Instructional Faculty - Universal Application 2026-27 School Year
Description
ROLE DESCRIPTION
Instructional Faculty Universal Application (2026-27 School Year)
This position offices in-person, on campus
This posting covers the general experience, responsibilities, and pay of a Valor faculty member in the areas of both Academics and Arts & Media. Applying to this posting puts applicants in consideration for any faculty positions that might open for the upcoming school year and serves as a screening opportunity for candidates. If a position is opened for which our team would like to consider you, we will automatically move your application into consideration for that position and you will be notified of the next step in the application process. We also encourage you to apply directly to any actively open faculty positions for which you are particularly interested or qualified.
Faculty members at Valor Christian High School are charged with preparing tomorrow’s leaders to transform the world for Christ. Valor Faculty live out a compelling relationship with Jesus Christ, which is central to daily instruction and interactions with students, parents and team members. Valor Faculty are not only masters of the curriculum, but they see each student as a unique individual to be known and loved. Faculty members prepare students for college and mentor students in all aspects of their academic and spiritual development.
Valor Christian High School is a decidedly Christian, college preparatory school whose core values honor a biblical foundation. Valor employees are faith-filled, joyful believers who are active in a local, Christian church whose beliefs are in alignment with the school’s Statement of Beliefs. They are both called and committed to the school’s vision and mission and seamlessly integrate faith into their daily work. You will be most successful if you have a true servant’s heart, a teachable spirit, a love for the Lord Jesus Christ, and a commitment to the school’s beliefs and values.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Possess and Model a Growing Relationship with Christ
- Pursue full devotion to Christ and live a life that reflects that authenticity
- Model the fruits of the spirit in communications, relationships and daily work
- Demonstrate teachability and a willing heart for service
- Embody others-centered, servant-leadership in all interactions
Demonstrate Trustworthy Commitment to Valor’s Christian Community
- Accept and uphold Valor’s values and beliefs as found in the Statement of Beliefs, Christian Community Policy, and Valor Culture Document
- Accept and abide by all affirmations in Valor’s Annual Statement of Commitment
- Be relationally involved in the life/lives of our students with a heart of service and mission
- Seamlessly and deliberately integrate Biblical truth and Christian values into daily work
Possess a Commitment to Instructional Excellence
- Provide outstanding classroom instruction in the subject matter being taught, whether in the areas of Academics (Humanities, STEM, etc), or Arts & Media (Performing Arts, Visual Arts, Recording Arts, Journalism, etc.)
- Seamlessly and deliberately integrate Biblical truth and Christian values into curriculum and instruction
- Implore meaningful instructional techniques and texture in the classroom to engage a variety of learning styles and promote critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and innovation
- Provide a learning environment and classroom management style built upon mutual respect and conducive to student learning
- Understand the curriculum of a wide range of courses (college preparatory, honors, dual-credit, AP, etc.)
- Collaborate with your department’s team to develop and deliver consistent assessments and sound instruction
Commitment to Student Centricity
- Demonstrate a love for students and a desire to personally invest in their spiritual, emotional and social maturation
- Invest in the lives of students through Life Groups, senior prayer partners, and other mentorship opportunities
- Compassionately respond to the intellectual, social, emotional, physical, and spiritual needs of each student
- Consistently partner and communicate with parents in the shared desire of student growth, spiritual development, and achievement
- Engage in ongoing communication and collaboration with Valor team members in order to strengthen student performance and support
Serve Wholeheartedly as an Exceptional Teammate
- Uphold and embody Valor’s culture as set forth in the Valor Culture Document
- Model servant leadership, grace and love in all relationships and interactions
- Develop relationships with colleagues with goals of teamwork, relational unity and spiritual growth
- Provide team support regarding all matters, processes and initiatives
- Demonstrate loyalty to teammates in action and word
- Assist Team members to facilitate school-wide wins
Demonstrate a Commitment to Fulfilling Valor’s Vision and Mission
- Assume collaborative responsibility for Operating Plan Goals and Fiscal Stewardship
- Be a ‘culture- keeper’
Demonstrate a Commitment to Growth
- Participate in Valor Team meetings, Chapel and weekly meetings with Team/Supervisor
- Demonstrate teachability and receptivity to feedback
- Pursue professional/personal/spiritual growth and development
- Participate in the broader ministry of Valor by contributing of time, talent and treasure beyond assigned role responsibilities
RELATIONSHIPS
- Department Chair and Department Team
- Director of STEM and Academic Development
- Director of Humanities
- Director of Arts & Media
- Academic Support Team
- Students and Parents
- Other Valor departments and team members as needed
RESULTS
Because of a Valor Christian High School faculty member’s incredible work, students will grow in their spiritual formation by fostering regular experiences of God’s love, encouraging engagement with Scripture, nurturing wise character and discernment, and guiding them toward active participation in Christian community both within and beyond Valor. The faculty member will support college preparedness by developing students’ verbal, written, and technological communication skills, cultivating critical thinking, research, and analytical abilities, and ensuring students gain the competencies needed to pursue their college and career aspirations. Additionally, students will have meaningful cultural engagement by faculty promoting Christlike leadership, compassion and service, strengthening students relational intelligence across diverse communities, equipping them to thoughtfully navigate and respond to contemporary cultural issues, and inspiring them to pursue their unique passions with excellence to influence the world for Christ.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a discipline closely related to the subject(s) to be taught
- Advanced Degree in a related area to the subject(s) being taught is preferred
- Solid biblical and theological foundation and understanding
- Desire to teach and/or experience within Christian education
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The same basic physical demands described here are the same for all employees to successfully perform the essential functions of their jobs. Employees must periodically lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and could occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral/depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics are varied and include classroom, office, and outdoor events while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is also varied.
POSITION TYPE: A: Student-facing positions. Traditional school calendar. August - May
HOURS PER WEEK: Full-time, Exempt
SUPERVISOR: Department Chair
BENEFITS:
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
- 403(B) Retirement Plan with immediate vesting and employer contribution matching
- Professional development opportunities
- Three on-campus dining options for daily lunch
PAY RANGE: $53,000 - $75,000/year (Dependent on department posting and candidate experience)
START DATE: July 30, 2026