The Society of Classical Christian Education (SocCe) operates faith-based schools designed to teach all subjects as an integrated whole while emphasizing rich content, the tools of learning (grammar, logic, and rhetoric), and the development and flow of western civilization.

Reading Specialist (Part-Time, 0.4 FTE)

Essential Responsibilities

• Teach assigned subjects in accordance with the school's curriculum, educational philosophy, and scope and sequence.
• Integrate a biblical worldview throughout instruction and employ age-appropriate classical teaching methods that cultivate wonder, attentiveness, critical thinking, and a love of learning.
• Plan and deliver engaging instruction that supports student growth in knowledge, understanding, skill, and character.
• Assess student learning, maintain accurate records, and provide timely, constructive feedback to students and parents.
• Foster an orderly, joyful, and respectful classroom environment that promotes both academic excellence and Christian character.
• Model Christian virtues and encourage students to develop responsibility, diligence, perseverance, and self-discipline.
• Communicate with parents frequently regarding student progress, classroom activities, and areas of concern.
• Partner with parents in supporting each student's academic, spiritual, and character development.
• Collaborate with faculty, administration, and parents to support student success and advance the school's mission.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, school events, student activities, and other assigned responsibilities.
• Support enrollment, retention, and community-building efforts through positive relationships, professional excellence, and faithful service.
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional growth and the pursuit of excellence in teaching and student formation.
• Support the mission, values, and Christian character of the school in all interactions with students, parents, and staff.

Qualifications and Expectations

• Profess and model a sincere Christian faith and support the school's Statement of Faith, mission, and educational philosophy.
• Demonstrate a love for students and a passion for teaching from a classical Christian worldview.
• Serve as a Christlike role model in character, speech, and conduct.
• Possess strong classroom management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Demonstrate a commitment to academic excellence, student formation, and professional growth.
• Maintain professional standards of conduct, collaboration, confidentiality, and communication.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Teaching experience preferred.
• Familiarity with classical Christian education, or a willingness to learn and embrace its philosophy, strongly preferred.
• Demonstrable effectiveness through observations, family feedback, and goal attainment.

Desired Characteristics

• Appreciation for classical education and its emphasis on wisdom, virtue, and the cultivation of the whole person.
• Ability to inspire wonder, delight, and a lifelong love of learning.
• Commitment to cultivating both academic excellence and virtuous character.
• Ability to partner effectively with parents in the education and formation of students.
• Enthusiasm for helping students recognize truth, goodness, and beauty as reflections of God's character.
• Delight in helping students grow in wisdom, knowledge, and faith as they prepare to serve God and their communities.