Elementary Lead Teacher

Calvary Chapel Christian Academy
Newport News, VA

Summary

Calvary Chapel Christian Academy is seeking an Elementary Lead Teacher to provide Christ-centered instruction and classroom leadership for upper elementary students. This role is responsible for creating a structured, engaging, and academically strong classroom environment where students grow spiritually, socially, emotionally, and academically. The Elementary Lead Teacher is expected to provide standards-aligned instruction, maintain strong classroom systems, use student data to support learning, and contribute to a positive, professional, and mission-driven school culture.

Duties

  • Plan and deliver classroom instruction aligned with academy curriculum and grade-level expectations
  • Develop weekly lesson plans and maintain them for review and submission to academy leadership
  • Teach upper elementary students with a focus on academic growth, student responsibility, reading comprehension, writing development, and math proficiency
  • Create and maintain a structured, orderly, and engaging classroom environment that supports learning and positive behavior
  • Track and monitor student academic progress using assessments, grades, and academy-approved data tools
  • Maintain updated grade records and student documentation in accordance with academy expectations
  • Use student data to guide instructional decisions, interventions, small-group support, and classroom planning
  • Communicate professionally and consistently with families regarding student progress, concerns, and classroom expectations
  • Attend and participate in instructional coaching, professional development, and team collaboration meetings
  • Maintain current substitute plans and follow academy protocols for attendance and absences
  • Model servant leadership, professionalism, and Christ-like conduct in all interactions
  • Support the spiritual, academic, and character development of students while contributing to a unified academy culture

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field preferred
  • Relevant classroom teaching experience preferred
  • Ability to plan and deliver strong classroom instruction for elementary students
  • Strong classroom management, organization, communication, and instructional planning skills
  • Ability to maintain high expectations while supporting student growth and development
  • Ability to use curriculum, assessment data, and student progress tracking to support learning outcomes
  • Ability to maintain lesson plans, student records, and grade documentation consistently
  • Ability to support and uphold the Christian mission of Calvary Chapel Christian Academy
  • Ability to stand, walk, supervise students, and remain active throughout the instructional day

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with Abeka, Bob Jones, and Virginia SOL alignment
  • Experience using IXL and iReady
  • Strong parent communication skills
  • Experience participating in instructional coaching or collaborative planning
  • Experience teaching upper elementary reading, writing, and math
  • Ability to lead with both warmth and structure

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Christ-centered work environment
  • Supportive school leadership
  • Professional growth and development opportunities
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students and families
  • $2,500 sign-on bonus for candidates with full Virginia certification, payable upon satisfactory evaluation
Posted 2026-04-21

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