K–12 Classical Christian Faculty InstructorLa Luz Christian Academy
The Teacher at La Luz Christian Academy cultivates a Christ-centered classroom where students grow in knowledge, wisdom, and wonder. This role draws out multiple fields of study from each subject, develops strong number sense, and fosters a love for God’s creation. The Teacher serves students, families, and the school through clear communication, encouragement, sacrificial care, thoughtful lesson planning, and engaging instruction. Using a blend of animation, lecturing, coaching, and classroom facilitation, the Teacher supports student learning and develops curriculum based on both subject mastery and student readiness. The Teacher also leads the classroom with loving, consistent discipline that forms both character and habits of learning.
A Teacher is ready to fulfill the mission of La Luz Christian Academy in the following ways:
Disciple children
Teach all that God has commanded
Train in discernment
Provide robust Liberal Arts academic instruction that is distinctly Christian
Use the Trivium to train in the art of words
Use the Quadrivium to train in the art of numbers
Inspire wonder of God and love for His creation
Meet academic objectives
Tailor learning to the individual child
Equip students in critical thinking skills
Engage with families
Communicate effectively
Give timely feedback on academic progress
Give timely feedback regarding discipline
Create an annual curriculum map for all courses of instruction
Submit weekly lesson plans
Consistently assess students for progress through approved means
Study all material deeply to become a “living curriculum”
Facilitate deep study of various subjects in the classroom
Animate material to engage students
Coach students in a tailored approach to education, helping them invest the talent God has given
Enter grades within 48 hours for timely feedback
Attend all designated faculty trainings/meetings
Observe struggling students and make recommendations to the Head of School for suggested learning goals
Foster a well-ordered atmosphere through classroom discipleship
Maintain a well-organized classroom
Ensure students are active learners, both mentally and physically
A heart for the gospel
A heart for children
A robust background in Humanities and/or the willingness to study intentionally
A deep understanding of numbers
A love of God’s creation that is communicated effectively
A desire to train and equip the next generation
A natural intuition in the classroom
An ability to be flexible in delivery methods
An ability to lead a small classroom in a loving and disciplined manner
An ability to patiently mentor through discipleship
*Classical Liberal Arts Education background or equivalent experience
*Applicants that do not have a robust background in Classical Liberal Arts Education are welcome to apply but must be willing to engage in rigorous training to prepare for the first academic year.
Our educational philosophy is rooted in the Christian liberal arts tradition, drawing on the rich heritage of the trivium and quadrivium. Through the "art of words" and the "art of numbers," we cultivate students who can think critically and thoughtfully. To deepen understanding, we engage students in interactive learning, applying knowledge in meaningful ways. Grounded in God’s Word, our goal is to equip students to reason, discuss, and comprehend the complexities of the world. We believe each student is uniquely gifted by God and, like the parable of the talents, we encourage them to invest and develop their abilities to maximize their God-given potential for His glory and the service of others.
