Upper School History Teacher

School Name: Snook Christian Academy

School City and State: Foley

School Website: www.snookchristian.org

Open Position Title: Upper School History Teacher

Date to Remove Job Post: August 01, 2025

Job Description: The upper school history and social studies teacher must be able to communicate effectively through a relational approach, encouraging students to take risks in learning and to demonstrate learning in innovative ways. The upper school history and social studies teacher is a part of the upper school faculty and reports to the upper school principal. All members of the faculty are expected to contribute to chapel and other spiritual development activities and other duties as assigned.

Major responsibilities:

• Prepare appropriate weekly lesson plans including instructional objectives, learning activities and assessments integrated with Biblical foundations

• Utilize appropriate educational technology

• Create and evaluate appropriate instructional and
  assessment methods

• Maintain appropriate pacing in accordance with the
  curriculum guide

• Maintain a collaborative relationship with all members of
  the faculty

• Demonstrate the maturity to inspire student learning and
  understanding of the age group

• Maintain a positive classroom environment, conducive to
  learning, yet open to questioning and participation

• Effectively communicate and partner with parents in the
  educational and spiritual development of students

• Support school initiatives and show support for student
  interests outside of the school day
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possess a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in history or a related content area

• Exhibit a strong faith and exemplary lifestyle.

• All applicants must be members of a local church, able to give a strong defense of their faith, and able to sign and abide by the SCA statement of faith to be considered

• Must be able to establish and maintain effective professional relationships

• Have experience using classroom technology, electronic resources, programs, and platforms

• Ability to accept direction and professional development

• Ability to exercise good judgment

Application Instructions: Please apply by submitting a resume, cover letter, and three references to:
Snook Christian Academy
18930 Co. Rd. 28
Foley, Alabama 36535
Attn: Lori Hadley
or
lhadley@snookchristian.org