JOB REQUIREMENTS: Academy of Excellence, Inc., a K-12 Christ-centered school, seeks a Classroom Teacher to teach at its school in Milwaukee, WI. Candidate will manage a classroom and provide education consistent with AoE\'s Christian Mission and policies and in a manner conductive to education; plan, prepare, and use instructional strategies to advance education; employ approved curriculum and modify to meet students\' needs consistent with professional standards; record assessments; reference and draw attention to Christian Worldview principles as outlined through the Scriptures as it relates to life and academic education; maintain records for attendance, assessments, planning, conduct, conferences, and communication to parents; identify hindrances to education and strive to minimize or eliminate them; develop a sense of community in classroom and families; keep parents informed of student progress; ensure the safety, health, education, advancement, and protection of students; collaborate with peers to enhance the instructional environment; continue training in education; and participate and attend school related meetings, open houses, conferences, and events. Bachelor of Education, Mathematics Education or related or equivalent education, experience or training to a bachelor\'s degree, plus 3 yrs exp in education or related required. Submit resumes to rachel.brownell@mkeacademy.com . Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students. Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students\' varying needs and interests. Instruct students individually and in groups, using teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations. Confer with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students\' behavioral and academic problems. Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks. Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities. Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play. Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students. Observe and evaluate students\' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health. Enforce administration policies and rules governing students. Read books to entire classes or small groups. Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate. Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children\'s progress and to determine priorities for their children and their resource needs. Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula. Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students\' progress. Use computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations. Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations. Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students\' needs and progress. Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, and storytelling. Assign and grade class work and homework. Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage. Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools. Prepare for assigned classes and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisors. Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to main ain and improve professional competence. Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration. Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of elementary school programs. Organize and label materials and display students\' work. Supervise, evaluate, and plan assignments for teacher assistants and volunteers. Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, visits by guest speakers or other experiential activities, and guide students in learning from those activities. Administer standardized ability and achievement tests, and interpret results to determine student strengths and needs. Attend staff meetings and serve on committees, as required. Perform administrative duties, such as school library assistance, hall and cafeteria monitoring, and bus loading and unloading. Involve parent volunteers and older students in children\'s activities to facilitate involvement in focused, complex play. Select, store, order, issue, and inventory classroom equipment, materials, and supplies. Provide disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities, such as restrooms. Sponsor extracurricular activities, such as clubs, student organizations, and academic contests. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: E-Mail a Rsum: rachel.brownell@mkeacademy.com