EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Northwest Christian Preschool is now accepting applications for a Preschool Teacher for the 2025-26 school year. Please submit a resume and the NCS Faculty Application Form, including the reference form. Northwest Christian Preschool is part of Northwest Christian Schools of Lacey 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.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum

• Experience working with preschool age children
• Christian faith in Jesus Christ

Preferred

• 2-3 years of successful teaching experience
• Associates (AA) degree or higher
• Teaching experience in a Christian preschool

Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Salary: $18-$22/hour
Job Type: Monday/Wednesday/Friday, Part-time (approx. 12 hours per week)

HOW TO APPLY
Email the following items to the NCP Director

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

QUALIFICATIONS*
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 willing to submit to and honor the standards outlined in the Employee Handbook

RESPONSIBILITIES*
Spiritual:

• Seeks to model in speech, actions, and attitude, a consistent daily walk with Jesus Christ;
• Follows the Matthew 18 principal in dealing with students, parents, administration, and staff;

Instructional:

• Recognizes the role of parents as primarily responsible before God for their child’s education and assists them in that task;
• Teaches classes as assigned, following prescribed scope and sequence;
• Integrates Biblical principles and a Christian philosophy of education consistent with the Statement of Faith of the school throughout the curriculum;
• Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students, challenging each to do his best;
• Employs a variety of instructional aids, methods, materials, and technology that will provide for creative teaching to reach the whole child: spiritual, mental, physical, social, and emotional;
• Assesses the learning of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required;
• Maintains classroom management in the classroom and on the school premises for a good teaching environment;
• Informs the administration if unable to fulfill any duty assigned. Prepares adequate information and materials for the substitute teacher.

Non-Instructional:

• Cooperates with the board and administration in implementing all policies, procedures, and directives governing the operation of the school;
• Maintains regular and accurate attendance and grade records to meet the demands for comprehensive knowledge of each student’s progress;
• Keeps student, parents, and administration adequately informed of progress or deficiencies, and gives sufficient notice of impending failure;
• Maintains a clean, attractive, and well-ordered classroom;
• Supervises extra-curricular activities and outings as assigned;
• Supports the broader program of the school by attending extra-curricular activities as outlined in the staff handbook.

Professional:

• Utilizes educational opportunities and evaluation processes for professional growth;
• Seeks the counsel of the director 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, faculty, 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.

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 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 community.
  

* May be amended as deemed appropriate by school administration.

Northwest Christian Academy is accepting applications for Head Girls Basketball Coach for the 2025-26 school year. The head basketball coach will work directly with the NCA Athletic Director to oversee areas of the NCA Girls Basketball program and meet the goals set forth by the athletic department and our athletes.

Requirements:

• Christian Faith in Jesus Christ
• The ability to work collaboratively with the Athletic Director and other administrative personnel within the system to carry out the school’s mission
• The ability to provide leadership and supervision to basketball athletes and programs
• Must pass fingerprint background check
• First Aid and CPR Certification

Job Type: Seasonal, Part-time (10-15 hours/week); January 20th-March 5th

How to Apply:

Please submit the Completed NCS Application Packet (PDF) and direct any questions regarding the position to the NCA Athletic Director, Trisha Lanham (nca.athletics@ncslacey.org).