Second Grade Teacher

2nd Grade Teacher for  Academic Year

Sunbeams is seeking a passionate educator to join our team. We are currently hiring for a second grade teacher. Sunbeams is a Lutheran school that blends project-based learning and rigorous academics and believes in designing a learning environment that meets the needs of the whole child. Ideal candidates are committed to nurturing young learners, fostering a love of learning, collaborating with colleagues and families, and sharing God’s love in the classroom.

Teacher must hold a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Education and either have a teaching credential or be working toward one. This is a full‑time position.

Start date for this position is August 14, 2026.

• Establishes a positive, encouraging, supportive, cooperative and caring Christian environment. Maintains an environment in which learning takes place and each child is encouraged and affirmed.
• Provides daily contact with God through Bible stories, planting and nurturing the seeds of faith and knowledge of Jesus and His love for them.
• Reviews Washington standards and implements them into the classroom learning experience.
• Agrees to be trained in and adheres to our chosen curriculum approach.
• Implements goals effectively throughout the school year by providing daily experiences that are age and developmentally appropriate.
• Sets the classroom schedule through a yearly plan, weekly lesson plans and a daily schedule of learning events, with approval of the School Administrator.
• Develops the whole child by integrating all subjects of the curriculum: language arts, math and number concepts, social studies, science, art, music, computer skills, and motor skills.
• Uses a variety of teaching techniques and styles, providing activities that promote visual, auditory and kinesthetic experiences—using a multi‑sensory approach.
• Creates an atmosphere that encourages self‑control, good listening, and positive social interaction with peers and adults.
• Maintains positive and consistent classroom discipline.
• Keeps accurate records of student attendance and progress.
• Prepares and leads parent conferences in a positive and helpful manner for each student. Parents of students in grades K‑4 will be offered 2 formal conferences per school year, with three grade report periods.
• Informal parent conferences will be offered as needed.
• A portfolio of learning accomplishments will be kept for each student, including work samples, writing samples, photographs of learning activities, formal and informal assessment reports, and anecdotal records.
• Helps to maintain a safe, positive, and healthy school environment in their classroom, in the school building as a whole and on the school playground.
• Assists the School Administrator in developing and implementing short‑term and long‑range goals for their classroom and the school as a whole.
• Attends staff devotions and staff meetings.
• Schedules field trips with the School Director and engages parent support.
• Arranges for and always provides proper supervision of children, in the building and on the playground.
• Writes weekly lesson plans with copies given to the students’ parents prior to the beginning of each week.
• Welcomes each family with friendliness and a smile—being an ambassador of Christ’s love to each family.
• Is always ready to be a witness of their faith to children and their families.

• Is closely connected to their Lord and Savior through prayer, Bible study, and regular church attendance.
• Is a member of a Christian congregation.
• Evidences a lifestyle that reflects a dynamic relationship with Christ.
• Demonstrates a Christ‑like love for children and their families.
• Is open‑minded, patient, and cheerful in their approach to teaching and working with other staff members.
• Is sensitive to the needs and feelings of others, showing Christian concern and respect for all.
• Is honest, dependable, punctual, self‑disciplined, self‑motivated, creative, caring and enthusiastic.
• Is warm, tactful, courteous, and an effective listener.
• Works in a positive manner, under the direction of the School Administrator and School Board.
• Interacts in a positive and professional manner with…