What are the responsibilities and job description for the Secondary Spanish Immersion Teacher position at King's Schools?
This is a Full-Time position at King's Schools for the 2025-2026 Academic School Year.
Compensation: between $50,000 - $93,888 per year, DOE
Benefits: Competitive package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, 403(b) matching, Life and Disability benefits, Sick Leave, up to 85% King’s school tuition discount for dependent child(ren) K-12
COMPANY OVERVIEW
CRISTA Ministries (“CRISTA”) is a Christian church community that exists to exercise and express its Christian beliefs. At the core of our Christian church community is the belief that as Christians, we are part of the priesthood of all believers, set forth in I Peter 2. We believe this priesthood calling rests upon all Christians and is a foundational, spiritual practice of our CRISTA community. This priesthood calling evokes within us the response to view our work as our ministry. We believe that all representatives of our community are ministers of the gospel and play equally important roles in exercising, expressing and teaching our beliefs (I Corinthians 12: 17-23).
CRISTA exists to make known the love of Jesus Christ through demonstrated works of service and ministry. We use every method available so that the people of the world may hear the Gospel, accept Christ as their Savior, and grow in their faith. We are a united family of Biblical Ministries inspired by a shared vision to serve and impact the young through the elderly, all cultures and backgrounds, in our own backyard and around the world through excellence in our service and operations. By leading a healthy and sustainable organization, CRISTA empowers its ministries to serve the needs of the world and share the Gospel, making disciples. Our commitment is to glorify, honor and obey the Lord in all we do through a workforce of ministers: our staff and volunteers who are called, committed, and faithful Christians.
CRISTA leads five distinct ministries in alignment with our calling to draw people into a transforming relationship with Christ. From World Concern’s relief and development efforts around the globe; from CRISTA Media’s stations that broadcast uplifting messages and music through your radio dials to the fireside songs that bring joy to campers year-round at CRISTA Camps; from the young minds equipped with knowledge at King’s Schools to the seniors receiving exceptional care at CRISTA Senior Living. Whether traversing the globe or right in our backyard, the CRISTA family of ministries is empowered to meet the needs of those we serve with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
CRISTA MINISTRIES MISSION AND VISION STATEMENTS
- Mission Statement: To fearlessly declare the Gospel, with Biblical truth and love, leading generations to follow Jesus.
- Vision Statement: Until All Know Jesus.
CRISTA MINISTRIES CORE VALUES
- Christ-Centered: We approach our work by faith, prayerfully believing God will do the miraculous.
- Servanthood: We serve our world by meeting needs practically and spiritually.
- Uncompromising Integrity: We are honest, transparent, and trustworthy – reflecting Jesus in all we do.
- Holy Stewardship: We honor and maximize the potential of the resources, assets, and people God has entrusted to us.
- Excellence: We serve with excellence knowing that we represent God in our work, words, and actions.
- Unified Team: We are One CRISTA, united in the vision to transform lives with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
KING’S SCHOOLS MINISTRY PURPOSE STATEMENT
- Purpose Statement: Building resilient disciples of Christ through Christian education.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Secondary Spanish Immersion Teacher is responsible for all aspects of classroom instruction in Spanish, as well as organization, teaching, and supervision within the area of assigned responsibility. Keep the principal and the Director of the Spanish Immersion Program informed about classroom activities, student progress, and classroom conditions. Participate actively as a member of the school staff and relevant parent organizations and fully adhere to the purposes, standards, policies and procedures of CRISTA Ministries and of King's Secondary/High School.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following are the essential duties of King’s Teachers who play a vital role in accomplishing the Christian mission and ministry of King’s Schools specifically, and of CRISTA generally.
Christ-Centered Leadership and Education
- Foremostly, model a committed Christian faith and personal relationship with Jesus and minister to the spiritual needs of students and our school community through all activities undertaken in Teacher’s role.
- Educate students in a manner consistent with, and reflective of, the Christian tenets of the Statement of Faith and the CCC, including the incorporation of these shared Christian religious beliefs and conduct into all student curricula (sometimes referred to as integrating faith and learning, or integration of a biblical worldview) and programming.
- Teach a biblical worldview that is integrated into all curriculum and activities.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the Bible and application of a biblical worldview to subject matter and teacher’s conduct as a minister in our school community.
- Through godly leadership, engage and inspire the academic, spiritual and emotional growth of students.
- Be ready and available to lead staff devotionals and staff prayer.
Discipleship and Spiritual Development
- Model a personal and growing Christian faith that aligns with CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and Chrisitan Community Commitment (CCC). Contribute to the spiritual, intellectual, social, and physical welfare of the students.
- Minister to the spiritual needs of students and develop a vibrant Christian faith community.
- Support the spiritual needs of students through relationship and personal modeling of Teacher’s own Christian faith.
- Lead classes in daily prayer.
- Instruct and be available to lead and support students’ spiritual formation.
- Oversee and support chapel attendance and students’ spiritual engagement at chapel.
DUTIES
Professional Development and Leadership:
- Uphold professional standards by staying informed on academic advancements and continuously engage in the learning process.
