Elementary Teacher
School Name: Harding Academy
School City and State: SEARCY
School Website: https://hardingwildcats.com/
Open Position Title: Elementary Teacher
Date to Remove Job Post: July 01, 2025
Job Description: Supervises students within the classroom and other assigned areas; develops lesson plans and delivers group and individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines; collaborates with other teachers, other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom issues; responds to a wide range of inquiries from students’ parents or guardians regarding instructional activities and student progress.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Adapts classroom work for the purpose of providing students with instructional materials that address individualized learning plans within established lesson plans.
Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of communicating expectations; student's achievements; developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.
Assesses student progress towards objectives, expectations, and/or goals for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents and administration.
Demonstrates methods required to perform classroom and/or subject specific assignments for the purpose of providing an effective program that addresses individual student requirements.
Provides biblical instruction consistent with the mission and aims of the school. Supervises students during elementary chapel daily.
Manages student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
Monitors students in a variety of educational environments (e.g. classroom, playground, field trips, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
Participates in a variety of meetings and trainings for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of documenting student progress and meeting mandated requirements.
Reports incidents for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment and adhering to Student Handbook and school policies.
Cooperates with others (teachers, parents, administrators, etc.) to facilitate resolving issues, providing information and/or direction.
Supports other staff for the purpose of assisting them in the implementation of established curriculum and/or individual student plans.
QUALIFICATIONS
This position requires an individual to be a member in good standing of the church of Christ. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty at a fully acceptable level. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, and other behaviors required.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Valid K-6 teaching certificate from the State of Arkansas. Previous teaching experience is preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, & OTHER
Cooperation - Openly shares information, knowledge and expertise with co-workers and cooperates with other members to achieve the workgroup’s goals; puts the interest of the University/unit ahead of accomplishing individual goals.
Service Orientation - Understands the perspective and requirements of the customer, both internal and external; does what it takes to serve the customer to meet or exceed their expectations and anticipates future needs of the customer.
Dependability - Consistently takes responsibility for completing work on time and follows through on commitments; acts with integrity and trustworthiness. Available for work on a consistent and timely basis with infrequent unplanned absences.
Confidentiality – Understands and respects University policy and state and federal regulations concerning the restrictions of information disclosure.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
Ability to plan and implement promotional programs.
Ability to evaluate, design, and implement curriculum, testing, and/or teaching methodologies.
Skill in independent problem solving and ability to analyze situations and create action plans.
Ability to display tact and courtesy.
Application Instructions: Please complete the Harding Academy Teacher application found at the following link:
https://fs2.formsite.com/hardinghr/form51/index
