Job Overview

Location: Evergreen Christian Academy, Greenville, NC Job Type: Part-time, 3 days/week on-site, 2 days/week overseeing homeschool Reports to: School Board

Position Overview:

Evergreen Christian Academy (ECA) is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic 1st grade Teacher to join our close-knit community. This is a part-time position that involves both on-site and responsibilities related to overseeing homeschool teaching. The ideal candidate will be passionate about early childhood education, grounded in Christian values, and able to foster a supportive, nurturing, and academically challenging environment for young learners. The position is split between 3 days of in-person classroom teaching and 2 days of overseeing at home education, creating a flexible and dynamic teaching experience.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

On-Site Classroom Teaching (3 days/week):

• Provide engaging, developmentally appropriate instruction in all subjects.
• Integrate Christian values into daily lessons and activities, modeling Christ-centered behavior.
• Create a warm, welcoming, and structured classroom environment that encourages student participation and fosters social-emotional development.
• Develop and implement lesson plans that meet the individual needs of students while adhering to the school's curriculum and educational standards.
• Monitor and assess student progress, providing feedback and additional support as needed.
• Foster collaboration and positive communication with parents (co-teachers) through regular updates, conferences, and progress reports.
• Assist students in developing foundational skills, such as literacy, numeracy, fine motor skills, and socialization.

Homeschool Teaching (2 days/week):

• Implement lessons plans for students to be completed at home, ensuring alignment with on-site classroom instruction.
• Provide clear instructions and expectations for at home days, balancing academic work with hands-on activities and interactive learning.
• Communicate regularly with parents (co-teachers) to track student progress, answer questions, and provide guidance for homeschooling activities.
• Maintain office hours on homeschool days to address any questions or provide support to parents (co-teachers).
• Track and record progress for each student on at home days, ensuring a cohesive learning experience between on-site and at-home teaching.

General Responsibilities:

• Create a safe, nurturing environment where students feel valued and supported.
• Actively participate in school community events.
• Collaborate with fellow educators, administrators, and parents (co-teachers) to ensure the overall success of the K-1 program.
• Adhere to school policies, including those related to curriculum, safety, and Christian principles.
• Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills and stay current with best practices in early childhood education.
• Complete administrative tasks that pertain to the school and classroom as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or related field (preferred).
• Experience teaching young children in a classroom setting and/or homeschool environments.
• A deep personal commitment to the Christian faith and the ability to incorporate Christian teachings into the classroom.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with parents (co-teachers) and colleagues.
• Ability to adapt and be flexible in a part-time, split-teaching role.
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices for young learners.
• Certification in early childhood education or teaching credential (or willingness to obtain).
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• A background check is required for this position.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to engage with children on the floor or at their level for hands-on activities.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds (e.g., for classroom materials or student assistance).
• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods of time during classroom instruction.