Resident Substitute Teacher

Lighthouse Christian School • Gig Harbor, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This full-time position works all teacher days: student days and training/inservice days. The role involves substituting in classrooms, managing classroom environments, facilitating positive interactions, and instilling a biblical worldview in students. Additionally, the position includes duties such as providing classroom teacher notes, contributing to school improvement, supervising students during recess, and serving as a front desk receptionist in the main office.

Requirements

• Must be a born-again Christian.
• Must be a credible Christian role model whose godly lifestyle and character demonstrate obedience to God and the Holy Bible.
• Must be able to support and comply with the school’s Statement of Faith.
• Must have an understanding of, and commitment to Lighthouse Christian School educational objectives and philosophy of education.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and in an internet/online environment; ability to quickly learn and use different software applications.
• Must have sufficient health and physical endurance to be able to complete assigned responsibilities.
• Models Christian virtues in attitude, speech, and action.
• Exhibits the fruit of the Spirit (Gal. 5:22, 23).
• Models and cultivates habits of prayer, faith, and encouragement in self and others.
• Commits and contributes to a local church.
• Possesses a solid and growing knowledge of the Scripture and Christianity.
• Disciples students toward spiritual growth and maturity.
• Maintains good health and physical endurance to fulfill job duties.
• Maintains good attendance.
• Ability to analyze situations and adopt an effective and calm course of action.
• Ability to properly administer first aid if necessary.

Nice To Haves

• Participate in meetings, devotions, professional learning community and Inservice as required.

Responsibilities

• Substitute in classrooms, maintaining classroom management and a conducive learning environment.
• Follow lesson plans outlined by the teacher and instill a biblical worldview in students.
• Facilitate positive, productive interactions in the classroom and during recess, including conflict resolution.
• Provide classroom teacher notes on student progress, performance, and conduct.
• Supervise students during assigned recess, maintaining equipment and administering first aid if necessary.
• Serve as a front desk receptionist, providing a friendly environment and communicating with parents, students, and visitors.
• Attend required meetings, devotions, and in-services.
• Contribute to the general well-being and improvement of the school.
• Complete other tasks assigned by administration.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package including medical, dental, life and disability insurance
• 401k with match after one year of service
• Generous Paid Time Off: Paid sick time and personal days
• Wellness reimbursement
• Ongoing professional development
• Complimentary lunch on school days
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• 50% tuition discount for enrolled students or their choice of $2,500 additional retirement contribution, education reimbursement or student loan reimbursement (Prorated based on FTE)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees