Substitute

Job Details: Job Location: Calvary Church and Day School - Winston-Salem, NC, Position Type: Temporary, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Category: Substitute, Calvary Day School Mission Statement

Calvary Day School partners with parents 

to equip students to think, learn, and live from a Biblical worldview 
by integrating God’s Word into every aspect of life 
so they can impact the world for Christ.

CDS recognizes and affirms the ministry of teaching as a God-ordained vocation. Although teachers may not be “officially ordained” by a commonly known or recognized religious order, they are essential and full-time ministers of the Christian faith, the CDS Statement of Faith, and the educational philosophy and objectives of Calvary Day School to students, faculty, and co-workers. This document provides a framework of qualifications, duties, and responsibilities to ensure the orderly operation of an exemplary program at Calvary Day School. The teacher will prayerfully help students learn attitudes, skills, and subject matter that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible Christian men and women to the praise and glory of God.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES

Spiritual - The substitute teacher shall:

seek to be a role model in attitude, speech and actions with a consistent daily walk with Jesus Christ.
show by example the importance of Scripture study, prayer, witnessing, and unity in Christian fellowship.
follow the Matthew 18 principle in dealing with students, parents, staff, and administration.
motivate students to accept God's gift of salvation and grow in their faith.
lead students to a realization of their self-worth in Christ.

Essential Functions: The substitute teacher shall: 

adhere to the lesson plans and learning objectives set by the absent teacher.
effectively deliver the planned lessons, adapting their teaching style as needed to engage students and facilitate learning. 
facilitate classroom activities, conducting lessons, and ensuring students stay on task. 
be responsible for assigning homework, if planned, and explaining the instructions. 
assess student progress through quizzes, homework assignments, or other forms of evaluation, if in the lesson plans. 
maintain a safe and productive learning environment, enforcing classroom rules and procedures. 
 supervise students in the classroom, as well as during transitions, hallways, and other areas of the school. 
manage student behavior effectively, addressing any issues promptly and professionally, 
be responsible for the safety of students in their care, taking necessary precautions to protect them and the learning environment. 
ensure accurate records of student attendance. 
communicate with the regular teacher, school staff, and sometimes parents about student progress and classroom activities. 
 leave a summary report for the regular teacher, including information on student progress, behavior, and any important events that occurred during the day. 
act professionally, dress appropriately, be punctual, and follow all school rules and policies. 
be adaptable and flexible, as they may be assigned to different classrooms, grade levels, or subject areas. 

All expectations outlined in the Faculty & Staff Handbook and any supplemental handbooks must be adhered to per the handbook(s).

 
Qualifications: POSITION REQUIREMENTS OR STANDARDS

Professes Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord
Faithfully attend and support a local church whose beliefs are in agreement with the Statement of Faith of Calvary Day School
Relates Christian lifestyle and experience to daily life and work
Reflects the purpose of the school, which is to honor Christ in every activity
Affirm the ACSI Statement of Faith and abide by the Code of Professional Conduct, CDS Lifestyle Statement, and Christian Community Covenant
Have at least a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college/university