At Lakeland Christian School, we are always looking for talented and committed individuals to join our team. Please click the link below and submit an application and resume to be considered for future opportunities.
Faculty Positions
General Description: Performs support and paraprofessional work assisting 3rd-5th Grade teachers with monitoring and guiding students in various instructional initiatives.
“To educate students in the light of God’s word to equip them for a lifetime of learning, leadership,
service and worship.”
Qualifications:
- Have a high school diploma and completion of some college credit is preferred.
- Be able to maintain effective working relationships with all employees, work well withchildren, and follow directions from the classroom teacher.
- Be able to maintain student and school confidentially.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist the teacher in preparing materials for lesson or activities
- Work with the teachers as a team in order to create the most effective learningenvironment.
- Assist in organizing materials in the classroom.
- Work effectively with students in a whole group or small group situation.
- Work with individual students on specific assignments and objectives.
- Perform follow-up activities in accordance with the directions given by a teacher.
- Monitor students during tests and help grade objective tests.
- Administer and score appropriate screenings and assessments, required by theprogram.
- Create and duplicate materials, as well as, perform other duties as needed forclassroom instruction.
- Provide direct instructional assistance to the teacher for no less than 75 percent ofthe workday.
- Provide supervision of the class for short periods of time, and step into lead role whenclassroom teacher is absent.
- Supervise the playground.
- Complete bulletin boards and other classroom tasks during non-instructional times.
- Comfortable with technology.
- Facilitate project based learning as directed by the teacher.
- Ability to manage classroom behavior.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- High School Diploma or GED. Some experience in working with children.
- General knowledge of the practices, methods and techniques used in classroom teaching.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, parents, students.
- Skill in the use of classroom and instructional equipment.
- Ability to operate standard office equipment.
- Must possess a positive attitude and work well with others.
- Ability to exercise discretion and utmost professionalism in confidential & sensitive student/family matters.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written.
Physical Demands:
- Required vision to read small print.
- Requires the mobility to stand, stoop, reach and bend. Requires mobility of arms to reach and dexterity ofhands to grasp and manipulate small objects.
- Requires the ability to stand for long periods.
- Requires lifting, pushing and/or pulling which does not exceed 25 pounds and is an infrequent aspect of thejob.
- Is subject to normal inside and outside environmental conditions.
- Mental acuity to perform the essential functions of this position.
General Description: Lakeland Christian School is seeking an experienced Social Studies teacher to join a dynamic High School faculty committed to “sharpening minds and shepherding hearts.” The ideal candidate will demonstrate a calling to teaching, leading, and serving juniors and seniors through Economics, US History and Government, and experiential education opportunities “in the field.” The ideal candidate will possess a passion for discipleship and student life alongside a keen interest in Biblical integration of content and instructional process.
Qualifications:
The Upper School Social Studies Teacher shall:
- Be a born-again believer and mature follower of Jesus Christ.
- Be an active member of a local, evangelical, church.
- Be a college graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree in the discipline or a related field.
- Have a minimum of 4 years’ experience teaching a combination of US History, Modern Western World History, Economics, and US Government. AP experience is preferable but not required.
- Have completed a teacher education program, be enrolled in a Master of Teaching or Curriculum and Instruction program, or possess exemplary evaluations demonstrating a high level of instructional competency.
- Possess a valid ACSI or Florida teaching certificate or willingness to work toward certification.
- Demonstrate an understanding of and appreciation for discipleship and the developmental needs of students.
- Demonstrate the ability to teach utilizing multiple modalities.
- Demonstrate a positive, collaborative attitude.
- Exercise discretion and utmost professionalism in confidential & sensitive student/family matters.
- Communicate effectively in verbal and written form.
- Demonstrate a commitment to Christian education.
- Demonstrate a commitment to building a Christ-centered community which values all ethnicities and cultures.
- Agree with the Lakeland Christian School Statement of Faith, Core Values, and staff qualifications.
Essential Responsibilities:
A. Teaching. The teacher has the responsibility to teach the content at grade level(s) assigned by the administration. In implementing that assignment, the teacher is to:
- Provide an engaging, active learning environment designed to cultivate curiosity in the discipline.
- Develop and maintain content mastery of the courses assigned while understanding the LCS teacher is a champion of learning and a partner with students in that learning.
