Missionary | 3rd and 4th Grade Teacher | Yap, Federated States of Micronesia

Missionary | 3rd and 4th Grade Teacher | Yap, Federated States of Micronesia Yap SDA School in Yap, FM

North American Division Union | Guam-Micronesia Mission

Yap Seventh-day Adventist School is located on the island of Yap in Micronesia and serves students in grades K–12, with an approximate enrollment of 80 students. The school provides a Bible-based, Christ-centered, and service-oriented education rooted in Seventh-day Adventist beliefs and supported by a close-knit island community.

Role Description

The 3rd and 4th Grade Teacher will instruct a small, multi-grade classroom of approximately 10–15 students in core elementary subjects including Reading/Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Bible, and integrated character and service learning. This full-time position includes responsibility for lesson planning, instruction, classroom management, assessment, and student supervision while integrating Bible-based, Christ-centered values into daily learning. The teacher will foster a nurturing, service-oriented classroom environment and collaborate closely with colleagues, parents, and the school community.

Requirements

• Bachelor s degree required, preferably in Education or a related field; individuals with any college or university degree who feel called to serve as missionary teachers and are willing to learn are also encouraged to apply
• NAD teacher certification preferred; candidates working toward certification or willing to obtain it are welcome
• Teaching experience preferred; applicants without prior experience who demonstrate a strong commitment to learning, flexibility, and Christian education are encouraged to apply
• Experience with early elementary or multi-grade classrooms is an asset
• Experience with English Language Learners, differentiated instruction, or curriculum integration in small-school environments preferred
• Willingness to meet immigration and work authorization requirements for Micronesia
• Strong classroom management, communication, and teamwork skills
• Commitment to Bible-based, Christ-centered, and service-oriented Seventh-day Adventist education
• Christ-centered spirit, heart for service, adaptability, and willingness to work collaboratively within a close-knit school community
• Cultural sensitivity, patience, and a positive, teachable attitude

Applications are reviewed as received; early application is encouraged as the position may be filled before the deadline.

The Yap Seventh-day Adventist School desires to provide a quality Christian education for students preparing them, now and for eternity. Our school program is:
Christ-centered, Bible-based, and service-oriented.

As a Bible-based, Seventh-day Adventist institution, Yap Seventh-day Adventist School aims to integrate faith and academic excellence with loving guidance to prepare students for a life of service in their local and global communities, and eternal life with Jesus