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First Baptist Academy

First Baptist Academy’s Middle School is seeking a full time Middle School Science Teacher for the 2022-2023 school year. FBA offers a supportive, collegial environment, and asks educators to encourage students to challenge themselves academically, while growing in moral development rooted in a relevant Biblical Worldview.  The Middle School Science teacher will work with closely in a 7^th/8^th grade teaching team and report to the Middle School Principal.

Mission Statement:

Our mission is to equip students with the Truth of God’s Word while developing their character, intellect, and potential to Explore, Create, Challenge, and Lead.

MAJOR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrate knowledge of planning and implementing effective teaching strategies for students in middle school
• Communicate with parents during the school year through regular correspondence and portal postings
• Engage with team members through collaboration and shared interest in being a member of the full community
• Pursue professional development
• Actively engage in student life, helping each student find his/her place in God’s unfolding story
• Encourage the growth of the whole student by holding students accountable to academics, as well as high Biblical character

 EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS, MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & CREDENTIALS:

• Display authentic Christian character and a desire to work in a Christian environment
• Earned a bachelor’s degree from an accredited, TEA certified school; Masters preferred
• Hold current Texas teacher certification
• Experienced at least two year’s full-time teaching in a rigorous academic setting
• Demonstrate excellent writing skills and strong verbal communications skills with families and colleagues
• Enjoys being a positive member of the professional faculty team in a highly collaborative environment
• Share knowledge of current trends in education, including the use of technology to improve the quality of education delivered to students
• Has an openness to teach an elective for middle school students

  BENEFITS:

  • Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience
  • Group medical insurance coverage for employee
  • Dental and vision insurance available
  • Life Insurance, AD&D and Long-term disability coverage for employee
  • 403(b) matching
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition Discount
  • Fitness Center Discount

    Background Check Statement:

    FBA conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

    First Baptist Academy is a Christian school dedicated to the development of moral character, the enrichment of spiritual lives, and the perpetuation of growth in Christian ideals in an environment that is academically rigorous-enriched with the truth of scripture and a relevant Biblical Worldview.  

    It is the policy of First Baptist Academy not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law except those exclusions specifically provided to Religious Organizations.

About First Baptist Academy

First Baptist Academy (FBA), is a private college preparatory school in the Galleria area of Houston, TX for students from early childhood through eighth grade . First Baptist Academy was founded in 1998 and is an independently governed ministry of Houston’s First Baptist Church. Current student enrollment is approximately 500 students EE through 8th grade. FBA maintains accreditations through ISAS, AdvancEd (SACS), ACTABS, and is located in the heart of the thriving City of Houston. Our mission is to equip students with the Truth of God’s Word while developing their character, intellect, and potential to Explore, Create, Challenge, and Lead. First Baptist Academy is a Christian school dedicated to the development of moral character, the enrichment of spiritual lives, and the perpetuation of growth in Christian ideals in an environment that is academically rigorous-enriched with the truth of scripture and a relevant Biblical Worldview. It is the policy of First Baptist Academy not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law ...except those exclusions specifically provided to Religious Organizations. FBA conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

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