- Develop and continuously revise a meaningful Biblical framework for course content, instructional methods, and classroom management practices.
- Develop and/or maintain the curriculum map for assigned courses aligned to selected standards and the LCS Graduate Profile.
- Perform all professional responsibilities as detailed by the Faculty Handbook and prescribed by Director of Academics and Building Level leadership.
- Actively participate in faculty professional development and spiritual cultivation.
- Reflect and foster the LCS Core Value of Christ-Centered Community.
- Teach assigned courses with enthusiasm and a commitment to providing a robust student experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Planning and managing projects; using pertinent software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records.
- Possess specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job including pertinent codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; conflict resolution; bookkeeping principles, and concepts of management and supervision.
- Required to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events; Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; setting priorities; working as part of a team; working with frequent interruptions; creating a positive school climate for students, staff and community; and adapting to changing work priorities.
Physical Demands:
- Requires vision to read small print.
- Requires the mobility to stand, stoop, reach and bend.
- Requires mobility of arms to reach and dexterity of hands to grasp and manipulate small objects.
- Requires the ability to stand for extended periods.
- Requires lifting, pushing and/or pulling which does not exceed twenty-five pounds and is an infrequent aspect of the job.
- Is subject to normal inside and outside environmental conditions for Central Florida.
- Requires the mental acuity to perform the essential functions of this position.
General Description: Lakeland Christian School is seeking a dynamic Social Studies teacher to join our Upper School (6-12) faculty committed to “sharpening minds and shepherding hearts.” The ideal candidate will demonstrate a passion for teaching, leading, and serving students grades 7-10 through courses in Western World History and Geography, from Ancient Rome to The Cold War. A secondary emphasis in US government and Civics is preferred but not required. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for discipleship and student life alongside a keen interest in Biblical integration of content and instructional process.
Qualifications:
The Upper School Social Studies Teacher shall:
- Be a born-again believer and mature follower of Jesus Christ.
- Be an active member of a local, evangelical, church.
- Be a college graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree in the discipline or a related field.
- Have a minimum of 4 years’ experience teaching a combination of US History, Modern Western World History, Economics, and US Government. AP experience is preferable but not required.
- Have completed a teacher education program, be enrolled in a Master of Teaching or Curriculum and Instruction program, or possess exemplary evaluations demonstrating a high level of instructional competency.
- Possess a valid ACSI or Florida teaching certificate or willingness to work toward certification.
- Demonstrate an understanding of and appreciation for discipleship and the developmental needs of students.
- Demonstrate the ability to teach utilizing multiple modalities.
- Demonstrate a positive, collaborative attitude.
- Exercise discretion and utmost professionalism in confidential & sensitive student/family matters.
- Communicate effectively in verbal and written form.
- Demonstrate a commitment to Christian education.
- Demonstrate a commitment to building a Christ-centered community which values all ethnicities and cultures.
- Agree with the Lakeland Christian School Statement of Faith, Core Values, and staff qualifications.
Essential Responsibilities:
A. Teaching. The teacher has the responsibility to teach the content at grade level(s) assigned by the administration. In implementing that assignment, the teacher is to:
- Provide an engaging, active learning environment designed to cultivate curiosity in the discipline.
- Develop and maintain content mastery of the courses assigned while understanding the LCS teacher is a champion of learning and a partner with students in that learning.
- Develop and continuously revise a meaningful Biblical framework for course content, instructional methods, and classroom management practices.
- Develop and/or maintain the curriculum map for assigned courses aligned to selected standards and the LCS Graduate Profile.
- Perform all professional responsibilities as detailed by the Faculty Handbook and prescribed by Director of Academics and Building Level leadership.
- Actively participate in faculty professional development and spiritual cultivation.
- Reflect and foster the LCS Core Value of Christ-Centered Community.
- Teach assigned courses with enthusiasm and a commitment to providing a robust student experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
1. Planning and managing projects; using pertinent software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records.
2. Possess specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job including pertinent codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; conflict resolution; bookkeeping principles, and concepts of management and supervision.
3. Required to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events; Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; setting priorities; working as part of a team; working with frequent interruptions; creating a positive school climate for students, staff and community; and adapting to changing work priorities.
