Vancouver Elementary Third Grade Teacher

POSITION SUMMARY

The THIRD GRADE TEACHER is responsible for providing high-quality instruction in alignment with MCA curriculum and educational standards while integrating biblical values and a Christian worldview into the classroom experience. This role fosters student growth through engaging instruction, intentional relationship-building, consistent classroom leadership, and strong communication with families and staff.

Teachers are expected to cultivate a positive, structured, and Christ-centered classroom culture that supports academic achievement, character development, social-emotional growth, and spiritual formation.

• Deliver engaging instruction across elementary subject areas using approved curriculum and effective teaching strategies
• Create and maintain a positive, organized, and Christ-centered classroom environment conducive to learning and student growth
• Develop lesson plans, classroom activities, and assessments aligned with educational objectives and student learning outcomes
• Differentiate instruction to support varying student learning styles, abilities, and needs
• Establish and consistently maintain classroom routines, expectations, and behavior standards
• Monitor student progress and maintain timely grading, assessments, records, and documentation
• Communicate professionally and proactively with parents regarding student progress, classroom expectations, and support needs
• Build positive relationships with students through encouragement, accountability, consistency, and care
• Collaborate effectively with administrators, support staff, and fellow teachers
• Support students’ spiritual formation through biblical integration, Christ-like leadership, and daily interactions
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, professional development, school events, and other assigned duties
• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and positive communication in all school-related matters

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution required
• Teaching license/certification preferred
• Elementary classroom teaching experience preferred
• Strong classroom management and instructional skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, parents, staff, and administration
• Strong organizational skills, flexibility, professionalism, and relational maturity
• Commitment to continuous professional and spiritual growth

• Demonstrate a personal Christian faith and lifestyle consistent with biblical principles
• Be an active member in good standing of Mannahouse or a like-minded church, including regular attendance, ministry involvement, and tithing
• Be passionate about Christian education and spiritual mentorship of students
• Integrate faith naturally into relationships, leadership, and classroom culture

Compensation depends on education, licensure, and experience.

Eligible employees may also receive access to applicable benefits.