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ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE INC Religious Classroom Teacher in MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Academy of Excellence, Inc., a K-12 Christ-centered school, seeks a Religious Classroom Teacher to teach at its school in Milwaukee, WI. Candidate will manage a middle school classroom and provide education consistent with AoE\'s Christian Mission and policies; plan, prepare, and use instructional strategies to advance Christian and English/Literature education; employ approved curriculum and modify to meet the needs of students consistent with professional standards; record assessments; reference and draw attention the Christian Worldview as outlined through Scripture as it relates to life and academic education; maintain records for attendance, assessments, conduct, conferences, and communication; identify hindrances to education and strive to minimize or eliminate them; develop a sense of community in classroom and families; keep parents informed of student progress; ensure the safety, health, education, advancement, and protection of students; collaborate with peers to enhance instructional environment; continue training in education; participate and attend school related meetings, open houses, and events; and attend any conferences during the school year. Bachelor of Education or related or equivalent foreign degree. Submit resumes to rachel.brownell@mkeacademy.com . Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks. Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students\' varying needs and interests. Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate these objectives to students. Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students. Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools. Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students\' progress. Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities. Confer with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students\' behavioral and academic problems. Maintain accurate, complete, and correct student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations. Instruct through lectures, discussions, and demonstrations in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies. Use computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations. Observe and evaluate students\' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health. Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate. Guide and counsel students with adjustment or academic problems, or special academic interests. Enforce all administration policies and rules governing students. Assign lessons and correct homework. Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students\' needs and progress. Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of middle school programs. Assist students who need extra help, such as by tutoring and preparing and implementing remedial programs. Meet or correspond with parents or guardians to discuss children\'s progress and to determine priorities and resource needs. Provide disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities, such as restrooms. Prepare for assigned classes and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisors. Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula. Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence. Instruct and monitor students in the use a d care of equipment and materials to prevent injury and damage. Administer standardized ability and achievement tests, and interpret results to determine student strengths and needs. Perform administrative duties, such as school library assistance, hall and cafeteria monitoring, and bus loading and unloading. Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration. Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees, as required. Organize and label materials and display students\' work. Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, visits by guest speakers, or other experiential activities, and guide students in learning from such activities. Coordinate and supervise extracurricular activities, such as clubs, student organizations, and academic contests. Organize and supervise games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental, and social development. Select, store, order, issue, and inventory classroom equipment, materials, and supplies. Supervise, evaluate, and plan assignments for teacher assistants and volunteers. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors in Education or related ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: E-Mail a Rsum: rachel.brownell@mkeacademy.com