Student Teaching, Practicum, and Observation

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Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Head of School and the direct supervision of the Principal and Cooperating Teacher, the Student Teacher (ST) will support the classroom and school in reinforcing the day-to-day, Biblically-grounded academic instruction and discipleship of his/her students. The ST will influence positive, God-honoring student behavior, and plan, organize, support, and implement effective instructional programs. This individual will serve as a minister of Christ in all activities performed as an employee of Cornerstone Christian Academy/Cornerstone Chapel.

The ST will assist the instructional staff with the occasional function of assessing student performance. The ST will ensure that all students are instilled with a Biblical worldview and supervised in a safe and loving learning environment that fosters spiritual, social, and intellectual development. As a Christian role model for his/her students, the Student Teacher must exhibit patience, grace, humility, and integrity when working with administration, faculty, students, and parents. He/she must have a strong, active, and committed relationship with Jesus Christ, a willingness to lead with a humble heart, a passion for Christian education, and a calling to serve at Cornerstone Christian Academy. He or she will seek to perform all duties as unto the Lord, relying on the Holy Spirit for guidance, and completing all tasks with excellence.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Pursuing Bachelors or Graduate Degree and Teacher Certification, or minimum of Bachelor's Degree in a Career Switcher program, required Experience

Two or more years of classroom practicum experience and/or preparation in Biblically-centered academic instruction preferred

Courses in implementing curriculum, instructional techniques, and classroom management Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively and tactfully communicate with leadership, peers, faculty, students, parents, volunteers and the external community

Demonstrated knowledge of child development

Assist classroom teachers to support a quality reading and writing program and work with teachers, support staff, and school administrators Technologies

Must have, or be wiling to learn to use current educational technology and its applications within the school, and be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint Physical Capabilities

Able to stand and walk for most of the day; speak and hear clearly; operate a computer, hand-held learning devices, and other office equipment; reach with hands and arms, bend, stoop and twist; and lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Able to supervise students both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions

Able to walk up and down stairs

Occasionally assist in toileting needs of students, including proper handling of waste Personal Characteristics

Affirms CCA's Articles of Faith

Faithfully attends a local, Bible-believing church that has a statement of faith in agreement with CCA's Articles of Faith

Is deeply committed to a consistent daily walk with Jesus Christ

Able to recognize the role of parents as primarily responsible before God for their children's education and be prepared to assist them in that task

Able to manage everyday stress with objectivity and optimism

Adheres to high ethical standards and exemplifies Christian behavior in attitude, speech, and actions towards others

Maintains a modest, professional, and clean personal appearance consistent with school policy

Maintains confidentiality in records, conversations, and any other student, parent, or school related information Work Hours/Travel

Work week is consistent with standard school schedule of Monday through Friday with occasional work in the evenings or on weekends for special school events and activities

School-related travel as necessary Job Functions and Tasks

Essential Functions - Administrative & Classroom Management

Work collaboratively with Cooperating Teacher to implement curriculum instruction and enforce the school's disciplinary policies, dress code, and standards of behavior

Prepare and implement lesson plans and unit plans as instructed by Student Teaching Supervisor, CCA Principal, and Cooperating Teacher

Complete all paperwork and responsibilities in fulfillment of Student Teaching Requirements as well as CCA requirements

Lead by example to encourage the development of a positive Christian school culture

Maintain a clean, attractive, well-ordered classroom and communicate classroom needs in accordance with school policy

Keep proper discipline in the classroom and on the school premises for a good learning environment

Assist with keeping regular and accurate attendance and grade records

Demonstrate understanding of how to work with students from diverse cultural, economic, and ability backgrounds

Maintain emergency preparedness and safety procedures consistent with established protocols

Represent the school in a favorable and professional manner to the school's constituency and the general public

Treat all students with kindness and respect and continually reinforce their self-worth in Christ while equipping them with knowledge and tools needed to make positive life choices

Regularly collaborate with teaching colleagues, administration, and other school personnel to contribute to the positive development of the school environment, learning community, programs, and activities

Attend and participate in appropriate in-service, committee, faculty, and parent-teacher organization meetings Essential Functions - Instructional

Demonstrate mastery of developmental characteristics of the assigned grade levels

Regularly integrate Biblical principles and CCA's Christian philosophy of education throughout all activities and lessons

Work collaboratively with specialty teachers to coordinate specialty curriculum integration and implementation

Communicate clearly and concisely with students to ensure understanding of subject matter

Facilitate timely feedback with students, teachers, and parents to ensure students remain on track with learning goals and objectives

Incorporate classroom technology to enhance instruction Supplemental Functions

Utilize educational opportunities and evaluation processes for professional growth

Participate in the life of the school through attendance at extracurricular events and activities