- Strive to achieve school and classroom goals while serving as a leader in technology integration and mastering new content, teaching methods and educational materials.
- Be a positive and innovative grade level team member and contribute to PLCs (Professional Learning Communities) and to the expectations of King’s.
- Attend faculty devotions, meetings, orientations, workshops, open houses, parent-teacher conferences and other meetings deemed necessary.
- Arrive 30 minutes prior to the school day and remain 30 minutes after school is dismissed depending on what is appropriate for the teacher’s class schedule. Inform the office if leaving campus during the school day.
- Attend professional development growth opportunities (i.e.: Language First courses) on a regular basis.
Curriculum Planning and Instruction:
- Prepare lessons, units and projects suitable to age level and meet developmental needs of students.
- Adapt teaching methods, strategies and materials to meet needs and learning styles of students.
- Deliver an adopted curriculum effectively, utilizing available textbooks and resources to enhance the learning experience.
- Plan work on an annual, quarterly, monthly, weekly and daily basis, and work according to plan.
- Prepare and conduct evaluative testing and as appropriate, administer MAP Growth assessments for their grade, interpret the data and use the data to increase student learning.
- Teach 21st Century Skills.
- Participate in and complete Language First certification.
Student Engagement and Support:
- Build relationships and connections with students, parents and colleagues.
- Counsel and advise students on academic, personal, and spiritual concerns.
- Supervise student intern teachers and cooperate with area colleges and universities in providing opportunities for observation and demonstration, helping to orient, assist, and mentor teachers.
Communication and Reporting:
- Submit weekly online and hard copy assignment sheets to principals and families.
- Update website weekly, RenWeb and/or classroom Facebook page.
- Maintain cumulative student files. Confer immediately with students, parents, and principals concerning the progress, questions, and/or problems of a student, and provide written reports on the various forms provided for this purpose.
- Keep accurate academic records, progress reports, and submit these to the office at the scheduled times.
- Inform the administrative assistants or principal immediately if unable to fulfill any duty assigned. In case of absence, notify principals as early as possible; prepare information and materials for the guest teacher.
Classroom Management and Safety:
- Guard carefully the health and safety of the students including seeing them to carpool and/or on the bus after school each day.
- Supervise regular activities such as:
- Carpool duties
- Chapel
- Assemblies
- Other activities where a cooperative teacher effort is needed.
- Attend and promote Open Houses, tour & information Sessions, PINS (Parent Information Nights) and other activities related to Admissions.
- Advise and participate in extracurricular activities, committees and programs.
Professional Collaboration and Other Duties:
- Work collaboratively with supervisors, coworkers, and families.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Conduct that reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
CHRIST-CENTERED
- Belief that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior
- Dedicated to continued spiritual growth and development as evidenced through a growing personal walk with God (e.g. daily spiritual rhythms of prayer, fellowship, Bible study, etc.).
- Fully committed to the pursuit of a lifestyle that is compatible with historical biblical standards of morality that reflects the message, mission and character of Jesus Christ, during working and non-working hours.
- Prayerfully seeks God’s will in their own lives and in their ministry at CRISTA.
- Engages our ministry including staff and colleagues through prayer, participation in spiritual practices, leading devotionals and other spiritual practices.
- Agrees with and supports without reservation CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Statement (CCC).
- Conducts themselves in a manner which reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, values, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).
- Demonstrates the values of a CRISTA leader.
EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university recognized by the United States Department of Education or equivalent. Teaching or other relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree as long as the Bachelor’s degree is scheduled to be completed within 1 year of hire.
EXPERIENCE
- Teaching in a Spanish Immersion Classroom Environment
- Fluent in Spanish; or experience teaching in an elementary or secondary level of Spanish.
LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION
- Bilingual: ACTFL advanced high to superior level rating, if non-native speaker.
- Valid Washington State Certified teaching certificate or participation in plan for state licensure.
- CPR/First Aid/AED Training.
SOFTWARE / EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE
- Office 365
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
- Must have a positive attitude.
- Cross-cultural sensitivity
- Independent worker and team player
- Organized and efficient
- Motivated learner that welcomes feedback
- Professional and ethical
- Successfully work with a variety of students, individually and in small groups.
- Adapt classroom work for the purpose of providing students with instructional materials that address individualized learning plans.
STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINATION
CRISTA is a Christian, religious organization that lives out its faith-based mission through five ministries: CRISTA Camps, CRISTA Media, CRISTA Senior Living, King’s Schools, and World Concern. As permitted by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, CRISTA reserves the right to prefer employees of a particular religion and to require its employees to hold certain religious beliefs, engage in certain religious observances, and engage in or refrain from engaging in certain behavior, based on CRISTA’s religious beliefs. CRISTA’s employees must agree with and support without reservation CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and must conduct themselves in accordance with the religious beliefs and practices that flow from that Statement of Faith and CRISTA’s Christian Community Policy.
Among those employees and employment applicants who agree with and support without reservation and abide by the Statement of Faith and CRISTA’s Christian Community Policy, CRISTA does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Based on its religious beliefs, CRISTA values and respects the dignity of all persons and appreciates the diversity of God’s creation.
Salary : $50,000 - $93,888