Physical Demands:
1. Requires vision to read small print.
2. Requires the mobility to stand, stoop, reach and bend.
3. Requires mobility of arms to reach and dexterity of hands to grasp and manipulate small objects.
4. Requires the ability to stand for extended periods.
5. Requires lifting, pushing and/or pulling which does not exceed twenty-five pounds and is an infrequent aspect of the job.
6. Is subject to normal inside and outside environmental conditions for Central Florida.
7. Requires the mental acuity to perform the essential functions of this position.
Staff Positions
General Description: Responsible for providing school maintenance services as needed or assigned. Assists with a variety of general maintenance activities.
Qualifications:
1. Be a born-again believer who demonstrates commitment to Christian education
2. Be in agreement with the Lakeland Christian School Statement of Faith and staff qualifications
3. High School Diploma or equivalent.
4. Be in good physical health.
5. Must be reliable.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Uphold and ensure compliance of all LCS policies and procedures
- Assist in the construction, installation, moving of and maintenance of roofs, furniture, playground equipment, cabinets, shelving and miscellaneous classroom items.
- Transports a variety of tools, equipment and supplies required at job site.
- In addition, other duties and projects that may be required as directed by Facilities Manager.
- Use any other skills God may have given you to enhance our maintenance here at LCS.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Some knowledge of maintenance and repair work.
- Knowledge of proper safety techniques and procedures.
- Skill in the operation of a variety of hand tools.
- Ability to understand and carry out routine oral and written instructions.
- Must possess a positive attitude and work well with others
- Must be organized and manage time well.
Physical Demands:
- Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, reaching and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing
- Frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling, balance.
- Frequent standing, walking, use of hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls.
- Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
- Ability to work in some temperature extremes.
General Description: Responsible for maintaining a clean working environment inside the school and on the grounds of the school to which he/she is assigned.
Qualifications:
1. Be a born-again believer who demonstrates commitment to Christian education
2. Be in agreement with the Lakeland Christian School Statement of Faith and staff qualifications
3. High School Diploma or equivalent.
4. Be in good physical health.
5. Must be reliable.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Uphold and ensure compliance of all LCS policies and procedures
- Respond to immediate cleaning and sanitizing requirements during the school day.
- Cleans and sanitizes assigned areas daily before and after they are occupied.
- Sweep, mop and polish floors.
- Assists in the cafeteria, cleaning and emptying trash as needed.
- Keeps the building and grounds, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lot and playground areas free from trash and litter.
- Assists in light maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs, replacing HVAC filters conducting routine building inspections.
- Knows and follow all safety rules and proper procedures associated with the responsibilities of the job.
- In addition, other duties and projects that may be required as directed by Facilities Manager.
- Use any other skills God may have given you to enhance our maintenance here at LCS.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Some knowledge of cleaning protocols, maintenance and repair work.
- Knowledge of proper safety techniques and procedures.
- Skill in the operation of a variety of hand tools.
- Ability to understand and carry out routine oral and written instructions.
- Must possess a positive attitude and work well with others
- Must be organized and manage time well.
Physical Demands:
- Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, reaching and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing
- Frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling, balance.
- Frequent standing, walking, use of hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls.
- Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
- Ability to work in some temperature extremes.
General Description: Responsible for transporting students and teachers to and from school related events while maintaining a safe environment.
Qualifications:
1. Be a born-again believer who demonstrates commitment to Christian education
2. Be in agreement with the Lakeland Christian School Statement of Faith and staff qualifications
3. High School Diploma or equivalent
4. Must be at least 21 years of age
5. 1 + years’ experience driving a school bus (training provided for the right candidate)
6. Current, valid state of Florida Class A or B commercial Driver’s License required with airbrake knowledge test; and P (passenger) and S (school bus) endorsements required. Drivers must also pass the CDL Physical exam each calendar year
- No Type A Violations in the past five years
8. No more than three Type B Violations in the past three years
9. No more than two at-fault accidents the past three years
10. Must be reliable
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Uphold and ensure compliance of all LCS policies and procedures.
Transport students for school activities in accordance with the schools vehicle safety program in required time schedules.
Assist in promoting the safety, health, and comfort of students while on bus.
Obey all traffic laws.
Assist students with getting on and off the bus when required.
Observe and report safety hazards and bus maintenance or repair needs to the Facilities Manager.
