Teacher – Christian Studies (Middle School or Upper School)

Job Title: Teacher – Christian Studies (Middle School or Upper School)

Position Type: (Exempt or Non-Exempt): Exempt, Full-time; This is a Leave Replacement for this school year with potential for Full-Time employment in 2025-2026

Reports to: Middle School Division Head or Upper School Division Head

Closing Date: When Filled

Start Date: March 1, 2025

Location: Redmond, WA

Pay Range: $62,000 - $104,000 (Dependent on Experience)

Benefits for Benefit Eligible Employees:

Employer Subsidized Medical

Dental and Vision Insurance Available at Employee’s Cost

Employer Paid Life, AD&D, and Long-term Disability Insurance

Paid Leave (Vacation, PTO, Maternity, Paternity)

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement

Professional Development

Tuition Discount

Discounted School Lunches

Costco Membership Reimbursement

Application: ONLY Accepted at https://www.tbcs.org/employment; To view our school profile, go to School Profile - The Bear Creek School (tbcs.org)

Do you find reward in investing a piece of yourself into something bigger with an everlasting impact? Do you enjoy being part of a Christian community united in a common goal? Do you enjoy making a difference in the lives of students directly in the classroom or through a supporting role? Read on to find out more about our amazing school!

The Bear Creek School is a classical Christian School for Preschool – 12th grade. We are a nondenominational, private, day school accredited by the Northwest Association of Independent Schools. At The Bear Creek School, a Christian classical education serves as a powerful framework for teaching and inspiring students and introducing them to the great minds, great works, great events, great discoveries, and great art of the centuries. We believe knowledge which endures is worth student attention; we believe studying minds of the past helps us understand and shape our future; we believe wisdom is developed by reflectively considering ideas in light of the Christian worldview. The school’s mission is to provide a high-quality, Christian liberal arts education in a nurturing environment that will enable each student to become the individual God intends. Please see our website, www.tbcs.org, for additional information.

Your Role.

The Bear Creek School is currently seeking to add a member to our teaching team! Teachers are responsible for using a classical Christian education model to teach students, develop virtue, and help each student grow into the individual God intends. Lessons are carefully planned to inspire and motivate students and to support them in reaching the learning outcomes. A successful teacher creates a nurturing environment where all students feel known and valued. Christian Studies teachers specifically aim to provide opportunities for personal engagement with the Gospel, examine the integral nature of Christian thought and teach students to understand the foundational role of Scripture, theology, and Christian history.

As a member of The Bear Creek School, you belong to a vibrant preschool - grade 12 community fully committed to the mission of our school: to provide a high-quality, Christian liberal arts education in a nurturing environment that will enable each student to become the individual God intends.

Why you should work at The Bear Creek School.

Bear Creek is a vibrant community of faculty and staff committed to the mission, offering many ways for students and adults to learn, play, and serve together in an inclusive, caring environment.

At The Bear Creek School, a Christian classical education serves as a powerful framework for teaching and inspiring students. You can support the mission of Bear Creek through leading the classroom environment and having an impact on the lives of students.

We are seeking an individual who will…

Approach classroom instruction and student interactions from a Christian Worldview.

Collaborate with grade level teams and department members to plan and implement the school’s liberal arts curriculum.

Actively ensure academic growth in every student by utilizing a variety of instructional techniques.

Build positive partnership with parents through proactive communication.

Create a predictable and supportive classroom environment.

Increase professional knowledge by participating in professional development opportunities.

Plan and develop engaging, age-appropriate course of study in the classroom, adhering to educational best practices, and prepare daily and weekly lesson plans to help students meet the learning goals.

Follow through on routine job responsibilities including grading, record keeping, attendance, and lesson planning.

Participate in collaborative evaluation processes with Division Head and Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Attend weekly faculty meetings.

Be involved in at least one co or extra-curricular responsibility.

Attend school events outside regular school hours including, but not limited to: Parent/teacher conferences, curriculum night, arts performances, student socials, open houses, & professional development sessions.

Maintain a learning environment that is organized and pleasant in appearance.

Monitor halls, study periods, and lunchrooms with other faculty and staff.

Enforce safety and security standards for students, staff, and visitors.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Teach Christian Studies using the best of classical pedagogy.

Collaborate with colleagues in the Christian Studies department.

Continually evaluate lessons and assignments to maximize student learning.

Provide opportunities for personal engagement with the Gospel.

Examine with students the integral nature of Christian thought.

Teach students how to engage in cultural discernment.

Lead students to understand the Christian narrative.

Emphasize the foundational role of Scripture, dogmatic theology, and Christian history.

The successful individual in this position will:

Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.

Take initiative.

Execute things independently when needed and work cooperatively with a team regularly.

Required Experience and Education.

Bachelor’s degree required

Teaching experience preferred

Familiarity or experience with the classical Christian education model preferred

Currently held CPR/AED/First Aid Certification (with Epinephrine Auto Injector supplement included), or arrangements made to obtain certification within 90 days of employment start date

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer. No sponsorship is available for this position

Thorough understanding of pedagogy and the best practices of education.

Desire to teach middle and/or upper school-aged children and ability to adapt to their developmental status.

Ability to design lessons that teach curriculum in an engaging manner, applying various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, demonstrations, and individual or collaborative projects and research.

Strong supervisory and leadership skills to manage and control the classroom.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent interpersonal skills with a proven ability to maintain professionalism and tact in high-stress situations.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Creative analytical and problem-solving skills.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

It's more than a Job. As a part of our community, you also need to:

Positively support the school’s policies and practices and work collaboratively in a professional organization.

Truthful, positive, and purposeful when communicating with others.

Able to use strong written and oral communication skills to transfer thoughts and express ideas.

Flexible and adaptable in dealing with new, different or changing requirements.

Maintain confidentiality and security of information.

Hold self and others accountable to accomplish results.

Effective in handling multiple concurrent tasks.

Familiar with Microsoft Office Suite, ability to learn and work with the school’s integrated data-based software package as needed.

Adhere to biblical standards in all areas of conduct.

You must meet the following physical requirements.

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer or standing to teach.

Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Must be able to traverse classroom and adjust one’s tone and height, by bending or leaning, in order to teach each child

To apply or view all jobs at The Bear Creek School go to https://www.tbcs.org/employment.

Disclaimers

The Bear Creek School is an equal opportunity employer. All employees of The Bear Creek School must agree to carry out their responsibilities in a manner that is consistent with The Bear Creek School’s Mission Statement, Statement of Faith, Employee Handbook, and conduct themselves in a manner consistent with Biblical standards.

Offers of employment are contingent on the successful outcome a criminal background check.

The above job posting is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Regular attendance and punctuality are essential functions of all jobs at The Bear Creek School.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who cannot perform the essential functions of the position, even with reasonable accommodations, or who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees and students.