Knoxville, TennesseeArt Instructor for Kindergarten-Eighth GradesSchool HistoryIn 1996 God called Grace Baptist Church to begin a new ministry, a Christian school. Church members were called out to serve on the first school board, which was composed of some homeschool parents, teachers, and businessmen who had a heart for children. After almost two years of research and preparation, Grace Christian Academy opened its doors at the beginning of the 1997-98 school year. God worked through fifty-five families and five staff members to make GCA more than a vision.Over the years, enrollment has grown rapidly to the present-day level of nearly 900 students. In 2004, Grace Christian Academy received full accreditation in grades K-12. The 2004-05 school year brought the graduation of the first senior class and groundbreaking for phase one of the new high school building and athletic fields, which opened in the fall of 2006.Grace Christian Academy is conveniently located on Oak Ridge Highway in the Karns community of west Knoxville, Tennessee. Strong commercial and residential development have taken place in our region in recent years, resulting in an excellent quality of life. Churches, shopping malls, medical facilities and other services are all in close proximity.The turnover rate for GCA educators is low. Many of our faculty have been on staff for ten years or more. It is also common for members of faculty and administration to possess advanced degrees.Additional information can be obtained from our website: www.gcarams.org.Personal QualificationsEvery member of Grace Christian Academy’s professional community must be a committed follower of Jesus Christ. It is our relationship with Him that forms the basis for all we do as a school. By acknowledging Christ’s role in our lives, we submit to His authority and seek to honor Him as we put our unique gifts and talents to use each day.

Active members of a local church

Lead a consistent lifestyle of biblical integrity

Support the mission of the school and church

Support the leadership of the school and church

Professional QualificationsDesirable candidates should have the following background or comparable experience:● Minimum three years teaching the content area● Advanced degree preferred● High level of emotional intelligence● Exceptional oral and written communication skills● Experience integrating technology into the curriculum● Ability to engage parents as partners in the student’s educational experience● A history of continued growth and development as an educator● A history of effective collaboration with colleagues● Desire to interact with students outside of the classroom (e.g. coaching, clubs, etc.)Job Responsibilities

Teach Introductory, Honors and Advanced Placement Visual Art courses

Discern appropriate topics and projects that support GCA’s mission

Create lessons centered around a Christian worldview

Understands and can apply elements of design and modern principles of art

Demonstrate and teach skills in drawing, painting, and ceramics

Teach a well-rounded visual art curriculum

Evaluate each student’s performance and growth in knowledge and aesthetic understandings

Facilitate discussions for peer review and analysis of art projects

Plan and present art displays and exhibitions designed to exhibit students’ work for the

school and the community

Facilitate opportunities for students to enter art competitions outside of school

Requisition supplies for projects

Devise lesson plans that follow GCA’s Curriculum and Instruction Standards and Course Maps

Ability to hold students to a clearly articulated standard of performance

Experiment with different teaching methods

Differentiate instruction for students with learning challenges

Maintain a positive classroom environment that promotes safe learning

Update grades and lesson plans on Renweb

Perform any other duties as may be assigned by Administration

Interested candidates should apply