EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Northwest Christian High School

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.

HOW TO APPLY

Email the following items to the NCHS Principal, Josh Snyder:

• Completed NCS Faculty Application Packet (PDF)
• Resume
• Letter of interest
• 2 Letters of recommendation; one must be from a previous/current supervisor

Northwest Christian High School is accepting applications for Activities Coordinator for the 2024-2025 school year

Northwest Christian High School is part of Northwest Christian Schools of Lacey and offers 9th-12th grade on a beautiful 14-acre campus. NCS is the only Christian school in Thurston County offering education from preschool through 12th grade – all on one campus. Our three schools are:

• Northwest Christian Preschool:  Preschool – Pre-K
• Northwest Christian Academy: Kindergarten – 8th grade
• Northwest Christian High School: 9th – 12th grade

The mission of Northwest Christian Schools is to provide a Christ-centered environment with a superior education that prepares students to have a positive impact in our world for Him. Our goal at NCA is to help students learn and grow academically, spiritually, socially, emotionally, and physically in ways which are consistent with our Mission Statement.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM

• 2 years successful office or administrative setting
• Christian faith in Jesus Christ

PREFERRED

• Experience working with students in a school setting

Closing Date:  Open until filled
Salary: $18.00 – 22.00 per hour
Benefits:  NCS Student Tution Discount, Eligible for paid-time off
Job Type:  Full time

HOW TO APPLY

Email the following items to theto the NCHS Principal, Josh Snyder

• Completed NCS Application Packet (PDF)
• Letter of interest
• 2 Letters of recommendation

JOB DESCRIPTION

The employee 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);
• Have a doctrinal statement compatible with the school’s doctrinal statement;

RESPONSIBILITIES

Spiritual:

• Seeks to model in speech, actions, and attitude, a consistent daily walk with Jesus Christ;
• Demonstrates the importance of prayer, Scripture memorization, personal Bible study, witnessing, and unity in Christian fellowship;
• Follows the Matthew 18 principle in dealing with students, parents, administration and staff;

General/Administrative:

• Coordinate student activities and events throughout the school year, including dances, spirit assemblies, the annual Back-to-School Bash etc.
• Teach Leadership Class for one period daily, mobilizing the students to execute activities and events and provide instruction on principles of effective leadership
• Maintain regular and accurate attendance and grade records commensurate to each student’s progress in Leadership Class
• Oversee Student Government and execute the annual election process
• Maintain events and activities on the school calendar, as well as internal calendars
• Approve event requests that are submitted
• Program the bell schedule when appropriate
• Attend monthly staff meetings to report NCHS Events and Activities
• Provide monthly email communication to staff and faculty regarding activities
• Provide clerical assistance in the school office, including answering phones, and welcoming visitors when appropriate
• Oversee the graduation ceremony, steer the graduation committee for graduation reception, facilitate graduation slideshow, and keep students and families on track
• Support Principal in events throughout the school year, including teacher appreciation week, the annual open house, and the 8th grade shadow day
• Assist class advisor teacher’s as necessary and take the lead on class sponsored events
• Promote events by working with the NCS Media Assistant for the school’s NCHS Instagram and facebook.
• Coordinate with the Athletic Director for scheduling events
• Secure volunteers for events when needed
• Coordinate school picture day and picture retake day
• Monitor the ASB budget and work with students to hold fundraising activities
• Assist in planning short-term mission trips every every other school year