Northwest Christian Schools of Lacey Job Openings

This position reports to and is evaluated by the NCHS Principal. High School Teachers create a flexible High School age program based on subject matter taught, and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; establish effective rapport with students; motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for preparation for college, vocational school, or acquiring employment, in accordance with each student’s ability; and establish good relationships with parents and with other staff members.

Requirements

Minimum

• High School teaching experience in a foreign language
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in the a foreign language
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher may be substituted for experience
• Willingness to pursue a Washington State teaching certificate

Preferred

• 2-3 years of successful teaching experience of a foreign language in a high school environment
• Teaching experience in a private Christian school environment
• Washington State teacher certificate & holds an endorsement in a foreign language

How to Apply 

• Email the following items to the NCHS Principal [kschwoch@ncslacey.org]
  • Completed application [can be accessed at ncslacey.org/careers]
  • Resume
  • Letter of interest
  • 2 Letters of recommendation
    • One must be from a previous/current supervisor

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrate knowledge of content and pedagogy appropriate to student population.
• Set instructional goals directly aligned to the Washington State Standards.
• Conduct their life in a manner which demonstrates spiritual maturity, reflects the purpose and values of the school, and is consistent with the school doctrinal statement (Statement of Faith).
• Incorporate a Christian world view when designing and instructing classroom curriculum.
• Demonstrate godly leadership in the classroom.
• Be a member in good standing of a local church, one having a doctrinal statement compatible with the school’s doctrinal statement.
• Demonstrate knowledge of appropriate academic, technological, and locally relevant resources.
• Design coherent instruction.
• Design appropriate formative and summative assessments.
• Provide fair, equitable, and inclusive opportunities to all students.
• Create a classroom environment of respect and rapport.
• Establish a culture for learning in the classroom.
• Effectively manage classroom procedures.
• Effectively manage student behavior.
• Effectively communicate with all students.
• Use appropriate questioning and discussion techniques during instruction.
• Effectively engage all students in their learning.
• Use assessment within as well as to inform instruction.
• Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness to enhance learning.
• Make thoughtful and reflective assessments of lesson effectiveness and adjust lessons and instructional strategies accordingly.
• Show professionalism in all manners of speech, dress, behavior, and social media communication.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and appropriate records and files.
• Build trust and promote positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Provide highly engaging lessons utilizing nationally accepted best practices, differentiated instruction strategies, and hands-on and experiential/project-based learning methods.
• Utilize 21st century learning and teaching practices every day in every lesson.
• Inspire and encourage student progress while supporting and strengthening the learning capabilities of each student.
• Effectively prepare students to be successful for real life experiences.
• Provide students with ample practice time to master standards and skills.
• Provide students with focused formative feedback.
• Plan instruction that allows for independent/individual study as well as small group and large group collaborations.
• Pursue innovation and excellence in assignment preparations and implementations

Additionally, the teacher should be able to:

• Describe a philosophy of education and demonstrate its relationship to their practice.
• Understand how students learn and develop and apply that knowledge in their practice.
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
• Organize class time to provide a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, work time and assessment.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and--in harmony with the goals- -establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects and the like to communicate these objectives to students.
• Teach students with respect for their individual and cultural characteristics.
• Know their content area and how to teach it.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of pupil.
• Translate lesson plan into developmentally and culturally appropriate learning experiences.
• Use current technology to enhance instruction.
• Use technology for record-keeping and research.
• Apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program.
• Facilitate, monitor, and assesses student learning.
• Evaluate pupils' academic and social growth; keep appropriate records and prepare progress reports.
• Identify pupil needs, make appropriate referrals, and work with the Response to Intervention Team (RTI) to develop strategies for individual education plans.
• Create and maintain a learning environment in which all students are actively engaged and contributing members.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Create an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, interest centers, and exhibits of student's work.
• Work as a partner with parents, families, and the community.
• Take an active role in attending and/or participating in school and community events.
• Communicate regularly with parents by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences, etc.
• Participate in and contribute to the teaching profession by attending professional development sessions and/or registering for appropriate state-wide trainings and conferences.
• Follow established school policies, rules, and regulations.
• Other related duties as assigned.

This position reports to and is evaluated by the NCHS Principal. High School Teachers create a flexible High School age program based on subject matter taught, and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; establish effective rapport with students; motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for preparation for college, vocational school, or acquiring employment, in accordance with each student’s ability; and establish good relationships with parents and with other staff members.

