Hybrid Program Kindergarten Teacher - Part Time

Grace Christian Academy
Job Title: Hybrid Program Kindergarten Teacher
Time Status: Part Time

General Description of Duties and Responsibilities:   
The Hybrid Program Part-Time Kindergarten Teacher is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction in both in-person days and providing instructional resources and support 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 Requirements:
● 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.