Elementary Lead Teacher in 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