Requirements

Minimum

• High School teaching experience in language arts
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in language arts or related field
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher may be substituted for experience
• Willingness to pursue a Washington State teaching certificate

Preferred

• 2-3 years of successful teaching experience of language arts in a high school environment
• Teaching experience in a private Christian school environment
• Washington State teacher certificate & holds an endorsement in a language arts

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Salary: 2020-2021 Salary Scale

How to Apply

• Email the following items to the NCHS Principal [kschwoch@ncslacey.org]
  • Completed application [can be accessed at ncslacey.org/careers]
  • Resume
  • Letter of interest
  • 2 Letters of recommendation
    • One must be from a previous/current supervisor

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrate knowledge of content and pedagogy appropriate to student population.
• Set instructional goals directly aligned to the Washington State Standards.
• Conduct their life in a manner which demonstrates spiritual maturity, reflects the purpose and values of the school, and is consistent with the school doctrinal statement (Statement of Faith).
• Incorporate a Christian world view when designing and instructing classroom curriculum.
• Demonstrate godly leadership in the classroom.
• Be a member in good standing of a local church, one having a doctrinal statement compatible with the school’s doctrinal statement.
• Demonstrate knowledge of appropriate academic, technological, and locally relevant resources.
• Design coherent instruction.
• Design appropriate formative and summative assessments.
• Provide fair, equitable, and inclusive opportunities to all students.
• Create a classroom environment of respect and rapport.
• Establish a culture for learning in the classroom.
• Effectively manage classroom procedures.
• Effectively manage student behavior.
• Effectively communicate with all students.
• Use appropriate questioning and discussion techniques during instruction.
• Effectively engage all students in their learning.
• Use assessment within as well as to inform instruction.
• Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness to enhance learning.
• Make thoughtful and reflective assessments of lesson effectiveness and adjust lessons and instructional strategies accordingly.
• Show professionalism in all manners of speech, dress, behavior, and social media communication.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and appropriate records and files.
• Build trust and promote positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Provide highly engaging lessons utilizing nationally accepted best practices, differentiated instruction strategies, and hands-on and experiential/project-based learning methods.
• Utilize 21st century learning and teaching practices every day in every lesson.
• Inspire and encourage student progress while supporting and strengthening the learning capabilities of each student.
• Effectively prepare students to be successful for real life experiences.
• Provide students with ample practice time to master standards and skills.
• Provide students with focused formative feedback.
• Plan instruction that allows for independent/individual study as well as small group and large group collaborations.
• Pursue innovation and excellence in assignment preparations and implementations

Additionally, the teacher should be able to:

• Describe a philosophy of education and demonstrate its relationship to their practice.
• Understand how students learn and develop and apply that knowledge in their practice.
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
• Organize class time to provide a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, work time and assessment.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and--in harmony with the goals- -establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects and the like to communicate these objectives to students.
• Teach students with respect for their individual and cultural characteristics.
• Know their content area and how to teach it.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of pupil.
• Translate lesson plan into developmentally and culturally appropriate learning experiences.
• Use current technology to enhance instruction.
• Use technology for record-keeping and research.
• Apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program.
• Facilitate, monitor, and assesses student learning.
• Evaluate pupils' academic and social growth; keep appropriate records and prepare progress reports.
• Identify pupil needs, make appropriate referrals, and work with the Response to Intervention Team (RTI) to develop strategies for individual education plans.
• Create and maintain a learning environment in which all students are actively engaged and contributing members.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Create an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, interest centers, and exhibits of student's work.
• Work as a partner with parents, families, and the community.
• Take an active role in attending and/or participating in school and community events.
• Communicate regularly with parents by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences, etc.
• Participate in and contribute to the teaching profession by attending professional development sessions and/or registering for appropriate state-wide trainings and conferences.
• Follow established school policies, rules, and regulations.
• Other related duties as assigned.

This position reports to and is evaluated by the NCHS Principal. High School Teachers create a flexible High School age program based on subject matter taught, and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; establish effective rapport with students; motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for preparation for college, vocational school, or acquiring employment, in accordance with each student’s ability; and establish good relationships with parents and with other staff members.

Requirements

Minimum

• High School teaching experience in science
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in the field of science
• Willingness to pursue a Washington State teaching certificate

Preferred

• 2-3 year of successful teaching experience in a high school environment
• Teaching experience in a private Christian school environment
• Washington State teacher certificate & holds an endorsement in science

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Salary: 2020-2021 Salary Scale

How to Apply

• Email the following items to the NCHS Principal [kschwoch@ncslacey.org]
  • Completed application [can be accessed at ncslacey.org/careers]
  • Resume
  • Letter of interest
  • 2 Letters of recommendation
    • One must be from a previous/current supervisor 

