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Instructional Faculty – History

This position offices in-person, on campus

Faculty members at Valor Christian High School are charged with preparing tomorrow’s leaders to transform the world for Christ. Valor Faculty live out a compelling relationship with Jesus Christ, which is central to daily instruction and interactions with students, parents and team members. Valor Faculty are not only masters of the curriculum, but they see each student as a unique individual to be known and loved. Faculty members prepare students for college and mentor students in all aspects of their academic and spiritual development.

Valor Christian High School is a decidedly Christian, college preparatory school whose core values honor a biblical foundation. Valor employees are faith-filled, joyful believers who are active in a local, Christian church whose beliefs are in alignment with the school’s Statement of Beliefs. They are both called and committed to the school’s vision and mission and seamlessly integrate faith into their daily work. You will be most successful if you have a true servant’s heart, a teachable spirit, a love for the Lord Jesus Christ, and a commitment to the school’s beliefs and values.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Possess and Model a Growing Relationship with Christ

●        Pursue full devotion to Christ and live a life that reflects that authenticity

●        Model the fruits of the spirit in communications, relationships and daily work

●        Demonstrate teachability and a willing heart for service

●        Embody others-centered, servant-leadership in all interactions

Demonstrate Trustworthy Commitment to Valor’s Christian Community

●        Accept and uphold Valor’s values and beliefs as found in the Statement of Beliefs, Christian Community Policy, and Valor Culture Document

●        Accept and abide by all affirmations in Valor’s Annual Statement of Commitment

●        Be relationally involved in the life/lives of our students with a heart of service and mission

●        Seamlessly and deliberately integrate Biblical truth and Christian values into daily work

 

Possess a Commitment to Instructional Excellence

●       Sensitivity to political, social, and economic issues from a biblical and historical perspective as well as a seamless and deliberate integration of essential Biblical truths related to Christian unity, the God-given dignity of each person, mutual love and affection within the body of Christ, and the necessity of intentional and respectful dialog on a variety of topics in history-related fields

●       Present an honest approach to history that is gospel-centered and seeks unity while not being tied to specific political or social ideologies, thus allowing students to explore the rights and wrongs in history through the voices of those who lived then.

●       Implore meaningful instructional techniques and texture in the classroom to engage a variety of learning styles and promote critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and innovation

●       Provide a learning environment and classroom management style built upon mutual respect and conducive to student learning

●       Understand the curriculum of a wide range of History courses (college preparatory, honors, AP, etc.)

Commitment to Student Centricity

●        Demonstrate a love for students and a desire to personally invest in their spiritual, emotional and social maturation

●        Invest in the lives of students through Life Groups, mentorship, and other connection opportunities within Athletics, Arts, and Discovery

●        Compassionately respond to the intellectual, social, emotional, physical, and spiritual needs of each student

●        Consistently partner and communicate with parents in the shared desire of student growth, spiritual development, and achievement

●        Engage in ongoing communication and collaboration with Valor team members in order to strengthen student performance and support

Serve Wholeheartedly as an Exceptional Teammate

●        Uphold and embody Valor’s culture as set forth in the Valor Culture Document

●        Model servant leadership, grace and love in all relationships and interactions

●        Develop relationships with colleagues with goals of teamwork, relational unity and spiritual growth

●        Provide team support regarding all matters, processes and initiatives

●        Demonstrate loyalty to teammates in action and word

●        Assist Team members to facilitate school-wide wins

Demonstrate a Commitment to Fulfilling Valor’s Vision and Mission

●        Assume collaborative responsibility for Operating Plan Goals and Fiscal stewardship

●        Be a ‘culture- keeper’

Demonstrate a Commitment to Growth

●        Participate in Valor Team meetings, Chapel and weekly meetings with Team/Supervisor

●        Demonstrate teachability and receptive to feedback

●        Pursue professional/personal/spiritual growth and development

●        Participate in the broader ministry of Valor by contributing of time, talent and treasure beyond assigned role responsibilities

 

RELATIONSHIPS

●       History Department Chair and History Team

●       Director of Academics

●       Academic Support Team

●       Parents and Students

●       Other Valor departments and team members as needed

 

RESULTS

●       Valor excels in advancing Valor’s Student Outcomes including: spiritual formation, college preparedness, and cultural engagement

●       Through economics and history classes and teacher interactions, students will have the opportunity to experience God’s love and know that God has a plan and purpose for their life

●       Students will display college and career competencies in language, oratory, writing, reading, research, and discussion

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

●        Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a discipline closely related to economics or other history related areas

●        Advanced Degree in a history related area is preferred

●        Experience in teaching Advanced Placement including AP Microeconomics and AP Macroeconomics

●        Solid biblical and theological foundation and understanding

●        Desire to teach and/or experience within Christian education

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The same basic physical demands described here are the same for all employees to successfully perform the essential functions of their jobs. Employees must periodically lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and could occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral/depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics are varied and include classroom, office, and outdoor events while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is also varied.
POSITION TYPE: A, This position offices in-person

HOURS PER WEEK: Full-time

SUPERVISOR: History Department Chair

PAY RANGE: $42,000-$60,000

START DATE: August 1, 2023