8 . Effectively manage the classroom and build relationships with students with an emphasis
o n understanding the whole child. (This person would be providing one-on-one
intervention)
9. Collaborate with the entire teaching team on all student-related matters.
10. Collaborate with the Center for Student Success team to ensure the appropriate
challenge and support are provided to each student.
1 1. M anage communication with parents regarding the emotional and academic growth of
t heir children.
12. attend and participate in three parent conferences per year to discuss progress and
growth
1 3. A ttend weekly faculty meetings.
14. Demonstrate a commitment to the Faculty Characteristics of Professional Excellence
listed below.
About St. Paul Christian Academy
At St. Paul, the school walks with parents to establish a permanent foundation for our students
to flourish by pursuing academic excellence, a passion for Christ, and an ever-deepening
u nderstanding of their call to be leaders who uniquely shape the world in which they live. This
foundation is formed by creating a place filled with childlike wonder where each child is known,
loved, nurtured, and challenged to be his or her best, in no small part due to our experienced
and exceptional faculty.
St. Paul students and faculty pursue academic excellence in a loving and challenging
environment where children learn to work hard while simultaneously maintaining the wonder of
childhood. We hold high expectations for our students, and our nurturing environment helps
them meet those expectations to reach their highest potential. As a result, our children are well
p repared for acceptance into the most competitive college-preparatory schools in Nashville.
Faculty Characteristics of Professional Excellence
A teacher at our school:
1. Demonstrates the qualities of a professional educator. (Academic Excellence)
2. Projects a positive, Christ-like attitude and models a thoughtful, balanced,
Biblically-focused lifestyle. (Passion for Christ)
3 . Seeks to build meaningful, long-lasting relationships. (Leadership Development)
4. Partners with parents to promote student success.
5 . Facilitates proactive and constructive communication with students, parents, faculty, and
administration.
6 . Demonstrates active support for colleagues and intentionally collaborates and
contributes to one’s team.
7. M aintains individualized and high expectations for all students.