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrate knowledge of content and pedagogy appropriate to student population.
• Set instructional goals directly aligned to the Washington State Standards.
• Conduct their life in a manner which demonstrates spiritual maturity, reflects the purpose and values of the school, and is consistent with the school doctrinal statement (Statement of Faith).
• Incorporate a Christian world view when designing and instructing classroom curriculum.
• Demonstrate godly leadership in the classroom.
• Be a member in good standing of a local church, one having a doctrinal statement compatible with the school’s doctrinal statement.
• Demonstrate knowledge of appropriate academic, technological, and locally relevant resources.
• Design coherent instruction.
• Design appropriate formative and summative assessments.
• Provide fair, equitable, and inclusive opportunities to all students.
• Create a classroom environment of respect and rapport.
• Establish a culture for learning in the classroom.
• Effectively manage classroom procedures.
• Effectively manage student behavior.
• Effectively communicate with all students.
• Use appropriate questioning and discussion techniques during instruction.
• Effectively engage all students in their learning.
• Use assessment within as well as to inform instruction.
• Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness to enhance learning.
• Make thoughtful and reflective assessments of lesson effectiveness and adjust lessons and instructional strategies accordingly.
• Show professionalism in all manners of speech, dress, behavior, and social media communication.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and appropriate records and files.
• Build trust and promote positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Provide highly engaging lessons utilizing nationally accepted best practices, differentiated instruction strategies, and hands-on and experiential/project-based learning methods.
• Utilize 21st century learning and teaching practices every day in every lesson.
• Inspire and encourage student progress while supporting and strengthening the learning capabilities of each student.
• Effectively prepare students to be successful for real life experiences.
• Provide students with ample practice time to master standards and skills.
• Provide students with focused formative feedback.
• Plan instruction that allows for independent/individual study as well as small group and large group collaborations.
• Pursue innovation and excellence in assignment preparations and implementations

Additionally, the teacher should be able to:

• Describe a philosophy of education and demonstrate its relationship to their practice.
• Understand how students learn and develop and apply that knowledge in their practice.
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
• Organize class time to provide a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, work time and assessment.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and--in harmony with the goals- -establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects and the like to communicate these objectives to students.
• Teach students with respect for their individual and cultural characteristics.
• Know their content area and how to teach it.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of pupil.
• Translate lesson plan into developmentally and culturally appropriate learning experiences.
• Use current technology to enhance instruction.
• Use technology for record-keeping and research.
• Apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program.
• Facilitate, monitor, and assesses student learning.
• Evaluate pupils' academic and social growth; keep appropriate records and prepare progress reports.
• Identify pupil needs, make appropriate referrals, and work with the Response to Intervention Team (RTI) to develop strategies for individual education plans.
• Create and maintain a learning environment in which all students are actively engaged and contributing members.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Create an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, interest centers, and exhibits of student's work.
• Work as a partner with parents, families, and the community.
• Take an active role in attending and/or participating in school and community events.
• Communicate regularly with parents by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences, etc.
• Participate in and contribute to the teaching profession by attending professional development sessions and/or registering for appropriate state-wide trainings and conferences.
• Follow established school policies, rules, and regulations.
• Other related duties as assigned.

CURRENT OPENINGS:  Kindergarten, Fourth Grade and Junior High

Northwest Christian Academy is now accepting classroom teacher applications at our K-8 campus for the 2020-2021 school year. 

Job Requirements

The teacher shall:

• Conduct their life in a manner which demonstrates spiritual maturity, reflects the purpose and values of the school, and is consistent with the school doctrinal statement (Statement of Faith);
• Be a member in good standing of a local church, one having a doctrinal statement compatible with the school’s doctrinal statement;
• Demonstrate godly leadership in the classroom;
• Be a college graduate with a BA or MA in education;
• Be certificated to teach the subject(s)/grade levels for which they are hired.

Please send your letter of interest, resume and a request for application to nca@ncslacey.org.  

Northwest Christian Academy (NCA) is seeking a high energy, fun, K-7 Spanish Immersion Teacher for the 2020-2021 school year. Our vision is to expose students to the Spanish language, beginning at an early age, with the goal of increasing bilingual literacy each year.  NCA’s students spend 1 to 1.5 of target language (Spanish) immersion weekly, from kindergarten through seventh grade.  

Duties/Responsibilities include:

• Conduct their life in a manner which demonstrates spiritual maturity, reflects the purpose and values of the school, and is consistent with the school doctrinal statement (Statement of Faith);
• Be a member in good standing of a local church, one having a doctrinal statement compatible with the school’s doctrinal statement;
• Demonstrate godly leadership in the classroom;

• Use a variety of teaching tools while teaching students to read, write, and speak Spanish to create an enthusiasm for learning the language. 
• Educate students on the culture and history of countries that speak Spanish, to create an overall interest in the subject.
• Develop and implement curricula as appropriate for grade levels.
• Prepare lesson plans, instructional aids, and supplemental teaching materials.
• Assess and prepare reports such as achievement progress and grades.

Please send your letter of interest, resume and a request for application to nca@ncslacey.org.