WHAT IS FLINT HILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL?
Flint Hills Christian School (FHCS) is a private, independent, non-denominational, and discipleship-oriented Christian
school located in Manhattan, KS (approximately two hours west of Kansas City, MO). FHCS maintains an average annual
enrollment of approximately 215 students in grades Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade. FHCS is fully accredited
through both ACSI and COGNIA, boasts an average ACT score of 25 over the past 6 years, offers numerous athletics and
extracurricular activities, and currently operates with no debt. Go to our website at fhcsks.org.
WHO ARE WE AT OUR CORE?
We are a school and community of Christ followers united by and committed to our mission to be an extension of the
Christian home in helping each child develop in mind, body, and spirit. In this context, we are not a replacement for the
home or the church. Our ultimate goal is to equip and prepare well-educated, mature Christian men and women to best
fulfill Gods calling in their lives. We stand upon and are inspired by five core values which represent the heart and soul of
FHCS. First and foremost, we operate from a Biblical, Christ-centered foundation in all that we do. We are rigorously
academic we place tremendous value on the quality of education we offer. Accordingly, we are proud of and grateful
for our exceptional faculty who serve as strong and faithful educators for our students every day. We are fully
committed to discipleship and Christ-centered mentorship as we realize learning through long-standing relationships
with positive role models is critical to ongoing growth and maturity. Finally, we are independent and non-
denominational, operating with complete institutional freedom as we strive to follow and honor the Lord alone.
WHERE ARE WE GOING AS A SCHOOL?
Numerous parents, teachers, administrators, Board members, students, and community supporters have faithfully and
consistently gone before the Lord in prayer for several years seeking the Lords guidance for our school. Over the past
two years, these FHCS prayer warriors have been inspired by the Lord to pursue a bold growth plan, called Vision 2030.
We believe the Lord has called us to prepare to serve 300 students by 2030 by pursuing advancements in several key
areas including Staff Development, an enhanced Student Experience, Marketing, Facilities Improvement, and Long-term
Investment. Vision 2030 is big and bold. And, so is the Lord. We are completely trusting Him. And, we fully expect this
vision from the Lord to be fully realized. Within Vision 2030, there is a tremendous amount of margin available for new
and different priorities, strategies, and ideas.
JOB SUMMARY
The Science Teacher at Flint Hills Christian School is responsible for creating a Christ-centered, educational atmosphere in the classroom, and for guiding student growth in the sciences.
Reports to Principal / Head-of-School
Contracted, salaried, certified, Part-time or full-time
Position will be open until filled
The science teaching position will have a special emphasis in the areas of Life Science, Earth Science, Biology,
Anatomy, Health, and AP Biology.
A successful applicant will be a Christian with at least a Bachelors degree in an applicable science field. Special
consideration may be given to an applicant who also has an education degree.
Prior teaching experience is preferred but not required. Applicants will have a current teaching license or the
ability to receive their license either through state licensing or through ACSI.
Salary is variable based on experience and degrees.
Please submit application, cover letter, and resume/vitae to principal, Matt Zimmerman at principal@fhcsks.org
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
To plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a secondary learning environment that guides
and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential in learning the science curriculum. The teacher
will embed biblical awareness into the curriculum. Work is performed under the supervision of the principal.
Plan, prepare and deliver lessons and instructional materials that facilitate active learning of science at each
appropriate grade level.
Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
Use relevant technology to support instruction.
Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school.
Provide appropriate feedback on work.
Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching
strategies.
Participate in department, school and parents meetings.
Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student
progress and student needs.
Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
Prepare classroom for class activities.
Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in class activities.
Observe and evaluate students performance and development.
Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments.
PHYSICAL & WORK REQUIREMENTS:
Professional appearance appropriate for school and community meetings and events
Evening and weekend work as needed
WHAT KIND OF PERSON ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
We are looking for a person of great faith in Jesus Christ who will bring awareness of ethnic, cultural, and global diversity
with the delivery of science. We are also seeking a high-integrity and caring individual, a passionate educator of youth, a
strong developer of student's unique potential, an enthusiastic instructor, a strong communicator, a passionate champion
for and someone who deeply believes in Christian education. If you have these qualities, you have great potential to
succeed as a part of our Flint Hills Christian School community.
REQUIRED BACKGROUND, COMPETENCIES & EXPERTISE:
Proven and successful experience working in formal and/or informal educational contexts with elementary or
secondary students
Proven relationship building effectiveness
Proven collaboration experience working with a broad team
Proven oral and written communication skills and effectiveness
Proven planning and organizational skills
Demonstrated classroom management capabilities
High learning agility and adaptability
Personal faith in Jesus Christ with a passion for Christian education
Bachelors degree from an accredited college/university in a field of study relevant to this position
PREFERRED BACKGROUND, COMPETENCIES & EXPERTISE:
Advanced degree from an accredited college/university in a field of study relevant to this position
Valid teaching certificate/license
Proven experience as elementary teacher
Proven experience working in a private Christian school