In addition, other duties that may be required as directed by Facilities Manager.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of the Florida Motor Vehicle Code as applied to the operation of vehicles used in the transport of school children.
Knowledge of safe driving practices.
Ability to read and write at a level necessary to successfully perform the required duties
Ability to understand and carry out routine oral and written instructions.
Ability to drive a school bus safely and efficiently.
Ability to exercise good judgment and extreme caution while driving.
Must maintain valid certification
Must possess a positive attitude and work well with others
Physical Demands:
- Continuous use of hands, fingers, and wrists repetitively.
- Using both hands and legs simultaneously.
- Repeated stooping, bending, and kneeling.
- Occasional pushing, pulling, and maintaining balance.
- Reaching over head.
- Rapid mental/muscular coordination.
- Verbal, auditory, and written capabilities to effectively communicate in an articulate manner.
- Accurate depth perception.
General Description: In the absence of a full time Food Service employee, the Food Service Substitute provides food service assistance and direct services to students.
Qualifications:
1. Be a born-again believer, maintaining a testimony that is above reproach.
2. Be in agreement with the Lakeland Christian School Statement of Faith and staff qualifications.
3. High School Diploma or equivalent
4. Knowledge of food preparation and sanitation procedures.
5. Be able to work in a team environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Uphold and ensure compliance of all LCS policies and procedures.
- Maintain a professional appearance.
- Will perform work assigned as needed that day, duties may include: serving meals to students, assisting in Ala Carte, washing dishes, overall clean up in dining area and any other duties required by Food Service Manager.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Must possess a positive attitude and work well with others.
Physical Demands:
- Ability to kneel, crouch, squat, climb, stand, bend, lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to work in extreme temperatures.
- Ability to stand for long periods of time.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Must possess a positive attitude and work well with others.
Physical Demands:
- Ability to kneel, crouch, squat, climb, stand, bend, lift up to 50 lbs.
Substitute Positions
Substitute teachers play an important role at Lakeland Christian School. When a teacher is ill or away from his/her students due to a professional obligation elsewhere, it is imperative that the school make every effort to keep instruction moving forward in spite of the teacher’s absence. Substitute Teacher Applications are processed throughout the school year when there is a need to add to the current pool of available substitutes. A processing fee of $75 is required to cover the cost of background screening and drug testing, which are required for employment. This is payable when final paperwork is completed and screening appointments are made. If you are interested in a substitute teacher position at LCS, please click the link below.
General Description: To disciple students and actively engage in the LCS community in ways that promote student growth academically, spiritually, physically, socially, and relationally for the purpose of advancing the school’s stated mission:
“To educate students in the light of God’s word to equip them for a lifetime of learning, leadership,
service and worship.”
The Substitute Teacher is approved upon the recommendation of the Principal and Headmaster.
Qualifications:
1. Be a born-again believer, maintaining a testimony that is above reproach.
2. Active in local, evangelical church.
3. High School Diploma
4. Demonstrate a commitment to Christian education.
5. Be in agreement with the Lakeland Christian School Statement of Faith and staff qualifications.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. The substitute teacher instructs students and facilitates their learning in the absence of the regular teacher.
2. Provides classroom instruction to students as outlined in lesson plans.
3. Creates a classroom that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of students.
4. Maintains a safe and orderly environment.
5. Maintains established routine of the school and classroom procedures in which assigned.
6. Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
7. Maintains reasonable rules of conduct which encourage self-discipline and responsibility.
8. Communicates effectively with parents when needed.
9. Completes other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Must be able to follow oral and written directions and have the ability to establish effective working relationship with staff and students.
- Ability to maintain effective classroom management strategies.
- Must possess a positive attitude and work well with others.
- Ability to exercise discretion and utmost professionalism in confidential & sensitive student/family matters.
Physical Demands:
- Required vision to read small print.
- Requires the mobility to stand, stoop, reach and bend. Requires mobility of arms to reach and dexterity of hands to grasp and manipulate small objects.
- Requires the ability to stand for long periods.
- Requires lifting, pushing and/or pulling which does not exceed 25 pounds and is an infrequent aspect of the job.
- Is subject to normal inside and outside environmental conditions.
- Mental acuity to perform the essential functions of this position.
If you have questions, please contact Tracy Crosby in the Human Resources office.