Let me share a quote from a former teacher of mine:
“Adventure is entering into something where you’re not exactly sure what the outcome will be but adventure also has the aspect of helping us to grow and to discover our gifts and abilities and to develop perseverance.”
-Rich Obenschain Founder of LaVida
Middle school is an adventure. We will be faced with many challenges over the course of the school year. However, we must learn to face those challenges in order to grow. We want to see the students grow in many ways: physically, emotionally, academically and spiritually. We are here to support the students and watch them succeed. As IST staff we know that Jesus is always by our side through victories and struggles. We also know that Jesus is our strength. Without him we will not flourish. Throughout this year we must trust in him to guide us through the challenges and praise him for our victories.
Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
Isaiah 41:10
Bethany Saulnier de Alvarez M. Ed
Middle School Principal
IST teachers are strong Christians who walk in a close, personal relationship with Christ with a faithful testimony and witness. Their ministry is in the classroom nurturing students' spiritual, emotional, social, physical and intellectual development. IST teachers are life-long learners who strive to use best practices in the classroom for excellence and are role-models for students in speech and action. They are ready in and out of season to share the message of salvation with students.
Prays and reads the Bible daily, seeking to grow in a personal relationship with Christ.
Attends and actively participates in a Christcentered Church.
Lives a life that is an excellent Christian testimony.
Interacts with coworkers, supervisors, parents and students in a biblical way as outlined in Matthew 18.
Holds a teaching degree from an accredited university.
Ability to differentiate instruction.
Knowledge of basic teaching technologies including online teaching.
Willingness to continue growing professionally and seek higher levels of education.
Willingness to coach and/or lead extra curricular clubs and activities.
Prior teaching experience is valued.
Masters degree in teaching is valued.
Prepare and teach the grade level or subject area contracted with excellence.
Integrate Biblical applications in teaching daily.
Communicate student progress in a timely manner using the IST software platform for grades.
Maintain open and clear communication with students, parents and administration about student progress and learning.
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