CAREERS

Position Overview

First Baptist Academy is seeking a full time Middle School Science Teacher for the 2022-2023 school year. FBA offers a supportive, collegial environment, and asks educators to encourage students to challenge themselves academically, while growing in moral development rooted in a relevant Biblical Worldview.

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge of planning and implementing effective teaching strategies for students in Middle School.
• Communicate with parents during the school year through regular correspondence and portal postings.
• Engage with team members through collaboration and shared interest in being a member of the full community.
• Pursue professional development.
• Actively engage in student life, helping each student find his/her place in God’s unfolding story.
• Encourage the growth of the whole student by holding students accountable to academics, as well as high Biblical character.

Required Qualifications

• Display authentic Christian character and a desire to work in a Christian environment.
• Earned a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited, TEA certified school; Masters preferred.
• Hold current Texas teacher certification.
• Experienced at least two year’s full-time teaching in a rigorous academic setting.
• Demonstrate excellent writing skills and strong verbal communications skills with families and colleagues.
• Enjoys being a positive member of the professional faculty team in a highly collaborative environment.
• Share knowledge of current trends in education, including the use of technology to improve the quality of education delivered to students.
• Has an openness to teach an elective for middle school students.

Background Check Statement

FBA conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

First Baptist Academy is a Christian school dedicated to the development of moral character, the enrichment of spiritual lives, and the perpetuation of growth in Christian ideals in an environment that is academically rigorous-enriched with the truth of scripture and a relevant Biblical Worldview.

The mission of First Baptist Academy is to equip students with the Truth of God’s Word while developing their character, intellect, and potential to EXPLORE, CREATE, CHALLENGE, and LEAD.

Position Overview

First Baptist Academy is seeking an art teacher/instructional aide for the 2022-2023 school year. This position will be full-time and teach art classes to PreK3-Kindergarten students and serve as an instructional aide for Bridge Kindergarten through Second Grade classes. Instructional aides also perform other daily duties as directed by the Principal for PreK3-Second Grades. The ideal candidate is an active Christian who has a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university. Texas teacher’s certification is also preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Art Teacher Responsibilities
  • ­Diligent in curriculum planning, implementing instruction, and executing effective classroom management strategies for early childhood and elementary aged students.
  • ­Create lesson plans based on current Texas PreK Art Guidelines and Elementary TEKS.
  • ­Instruct students in developing creative expression using a variety of media, appreciating art history and culture, and analyzing and responding to artworks of self and others.
  • ­Inventory and organize art room materials regularly and distribute art materials to teachers, as needed, for classroom related projects.
  • ­Communicate with parents during the school year, as needed, and through grade reporting.
  • ­Pursue professional development in course preparation and art techniques and disciplines.
  • ­Engage in student life, helping each student find his/her place in God’s unfolding story.

• Instructional Aide Responsibilities
  • ­Support and collaborate with classroom teachers in instruction, planning, and preparation of class materials.
  • ­Support students during class work such as collaborative groups and independent work activities.
  • ­Monitor student behavior using positive redirection and Love and Logic classroom techniques.
  • ­Keep classroom teacher informed of any needs or problems of individual students.
  • ­Assist with other duties, as assigned, including, but not limited to lunchroom, recess, carpool, early morning.

Background Check Statement

FBA conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

First Baptist Academy is a Christian school dedicated to the development of moral character, the enrichment of spiritual lives, and the perpetuation of growth in Christian ideals in an environment that is academically rigorous-enriched with the truth of scripture and a relevant Biblical Worldview.

The mission of First Baptist Academy is to equip students with the Truth of God’s Word while developing their character, intellect, and potential to EXPLORE, CREATE, CHALLENGE, and LEAD.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee 7^th and 8^th Grade cheer team
• Stipend seasonal position
• Plan and teach weekly dances and cheers for team
• Manage team on sidelines during all football games
• Plan Mini Warriors
• Plan and facilitate pep rallies
• Attend all daily practices

Required Qualifications

• Strong Christian character
• Strong leadership, management, and team-building skills
• Background in cheer or dance (preferably in coaching)

Background Check Statement

FBA conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

First Baptist Academy is a Christian school dedicated to the development of moral character, the enrichment of spiritual lives, and the perpetuation of growth in Christian ideals in an environment that is academically rigorous-enriched with the truth of scripture and a relevant Biblical Worldview.

