, Coram Deo Academy expects all employees to be actively involved in a local church where their faith in practice is consistent with the Academy’s mission and statement of faith.

Expectations:

  • Display the love of Christ and encourage students in developing a relationship with Him
  • Demonstrate Christian love, faith, truthfulness, and virtue in all facets of life and teaching
  • Establish a Biblical understanding of authority and commit to Biblical peacemaking
  • Focus on the heart when training, instructing, and disciplining children
  • Work to build the school community toward a love of Christ and one another
  • Teach students using Christian principles through classical philosophy and pedagogy
  • Create a vibrant learning atmosphere that fosters wonder and joyful engagement
  • Lead students through meaningful learning activities in alignment with the CDA Curriculum
  • Create lesson plans using the principles from The Seven Laws of Teaching as a guide
  • Prepare classroom coursework materials, homework assignments, and handouts
  • Communicate regularly with administration and parents, responding in a timely manner
  • Establish a collaborative relationship with CDA parents using the University-Model TM approach
  • Record and maintain accurate student attendance
  • Post assignments and grades according to school policies and practices
  • Evaluate and grade class work and assignments
  • Observe and manage student behavior and performance
  • Actively participate in faculty meetings and district meetings
  • Complete CDA's Teacher Certification Program per policy and pursue additional continuing education requirements
  • Perform additional administrative duties as needed

Essential Job Functions:

Coram Deo Academy teachers are called to be models of what we desire for our students. They are committed to Christ, love learning, and strive to be wise thinkers and ethical servant-leaders. We see this priority of imitation expressed by the apostle Paul in Philippians 4:8-9, "Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. What you have learned and received and heard and seen in me — practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you." Teachers are to embody both the Spirit of Christ and the spirit of inquiry. They should be saturated with the Word of God and be able to think biblically. They should exhibit proficiency in their academic disciplines and demonstrate a passion for learning by their own study and reading, participation in school improvement and professional development. They should seek to cultivate wisdom and virtue in their students through pursuing their own wisdom and virtue with humility and repentance.

Essential Qualifications:

In addition to the following, applicants must agree with CDA’s mission, vision, core values, and goals.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Knowledge of children required
  • Knowledge of Christian, classical, and collaborative educational model preferred
  • Love of learning and commitment to continued personal growth

 

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

  • Exhibit the gifting and desire necessary to teach in the requested discipline or grade level
  • Utilize effective oral and written communication skills in collaboration with parents and staff
  • Collaborate effectively with faculty members within grade level or department
  • Demonstrate patience and humility in stressful situations, good listening skills, and strong planning and organizational skills
  • Demonstrate an understanding of child development with a focus on the age being taught
  • Prompt and timely attendance, modest attire, appropriate social media presence
  • Basic computer skills (Word, Outlook, etc.)
  • Possess the technological ability to utilize online platforms to teach classes remotely with a computer and at-home wi-fi

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

  • Must be able to read, write, and communicate both verbally and in written form to express and exchange ideas
  • Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
  • Occasionally lift up to 30 lbs
  • Work in a traditional climate-controlled classroom environment with occasional times outdoors

Coram Deo Academy offers a connected culture and rich benefits package for full-time employees, including:

  • Medical Insurance: 75% for employee only and 50% for employee plus dependents (coverage begins immediately).
  • Health Savings Account: Must be enrolled in HSA compatible medical plan- up to $50/month Employer Match with a $50 Employee Contribution.
  • Supplemental Insurance Options (Employee Paid): Dental (Low and High plan option) and Vision Insurance.
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan – Up to 3% Employer Match with 3% Contribution.
  • Employer Paid Life Insurance Policy of $30,000.00.
  • CDA Tuition Benefit for Employee’s Child(ren).
  • Five (5) One-Day Holidays: Martin Luther King Day, Good Friday, Easter Monday, Memorial Day, and Labor Day.
  • Six (6) Full Vacation Periods: Fall Break, Thanksgiving, Christmas (Two Weeks), Spring Break, and Independence Day (One Week).
  • Personal/Sick Leave: 40 hours (First Year) and 80 hours (Second and Subsequent Years).
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