Elementary 5th Grade Teacher

Overview

Position: Full Time Certified Teacher

Grade Levels: 5th Grade

Location: Lacey, Washington
Schedule: Monday – Friday 7:45am – 4:00pm

Start Date: August 20, 2025

Faith Lutheran Christian School is a Christ-centered elementary school dedicated to nurturing students in both faith and academics. We serve children from Preschool through 8th grade and strive to cultivate a school culture rooted in respect, kindness, and Christian values. Our mission is to… Raise up families and followers of Christ.

Position Overview: The full-time teacher would prepare and teach all subjects in a self-contained classroom of no more than 15 fifth grade students. The ideal candidate would have at least 2 years of elementary classroom experience and be open to incorporating a Christian worldview into all instruction.

Responsibilities:

·        Facilitate opportunities for ongoing faith integration and development

·        Create weekly and long-range lesson planning for engaging instruction in English language arts, math, social studies, theology and science aligned with curriculum standards.

·        Create a positive learning environment for all. Foster a safe, respectful, and Christ-centered classroom atmosphere that supports student learning, growth, and behavior expectations.

·        Differentiate instruction by adapting teaching methods and materials to meet the diverse needs and learning styles of students.

·        Collaborate with colleagues. Work closely with other teachers, staff, and administration to ensure continuity of instruction, to share best practices, and support school-wide initiatives.

·        Communicate clearly and often with families. Maintain regular communication with parents regarding student progress, classroom updates, and any academic or behavioral concerns.

·        Participate in the life of the school community.  Actively contribute to the faith-based mission of the school by participating in chapel, school events, professional development, additional duties and community-building activities.

·        Assess students formatively, and provide progress reports and documentation

 

 

 

 

Qualifications:

Hold a Washington State Teacher Certification
Strong classroom management and communication skills
Positive, growth mindset and affirmation work style
Educational philosophy that embraces the potential of all children to learn
Personal commitment to the mission of Christian education
Have the ability to implement 21st Century Skills and educational technology into curriculum design
Able to work independently and in a team environment
Able to maintain confidentiality and work flexibility
Salary Range: $30,500-$50,000K; Compensation is scalable with education and experience

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Sick Leave, Personal Leave, Life Insurance, K-8 Tuition Discount

Faith Lutheran Christian School is an equal opportunity employer, with the right to prefer employees and prospective employees on the basis of religion and other exemptions applicable to religious institutions. Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check.

How to Apply: Please submit a resume, brief cover letter outlining your interest and experience, and at least two references to Principal, Ann Ashe – administrator@flschool.org.