EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Northwest Christian High School (NCHS) is now accepting International Student Coordinator applications for the 2025-26 school year.

Northwest Christian High School (NCHS) offers 9-12th grades on the beautiful 14-acre campus as part of Northwest Christian Schools of Lacey (NCS).

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 NCHS 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

• BA (BA degree or higher may be substituted for experience)
• Christian faith in Jesus Christ

Preferred

• Masters Degree
• 2-3 years of experience in a private Christian school setting or working with youth
• 2-3 years of administrative experience
• ESL/ELL experience and working with diverse cultures

Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Salary: $24-$26/hour
Job Type: Part-time (10-20 hours per week on average and summer hours reduced significantly)

Benefits: NCS Student Tuition Discount

HOW TO APPLY
Email the following items to the NCHS Principal, Josh Snyder (jsnyder@ncslacey.org)

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

JOB DESCRIPTION
Summary:
It is the primary responsibility of the International Program Coordinator is to ensure efficient and effective management of all international students and their host families. The coordinator is responsible for maintaining records on each international student and all host family applications. They must also ensure the success of each international student and work with international organizations to assist with deciding which students best fit NCHS. Achieving academic excellence requires that the International Program Coordinator work collaboratively with all members of the school staff. Inherent in the position are the responsibilities for assisting with scheduling of international students, assisting host families, and supervising the overall experience of international students both on and off campus.

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);
• 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 or similar;

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;
• Motivates students to accept God’s gift of salvation and grow in their faith. Leads students to a realization of their worth in Christ;

Professional:

• Cooperates with the board and administration in implementing all policies, procedures, and directives governing the operation of the school;
• Seeks the counsel of the principal and colleagues, and communicates appropriately with parents, while maintaining a teachable attitude;
• Provides input and recommendations for administrative and managerial functions in the school;
• Attends and participates in scheduled devotional, in-service, retreat, committee, faculty, and school events;
• Knows the procedures for dealing with emergencies;
• Contributes to the general improvement of the school program;
• Performs any other duties which may be assigned by the administration.

Essential Functions:

• Leads and develops the vision for the International Student Program at NHCS by serving as the first point of contact for general support for families of international students.
• Assures policies and requirements of the ISP are maintained, reviewed, and revised as needed.
• Serves as a Designated School Official (DSO) approved by DHS to issue immigration. documents and grant immigration benefits to students in F-1 and J-1 visa status, conduct SEVIS reporting, issue I-20 certificate of eligibility.
• Advises students on visa requirements, and student responsibilities pertaining to maintaining status.
• Has knowledge of NACES and International Student Transcript Evaluation.
• Communicates regularly with the Finance and Admissions Department to ensure accurate documentation of student data.
• Oversees host families and interviews all potential host families.
• Provides support to teachers to assess student progress and needs.
• Meets regularly with the High School principal and admissions providing reports regarding the status of ISP, to address concerns, and to strategize program development.
• Develops relationships and pathways with key transfer colleges and universities.
• Continually updates international student manuals, web pages, procedures, and other documents critical to the function of the program and report changes to the principal.

Student Life:

• Hosts annual academic orientation for all international students and ensures a smooth integration with American students and life in the United States.
• Counsels students regarding college preparatory programs, colleges, and career choices.
• Refers students to counselors, instructors, college application support services, external agencies, and write college letters of recommendation when appropriate.
• Assists students who are outside the country during break periods with emergency situations; resolve issues and/or involve institutional leadership as appropriate.
• Tracks the academic progress of all international students and collaborates with the high school counselor to ensure student success.

Marketing/Admissions:

• Works closely with the Admissions office on the status of enrollment of international students.
• Provides campus tours for prospective ISP families.
• Interviews and reviews all new applicants for International High School Students.
• Attends and actively participates in international student recruitment events; Provides presentations locally and internationally to individuals or large groups regarding programs and services at NCHS.
• Actively engages international student recruitment efforts in order to grow the program:
  • Maintain and build positive relationships with current and prospective agencies
  • Possible international travel to foreign student recruitment events
  • Develop and implement a strategic international student recruitment plan using digital communications, social media, direct outreach, and partnerships with other educational and governmental agencies.
  • Ensures school information is communicated and distributed to international students and families throughout the school year including details such as, but not limited to:
    Letters to embassies, student pictures, yearbook, graduation announcements, JSB, homecoming, etc.
  • Monitors agent performance to ensure provision of accurate information to students. adheres to ethical practice governing recruiting and counseling students.

Personal:

• Demonstrates the character qualities of enthusiasm, courtesy, flexibility, integrity, gratitude, kindness, self-control, perseverance, and punctuality;
• Meets everyday stress with emotional stability, objectivity, and optimism;
• Develops and maintains rapport with students, parents, and staff by treating others with kindness, dignity, and consideration;
• Respectfully submits and is loyal to constituted authority;
• Maintains a personal appearance that is a model of cleanliness, modesty, good taste, and in agreement with school policy;
• Uses acceptable English in written and oral communication. Speaks with clear articulation;
• Recognizes the need for good public relations. Represents the school in a favorable and professional manner to the constituency and general public.
• Places the teaching ministry ahead of outside or volunteer work;
• Makes an effort to appreciate and understand the uniqueness of our community.

* May be amended as deemed appropriate by school administration.

At Northwest Christian Schools (NCS), we are seeking qualified substitutes to continue classroom instruction and growth in the absence of teachers. Substitutes may be called upon for both planned and unplanned substitute opportunities throughout the year. If you meet the qualifications below and are interested in being a part of our substitute roster, we’d love to talk to you! 

Qualifications

Substitute teachers are expected to:

• 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;
• Have experience working with youth (experience in a classroom setting preferred);
• Have a minimum of an AA (BA or MA preferred);

The NCS campus consists of three schools – Northwest Christian Preschool (Preschool and Pre-K, ages 3-5), Northwest Christian Academy (Kinder-8th grade), and Northwest Christian High School (9th-12th grade). If you would like to be considered for a substitute teaching position at one or more of our schools, please email the following items to the appropriate school’s office:

• Completed NCS Faculty Application Packet
• Resume
• Letter of interest
• Two letters of recommendation; one must be from a current or former supervisor

NCS Offices:

• Northwest Christian Preschool: ncp@ncslacey.org
• Northwest Christian Academy: nca@ncslacey.org
• Northwest Christian High School: nchs@ncslacey.org

Part Time – As Needed
Application Packet (PDF)

Northwest Christian Schools of Lacey is looking for bus drivers to drive our athletic teams, field trips, and summer camp to various locations within the western Washington footprint. This would be a part-time, as-needed position.

Qualifications include your CDL Class B license with a school bus endorsement. We are looking for a Christian individual who would like to have a ministry driving for Northwest Christian Schools.

Please submit a completed NCS Application Packet to nca@ncslacey.org.