Teaching Principal

Lake Union Conference | Michigan Conference

The Michigan Conference of Seventh-day Adventists is seeking a passionate, mission-driven, and collaborative educator to serve as Teaching Principal/Teacher for Eau Claire Seventh-day Adventist School beginning in the upcoming school year.

Located in the welcoming community of Eau Claire, Michigan, Eau Claire SDA School provides Christ-centered education in a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to grow spiritually, academically, socially, and physically. The school is committed to helping students develop a personal relationship with Jesus while preparing them for lives of service and leadership.

This position offers a unique opportunity for an educator who values small-school ministry, multi-grade teaching, and collaborative leadership with the local church and community.

The Teaching Principal/Teacher will provide both instructional and spiritual leadership while teaching in a multi-grade classroom setting. The ideal candidate is committed to Adventist education and passionate about creating a Christ-centered learning environment where students thrive academically and spiritually.

• Teach and manage a multi-grade classroom (K–8)
• Provide instruction aligned with the NAD curriculum and Adventist philosophy of education
• Serve as the instructional and spiritual leader of the school
• Collaborate closely with the school board, local church, and Michigan Conference Education Department
• Promote school growth, enrollment, and community engagement
• Foster a Christ-centered environment that develops character, service, leadership, and academic excellence
• Supportive and close-knit school and church community
• Opportunity to make a meaningful spiritual and educational impact
• Support and mentorship from the Michigan Conference Education Department
• Ideal setting for educators who enjoy innovation, leadership, and hands-on ministry

Interested candidates are invited to submit:

• Teaching certificate or certification status
• Three professional references (including current pastor)

Applications may be submitted to:

Girlie Zunega-Aguilar
Associate Superintendent of Schools
Michigan Conference of Seventh-day Adventists
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• Active member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in good and regular standing
• Holds or is eligible for NAD teacher certification
• Bachelor’s degree in Education required (Master’s degree preferred)
• Experience or willingness to teach in a multi-grade classroom setting
• Strong organizational, communication, relational, and leadership skills
• Passion for Adventist education and mission-focused ministry