The mission of First Baptist Academy is to equip students with the Truth of God’s Word while developing their character, intellect, and potential to EXPLORE, CREATE, CHALLENGE, and LEAD.

Position Overview

Position Overview

First Baptist Academy is seeking a Part Time Assistant to join the Primary School team. The Primary School Part-Time Assistant position is Monday-Friday from 12:00-6:00PM. The ideal applicant should have experience with children ages Infant through 5 years old. The applicant must be an active Christian, be nurturing, love children and be able to relate to them.

Required Qualifications

• Candidate must be in good health with the physical stamina and agility to work with children.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds.
• Have the ability to sit frequently on the floor with children, stand for periods of 30 minutes, walk at a steady pace, and bend at the knee and squat while attending to the children's bathroom needs.
• Needs to work well in a team environment alongside two assistants as well as with the Director of Early Childhood and Office Administration.
• Must accrue at least 24 hours of training in applicable areas of each child development studies.
• Keep up with current developments in education by voluntarily attending professional meetings, working on advanced degrees, etc.

Background Check Statement

FBA conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

First Baptist Academy is a Christian school dedicated to the development of moral character, the enrichment of spiritual lives, and the perpetuation of growth in Christian ideals in an environment that is academically rigorous-enriched with the truth of scripture and a relevant Biblical Worldview.

The mission of First Baptist Academy is to equip students with the Truth of God’s Word while developing their character, intellect, and potential to EXPLORE, CREATE, CHALLENGE, and LEAD.

Position Overview

First Baptist Academy is seeking Encore Staff to join our school year team. This role is a part-time position that oversees the students that must remain on campus after school is out until their parents are able to pick up the students. The hours of the position are from 2:45PM-6:15PM from the first day of school through the last day of school (9 1/2 months). Holidays are consistent with the school calendar.

• Supervise the children involved in the Encore program.
• Follow the schedule of each grade level and oversee homework time, snacks, and playground, gym, and classroom time. Takes daily attendance.
• Assist with all minor medical emergencies after 4:00PM. Notifies parents if further medical attention is necessary.
• Serve snacks to students.
• Respond to the direction of the Encore Director.
• Energetic and approachable personality
• Organized
• Punctual
• Multi-tasker

Background Check Statement

FBA conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

First Baptist Academy is a Christian school dedicated to the development of moral character, the enrichment of spiritual lives, and the perpetuation of growth in Christian ideals in an environment that is academically rigorous-enriched with the truth of scripture and a relevant Biblical Worldview.

The mission of First Baptist Academy is to equip students with the Truth of God’s Word while developing their character, intellect, and potential to EXPLORE, CREATE, CHALLENGE, and LEAD.

Position Overview

This specific position is Monday-Friday from 8:00AM – 5:30PM. The ideal applicant should have experience with children ages Infant through 5 years old. The applicant must be an active Christian, be nurturing, love children and be able to relate to them.

Key Responsibilities

• Must be in good health with the physical stamina and agility to work with children.
• Be able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds.
• Must be able to sit frequently on the floor with children, stand for periods of 30 minutes, walk at a steady pace, and bend at the knee and squat while attending to the children's bathroom needs.
• Must be able to work in a team atmosphere, accepting instructions and assignments from the classroom Lead Teacher and/or Director as needed.
• Must be caring, have a passion for teaching, flexible, dependable, eager to learn and ready to make a difference in the lives of children and an impact of future generations.
• Must accrue at least 24 hours of training within the year in applicable areas of each child development studies.
• Must keep up with current developments in education by voluntarily attending professional meetings, working on advanced degrees, etc.

Background Check Statement

FBA conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

First Baptist Academy is a Christian school dedicated to the development of moral character, the enrichment of spiritual lives, and the perpetuation of growth in Christian ideals in an environment that is academically rigorous-enriched with the truth of scripture and a relevant Biblical Worldview.

The mission of First Baptist Academy is to equip students with the Truth of God’s Word while developing their character, intellect, and potential to EXPLORE, CREATE, CHALLENGE, and LEAD.