Be An Educator

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Ridge Academy Mission Statement

To give students an academic education founded in faith and rooted in the Word of God, preparing them to be Christ-centered community leaders and disciples.

Ridge Academy is looking for individuals who are equipped and called to serve in Christian Education. Our faculty and staff are committed to the mission and core values of the school.

They have chosen a lifestyle that reflects continual growth in Christ.
They model their Christian beliefs and values in words and actions.

Application Process

Position Applying For

Please complete and submit the Ridge Academy Employment Application along with:

A professional reference
A Pastoral/Spiritual Leader reference
PA Child Abuse History Clearance
PA Criminal Record Check
FBI Fingerprinting

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree
PA Teacher Certification Preferred
Demonstrate a mature relationship with Jesus Christ
Experience working with children
Passion for Christian education and the ability to inspire students
Excellent knowledge of child development and educational practices
Creative teaching abilities
Ability to foster and facilitate intellectual, social, and spiritual development of children

High School Diploma
Experience working with children
Associate or Bachelor's Degree preferred

Responsibilities

Report to Principal/Administration
Create meaningful lesson plans from a Christian Worldview
Exhibit a genuine nurturing and caring attitude towards all students
Utilize curriculum mapping to ensure completion of the required curriculum
Plan meaningful and educational classwork
Regularly communicate with parents
Enforce rules following school policy

Implements the lessons set by the lead teacher
Preserves the continuity of the classroom by following the routines, procedures, and classroom management system established by the lead teacher.
Defers to the knowledge and experience of the teacher’s aide when seeking to understand the children and their needs.
Communicates with students in a patient, encouraging manner.

Employment Application

Ridge Academy does not discriminate in hiring or in terms and conditions of employment based on an individual’s race, color, sex, age, disability or national origin.
As a Christian school, compliance with Ridge Academy’s Guiding Beliefs is considered an occupational qualification under Sections 702 & 703 of Title VII of 1964 Civil Rights Act, as amended, and will have a direct impact on employment consideration.

Date of Application

Personal Information

Name(Required)

First Middle Last

Address(Required)

Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code

Home Phone

Cell Phone(Required)

Email(Required)

I am available to work

Full Time

Part Time

Other

Other(Required)

Employment Background

Please begin with your present or most recent job, including any military service assignments.

Employer Name #1

Job Title

Start Date

End Date

Address

Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code

Telephone

Work Performed

Supervisor Name

May We Contact?

Yes

Employer Name #2

Job Title

Start Date

End Date

Address

Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code

Telephone

Work Performed

Supervisor Name

May We Contact?

Yes

Employer Name #3

Job Title

Start Date

End Date

Address

Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code

Telephone

Work Performed

Supervisor Name

May We Contact?

Yes

Volunteer Background

Please begin with your most recent church or community service.

Church/Organization Name

Dates of service

Description of service

Address

Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code

Telephone

Church/Organization Name

Dates of service

Description of service

Address

Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code

Telephone

Specialized Skills

Please list any skills, training, or achievements applicable to Ridge Academy employment.

Spiritual Life

Briefly describe your Christian testimony including when you accepted Jesus Christ as your Savior.

Why do you want to work at Ridge Academy?

Describe your current prayer and Bible study practices.

Name of your church

Address of your church

Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code

Do you regularly attend?

Yes

Pastor's name

Employee Interest

We would love to learn more about you.

Faith Statement(Required)

Share your personal Christian testimony and how you came to know Jesus Christ.

Biblical Authority(Required)

Explain the authority the Bible has in the world and in your life.

Church Affiliations(Required)

Share your church involvement including memberships, attendance practice, and the ways you have served within your church community.

Personal Spiritual Growth(Required)

Describe your regular methods of personal, spiritual growth.

Biblical Worldview(Required)

How would you define a biblical worldview? How does a biblical worldview influence how a Christian today deals with cultural, social, and political landscape?

Parenting in Education(Required)

What do you believe Scripture teaches about the role of the parents in educating children and how would you support them?

Salvation(Required)

Describe your understanding of man’s basic nature and the basis for salvation. What are your beliefs based on?

Marriage Beliefs(Required)

What do you believe Scripture teaches about marriage?

Gender Identity(Required)

Describe how you engage with the topic of gender identify. What are your personal views on gender?

Philosophy of Christian Education(Required)

Describe what your philosophy of Christian education is and what motivates you to work at a Christian school.

Teaching style(Required)

Describe your personal style of instruction and what personal strengths you use in classroom teaching.

Effectiveness(Required)

What skills, abilities, and strengths do you possess that make you an effective teacher?

Leading Students(Required)

What evidence exists that suggests that you motivate and inspire students?

Discipleship(Required)

Describe a discipleship relationship that you have had with a student in the past few years. (Do not use the student’s name.)

Classroom Discipline(Required)

What is your philosophy of discipline?

Distinguishing factors of Christian Education(Required)

What is your understanding of the philosophical difference between Christian and secular education? What are the main characteristics that distinguish a Christian school from a public school?

Ambassador for Christian Education(Required)

How would you share with a parent why your classroom is worth the tuition in comparison to free, public school education?

Biblical Truth(Required)

How would you make biblical truth relevant to students in your classes?

Skills, Interests, Competencies(Required)

What other skills, interests, and competencies could you bring to this position?