Description

FIA is seeking multiple trained SECONDARY SCIENCE TEACHERS for the following subjects: biology, physical sciences, physics, and earth sciences. Covering grades 6-12. 

FIA is seeking passionate teachers who desires to join a team of motivated teachers. FIA is a small missionary kids' school in the southern Philippines, with a community atmosphere and small class sizes. Students are diligent and enthusiastic learners. 

The successful candidate will have appropriate qualifications and a passion for developing life-long learners. They will also be a member of a sending organization (a mission agency or strong home church). Cross-cultural experience and flexibility are desirable.  

In order to make our international Christian education higher quality and more affordable, FIA partners with Christian mission agencies. As a member of the mission agency, each staff member will raise their own financial support. The type of visa our school sponsors also does not allow our staff to work for money outside the school. FIA staff members do not receive a salary, but are prayerfully and financially supported through various Christian mission agencies. 

Requirements

Reporting Responsibilities: Report to their Lead Teacher, and the Principal.

Qualifications:

• Possess a love for Christ and for students.
• Have a vital, growing relationship with Christ.
• Are a regular member of their local church.
• Agree wholeheartedly to the Statement of Faith.
• Hold or pursue appropriate professional credentials.

Essential Functions:

• Teach classes and courses as assigned following FIA adopted curriculum
• Plan using unit/semester/quarterly plans and objectives that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students, challenging each to his/her potential.
• Utilize best teaching practices to achieve curriculum goals within the framework of Christian education philosophy.
• Assess the learning of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
• Integrate Biblical principles and a Christian philosophy of education throughout the curriculum and activities.
• Prioritize FIA responsibilities above outside ministry commitments.
• Know and comply with the school practices as stated in the faculty handbook and student-parent handbook.
• Manage and update data on school software in a timely manner.
• Work within the supervision, evaluation and professional development framework to maintain an attitude of professional growth and lifelong learning.
• Attend and participate in assigned meetings, curriculum and professional development and accreditation work.
• Attend and participate in scheduled in-service, retreats, committee, faculty, and Parent Teacher meetings.
• Demonstrate Christ-like role model.
• Motivate students to accept God's gift of salvation and help them grow in their faith through their witness and Christian role modeling.
• Develop and maintain rapport with students, parents, and staff by treating them with friendliness, dignity, and consideration.
• Follow Christian principles in dealing with conflict with students, parents, staff, and administration.
• Supervise extracurricular activities, organizations, and outings as assigned.
• Utilize educational opportunities and evaluation processes for professional growth.
• Provide input and constructive recommendations for administrative and managerial functions in the school.