Full-time/Part-time: This is a full-time position. We are open to considering part-time candidates in a job-sharing arrangement. 

Reports to: Principal

Application Deadline: The position will be posted until a suitable candidate is hired

Proposed start date: August 1, 2024 (negotiable with successful candidate)

Cornerstone Christian High School is a new Christian high school opening in September 2024. Cornerstone will offer Grades 9 and 10 in its first year of operation and add Grades 11 and 12 in its second and third years. The school is located in Hagersville, Ontario and serves families in Haldimand, Norfolk, and Brant counties. Cornerstone will be operating out of Highway Pentecostal Church, a beautiful facility that is conveniently located central to Haldimand and Norfolk. The building offers many opportunities and an abundance of green space. Cornerstone Christian High School is committed to the faith development and discipleship of each individual who walks through the doors. “Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus, so walk in Him, rooted and built up in Him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving.” Colossians 2:6-7.Cornerstone Christian High School is rooted in the Protestant Reformed faith. “Look, I have laid a stone in Zion, a tested stone, a precious cornerstone, a sure foundation; the one who believes will be unshakable.” Isaiah 28:16. Cornerstone Christian High School aims to develop each student’s gifts for future academic and vocational success as well as prepare them to become disciples and kingdom builders within their community.

Position Summary:

Reporting to the principal, the teacher delivers the academic program at Cornerstone Christian Highschool. Our teachers are qualified, hardworking, and . The principal provides a unique leadership service to the Board, the school staff and the community. The Principal is expected to embody the pursuit of the vision and mission of the school while managing the school’s resources. 

We are seeking hardworking, enthusiastic, and qualified teachers with excellent subject knowledge who have an interest in teaching in a combination of the following subject areas:

Math

Social Sciences

Physical Education 

English

Science

Accountabilities:

• Maintain the Standards of Practice and the Ethical Standards for the Teaching Profession as outlined by the Ontario College of Teachers
• To teach diligently and faithfully the school’s course(s) of study
• To test students regularly for academic achievement and diagnosis, and administer standardized tests as necessary
• To complete administrative records as required
• To participate and/or conduct normally scheduled Parent-Teacher interviews
• To be ready and willing to discuss, as needed, the child’s progress with the parents, using adequate records of achievement
• To use methods appropriate for different learning styles
• To foster a wholesome class atmosphere to guide in the maturation and development of the whole student, so that they may grow in awareness of their purpose and identity as a child of God
• To establish good classroom management
• To administer and keep a record of restorative discipline in harmony with the school’s policies
• To create an environment conducive to learning
• To cooperate with colleagues in a unified approach to maintain orderly student behaviour in the building, on the school grounds and the school buses. This applies to the entire school day and all school activities
• To remain up-to-date on current educational research and professional issues
• To work to ensure that individual needs are met. For example, the individualized education plan (IEP)

Qualifications

• Commitment to the school’s mission, vision, and values
• Undergraduate degree
• Bachelor of Education
• Is certified with and in good standing with the Ontario College of Teachers (OCT)
• Demonstrated knowledge of best practices in programming and teaching for secondary school education 
• Must be able to communicate clearly and professionally (both orally and in writing)  
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment 
• Demonstrated computer skills, e.g. Word Processing, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, email, and data management systems

Application

If you are interested in this exciting and challenging opportunity, we invite you to submit the following documents to info@cornerstonechristianhs.ca: 

• Resume and cover letter 
• Statement of your philosophy of Christian education 
• Statement of personal faith 

Upon selection for an interview, we will require: 

• A pastoral reference letter from the church you attend
• Three references (2 professional & 1 personal) 
• Vulnerable sector screening