Lower School Teacher

Description

• Our mission is to prepare students to Think Biblically, Live Faithfully, and Lead Courageously to impact the world for Jesus Christ.
• Position Overview

Cherry Hills Christian School is seeking a Christ-centered, passionate, and collaborative educator to serve as a Lower School Teacher.

This position plays an essential role in advancing CHC's mission to prepare students to Think Biblically, Live Faithfully, and Lead Courageously to impact the world for Christ. The Lower School Teacher creates a nurturing, engaging, and academically excellent classroom environment where students are challenged to grow intellectually, spiritually, socially, and emotionally.

Our teachers are more than instructors, they are mentors, shepherds, and disciple-makers who model the love of Jesus and seek to fulfill the Great Commission through daily classroom life. They joyfully partner with students, parents, colleagues, and the broader school community to cultivate meaningful relationships and support the development of each child.

The ideal candidate is a dedicated and reflective educator who demonstrates a strong commitment to professional excellence, spiritual formation, and the transformational power of Christian education. This individual integrates a biblical worldview into instruction and classroom culture, differentiates learning to meet diverse student needs, and fosters a classroom community characterized by grace, curiosity, encouragement, and high expectations.

The Lower School Teacher reports to the Lower School Principal and collaborates closely with fellow teachers, school leadership, parents, and other members of the CHC community.

Key Responsibilities

Christ-Centered Teaching & Discipleship

• •Create a Christ-centered, nurturing classroom environment that fosters spiritual growth, academic curiosity, meaningful relationships, and student engagement
• •Integrate biblical principles and a biblical worldview naturally and intentionally throughout curriculum, instruction, classroom discussions, and daily interactions
• •Model Christlike character, demonstrating grace, humility, integrity, compassion, and a commitment to following Jesus
• •Encourage students to develop a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and grow in their understanding of what it means to live out their faith
• •Incorporate prayer, Scripture, worship, and biblical reflection into the rhythms of classroom life
• •Serve as a spiritual mentor and role model, guiding students in developing Christlike character and applying biblical principles to everyday decisions
• •Participate in chapel, school-wide spiritual formation activities, and other opportunities that support the spiritual life of the school
• •Cultivate an environment where students are encouraged to Think Biblically, Live Faithfully, and Lead Courageously

Instructional Planning & Academic Excellence

• •Design and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate instruction aligned with CHC's academic standards, curriculum, and educational philosophy
• •Develop purposeful lesson plans that promote critical thinking, creativity, problem-solving, collaboration, and a love of learning
• •Differentiate instruction to address varying academic abilities, learning styles, developmental stages, and individual student needs
• •Integrate biblical truth and a Christian worldview into subject-area instruction in meaningful and age-appropriate ways
• •Establish clear learning objectives and communicate appropriate academic expectations to students
• •Utilize a variety of instructional strategies, resources, and educational technologies to enhance student learning
• •Create opportunities for students to apply their knowledge, develop independence, and demonstrate understanding through meaningful learning experiences
• •Maintain a classroom environment that reflects a commitment to academic rigor, creativity, curiosity, and continuous growth

Student Assessment & Individualized Support

• •Regularly assess, monitor, and document student progress toward academic, developmental, and learning objectives
• •Use formative and summative assessment data to inform instructional decisions and adjust teaching strategies
• •Identify students who may need additional academic support or enrichment and collaborate with appropriate school personnel to develop responsive strategies
• •Provide timely, constructive, and encouraging feedback that helps students understand their progress and take ownership of their learning
• •Maintain accurate student records, assessment information, and other required documentation
• •Partner with learning support staff, specialists, and school leadership to support students with diverse learning needs
• •Celebrate individual student growth and recognize opportunities to encourage perseverance, confidence, and academic achievement

Classroom Leadership & Student Development

• •Establish and maintain a well-organized, safe, and engaging classroom that supports learning and reflects CHC's Christ-centered values
• •Implement consistent classroom management practices grounded in grace, respect, accountability, and biblical principles
• •Develop clear classroom expectations, routines, and procedures that promote responsibility, self-discipline, and positive behavior
• •Foster a culture of belonging where students feel known, valued, encouraged, and supported
• •Guide students in developing healthy relationships, conflict-resolution skills, empathy, and respect for others
• •Address behavioral and relational challenges with wisdom, consistency, compassion, and appropriate communication with parents and school leadership
• •Support the social and emotional development of students while encouraging resilience, responsibility, and Christlike character.
• •Maintain appropriate supervision and prioritize student safety and well-being at all times

Family Communication & Partnership

• •Build meaningful, collaborative relationships with parents and guardians, recognizing them as essential partners in their children's academic and spiritual development
• •Communicate regularly, clearly, and proactively regarding student progress, classroom activities, academic expectations, and important classroom information
• •Provide timely communication regarding student successes, concerns, behavioral needs, and opportunities for additional support
• •Respond to parent questions and concerns with professionalism, empathy, discretion, and a commitment to partnership
• •Participate in parent-teacher conferences and other opportunities to discuss student growth and development
• •Work collaboratively with families to reinforce learning, character development, and spiritual formation between home and school
• •Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when communicating about students and families

Collaboration & Professional Growth

• •Collaborate regularly with grade-level teammates, fellow teachers, learning support staff, and school leadership to promote consistency and excellence across the Lower School
• •Participate in curriculum planning, instructional collaboration, team meetings, and school-wide initiatives.
• •Contribute positively to a unified, mission-aligned learning community
• •Pursue ongoing professional development and remain current with effective instructional practices, educational research, and relevant teaching strategies
• •Reflect on instructional effectiveness, seek feedback, and demonstrate a growth mindset and commitment to continuous improvement
• •Participate fully in school events, chapel, professional development, faculty meetings, and other school-wide activities
• •Demonstrate initiative, flexibility, sound judgment, and a willingness to contribute beyond the classroom when needed
• •Model the ideal team player traits: humble, hungry, people-smart, positive, and loyal
• •Perform other duties as assigned in support of the mission of Cherry Hills Christian School

Measures of Success

The Lower School Teacher will be successful when they: