Mannahouse Christian Academy Vancouver Elementary Kindergarten Teacher Vancouver, WA · Full time Company website

Apply for Vancouver Elementary Kindergarten Teacher

For more than 50 years Mannahouse Academy has been providing the finest in academic excellence in a wholesome Christ-centered environment within NE Portland and SW Washington. MCA offers preschool through 12th grade and has been serving many local families and the larger Christian community. It offers an excellent educational experience in a vibrant, Spirit-filled environment. At MCA, we understand and we work alongside parents to help prepare children academically, spiritually, and inter-personally. Our curriculum is presented in the context of a Christian worldview. Along with providing an excellent academic foundation, the staff and faculty work along side parents to develop strong moral character in the student’s lives.

POSITION SUMMARY

The KINDERGARTEN 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.

Elementary 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.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution preferred
• 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

Applicants should also:

• 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 & BENEFITS

Compensation depends on education, licensure, and experience. 

Eligible employees may also receive access to applicable benefits.