Upper Elementary Teacher - Pursuit Christian School
The Pursuit NW
Location
Snohomish, Washington
Salary
$45,000 - $63,000 / YEAR
Quick overview
The teacher is responsible for instructing and leading activities that promote the social, physical, spiritual, and intellectual growth of students. They must also design lesson plans, maintain classroom order, and build collaborative partnerships with parents and staff.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a college degree and a Washington State teacher certification, along with relevant experience in early childhood or elementary education. Applicants are also required to pass background checks and obtain specific certifications including First Aid, CPR, and Child Care Basics.
Job description
Description Status: Full-Time, Monday- Friday
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision covered at 75% for employee and 50% for dependents; 403b retirement; 50% off on staff childcare; and 50% off on school tuition.
Pay
- Salaried,
- Exempt
- Supervisor: School Principal
Requirements
If your interest is working with middle school or upper elementary students, this is the ideal teaching position in a supportive environment that aligns with your Christian values.
Requirements
Spiritual Leadership: Models Christian maturity and discipleship. Instructional Excellence: Designs effective, engaging lessons rooted in best practices. Relational Wisdom: Builds positive, respectful relationships with students and families. Servant Leadership: Demonstrates humility, teamwork, and a willingness to support school needs.
Adaptability
- Responds with grace and creativity to the dynamic nature of upper elementary and middle school life. Bachelor's of Arts degree Washington State teacher credential (required) Immunization Records or waiver (must include MMR, antibody titer labs, or exemption documents) Pass both local and federal background checks.
- JOB
- DUTIES: Integrate Biblical worldview into daily lessons, classroom discussions, and interactions, helping students see God’s truth in every subject. Plan and deliver engaging instruction that meets curriculum and state standards and supports diverse learning needs. Assess student progress through assignments, projects, and evaluations, providing timely and constructive feedback. Cultivate a safe, respectful, and joyful classroom culture where students feel valued and encouraged to grow academically and spiritually. Lead students in prayer, devotionals, and spiritual reflection, fostering habits of faith and discipleship. Partner with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and needs, determine their priorities for their children, and suggest ways that they can promote learning and development. Prepare and organize materials and classrooms for class activities. Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests. Positively support the school's policies and practices and work collaboratively in a professional organization. Build partnerships with parents through proactive communication. Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to children while adapting teaching methods and materials to meet varying student interests. Collaborate with other teachers and administrators. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions or perform other job-related duties requested by a supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws Attend staff meetings Other duties as assigned.
Currently have or willingness to obtain
Complete Child Sex Abuse Training TB Test (results within 1 year) Immunization Records or waiver (must include MMR, antibody titer labs, or exemption documents) Child Care Basics Training (Initial 30 Hours STARS or Exempt) First Aid and CPR Certification
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Medical insurance
- 403b retirement plan
- Staff childcare discount
- School tuition discount