Description
We are looking for a passionate, kingdom-focused Secondary Social Studies Teacher with a heart to share the Gospel through the venue of international Christian education.
(Specific grade levels and courses will be assigned according to educational training, experience, and preference.)
Small class sizes and a close-knit, international community make this an ideal setting for reaching students for Christ both in the classroom and through a wide variety of extra-curricular activities.
AAI Mission: AAI Exists to develop followers of Jesus Christ who live with a focus on eternity, provide students with a U.S. style of education based on the highest standards of educational excellence, and provide a caring community where students are taught to be critical in their thinking, multicultural in their understanding, and compassionate in their dealings with others.
AAI Ends: Students achieve their potential as ambassadors for the Kingdom of Christ at a cost that is justifiable by the results. Students thrive as life-long learners. Students follow Christ and live with a focus on eternity. Students readily engage in diverse cultures and communities. Students mature as whole persons.
Position Purpose / Description: The Secondary Social Studies Teacher contributes to the fulfillment of the Academy’s Ends and Mission as a primary agent involved in the educational experience of AAI students. As a professional and Christ-centered educator, the teacher impacts the intellectual, social, and spiritual development of students. Through interaction with parents, the teacher also has the opportunity to serve and minister professionally and spiritually.
Supervision: The Secondary Social Studies Teacher reports to and is under the direction and supervision of the Principal
Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Teach Secondary Social Studies Teacher(7-12th grade) as assigned by the Secondary Principal.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of curriculum and corresponding documentation for assigned classes, as consistent with changes in AAI Bible standards and Ecuadorian Ministry of Education requirements.
- Employ technology as appropriate to enhance instruction and learning.
- Maintain accurate records of students’ progress in class and on examinations.
- Keep order in the classroom and handle student behavior issues in accordance with school system policies.
- Communicate students’ progress to parents, particularly regarding students who need tutoring or other extra assistance.
- Post grades and send grade reports to parents as required via Renweb (FACTS).
- Provide appropriate resources and learning materials for students.
- Identify and implement varying teaching methods that work best for students who learn differently.
- Maintain an orderly classroom.
- Mentor students during and after school hours by participating in extracurricular activities and discipleship activities. May include evenings and weekends on occasion
Work Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:45 am – 4:15 pm
AAI Treatment of Staff: By virtue of Board personnel policy and institutional commitment, the Director will ensure that conditions are safe, fair, dignified, and organized. This job description is prepared, in part, to assure compliance with this policy. Appointment to this position does not represent a guarantee of indefinite employment.
Requirements
General Qualifications: Consistent with those established in the AAI Policy and Procedures Manual.
Minimum educational background/degree:
- Bachelor's degree in Secondary Social Studies Education or related field AND teacher certification through ASCI or a U.S. certification program or the equivalent of an education degree/certificate in a non-US country.
- Minimum job-related experience: Successful completion of a student-teaching practicum; 1 year of classroom teaching experience preferred
- English and/or Spanish proficiency level: Native English (C2). Conversational Spanish proficiency is preferred.
Unique Qualifications: Ability to relate to and work well with youth ages 12-18
