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 Academy is accepting applications for Track Coaches for the 2024-25 school year. The coaches will work with the Academy Athletic Director to meet the goals set forth by the athletic department and our athletes.

Northwest Christian Academy part of Northwest Christian Schools of Lacey offers Kindergarten – 8th 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

• Must be 21+ years of age
• Christian Faith in Jesus Christ
• 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)
• 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
• Must complete required training

Closing Date:  Open Until Filled
Dates:  April 7 – May 23, 2025
Hours:  Practices are Monday through Friday from 3:15pm to 5:00 pm
Benefits:  $400 Stipend, 2 sports fees waived for coach kids, and more
Job Type:  Part-time

HOW TO APPLY

Email the following items to the NCA Athletic Director, Trisha Lanham at nca.athletics@ncslacey.org.

• CompletedNCS Application Packet (PDF)
• Resume
• Letter of interest
• 2 Letters of recommendation