Instructional Faculty - 9th Grade Seminar (Male Course)
Description
ROLE DESCRIPTION
Instructional Faculty - 9th Grade Seminar (Male Course)
This position offices in-person, on campus
ROLE SUMMARY
A 9th Grade Seminar (Male Course) Faculty member at Valor Christian High School supports and mentors students through every aspect of their transition to Valor, playing a vital role in their academic and spiritual development while equipping them with the skills needed to thrive in high school. This role includes actively guiding students in managing their academic responsibilities by developing skills in organization, time management, goal setting, and self-advocacy. The teacher serves as a central support for each student, intentionally equipping and coaching them to self-advocate with key stakeholders, including classroom teachers, academic and college counselors, deans, coaches, and parents, so that students take ownership of their growth while ensuring they are holistically supported.
In addition, the Freshman Seminar teacher intentionally facilitates opportunities for students to explore their identity in Christ and understand how God has uniquely designed them with specific gifts, strengths, and purposes. Through discipleship, reflection, and meaningful experiences, students are guided to grow in self-awareness, character, and faith, while developing a clear sense of purpose and direction as they begin their high school journey.
Demonstrating strong competency in the Freshman Seminar curriculum , they collaborate with their colleagues to deliver effective instruction and intentionally integrate Biblical truth and Christian values into daily interactions. They cultivate respectful, engaging classrooms that promote critical thinking, collaboration, and growth, while investing in students through Life Groups, prayer partnerships, and co-curricular opportunities, partnering with parents and colleagues to support each student’s 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 Christian High School
- 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
- 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
- Collaborate with the 9th Grade Seminar Team to refine the curriculum and establish the necessary foundational and academic skills for students to be successful at Valor Christian
- Coordinate with 9th Grade Teachers in core subjects to promote a cohesive learning culture and support student outcomes in each subject area
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 and ensure a successful transition to Valor Christian
- Engage in ongoing communication and collaboration with Valor Christian team members in order to strengthen student performance and support
Serve Wholeheartedly as an Exceptional Teammate
- Uphold and embody Valor Christian’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
- Director of STEM & Academic Development
- Dean of Academic Services
- Student Deans
- Academic and College Counselors
- Social-Emotional Services Team
- Academic Support Team
- 9th Grade Teaching Team
- Parents and Students
- Other Valor departments and team members as needed
RESULTS
Valor seeks to fulfill the expected student outcomes of spiritual formation, college preparedness, and cultural engagement. Through the 9th Grade Seminar course and interactions with the faculty member, students will have had the opportunity to experience God’s love and know that God has a plan and purpose for their life.
A successful 9th Grade Seminar Teacher will have created a highly relational, structured, and Christ-centered environment where every student is known, supported, and challenged to grow. Through intentional relationship-building and discipleship, the teacher will have shepherded each student in their transition to Valor Christian High School, helping them develop a strong sense of identity in Christ, character, and purpose. Through their excellent work, the teacher will have equipped students with essential academic and life skills while monitoring progress and addressing challenges early, having coached them toward independence and self-advocacy in working with teachers, counselors, deans, and coaches. As a key connector, they will have collaborated with others to ensure holistic support and learning experiences for students that build resilience, well-being, and belonging while reinforcing Valor Christian’s culture and values.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- Advanced degree in a related area is preferred
- Solid biblical and theological foundation and understanding
- High school teaching experience preferred
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 position. Traditional school calendar. August - May. This position offices in-person, on campus.
HOURS PER WEEK: Full Time, Exempt
SUPERVISOR: Dean of Academic Services
PAY RANGE: $53,000 - $58,000/year
START DATE: July 30, 2026