Entrepreneurship Program Teacher

Gilbert Christian High School is seeking an Entrepreneurship Teacher to help lead and grow our Entrepreneurship Program—a hands-on, student-centered learning environment where faith, leadership, and real-world business intersect. This role blends classroom teaching, student mentorship, and operational leadership. The Entrepreneurship Program Teacher works directly with students in our in-person Entrepreneurship Class, oversees student-run ventures, and participates in ongoing coaching and professional development focused on entrepreneurship and innovation. This is not a traditional teaching role. It is a formation-focused position designed for someone who believes students learn best by building, experimenting, failing forward, and leading real projects with real responsibility—all within a Christ-centered community.

Gilbert Christian Schools provides small class sizes that foster individualized instruction and accelerated learning. Freedom from federal regulation to teach a biblical worldview. Supportive, engaged families and students in a loving Christian Community. We have well-equipped classrooms and well maintained school grounds that provide a safe, secure learning environment.

Gilbert Christian Schools offers exceptional benefits including medical, dental, vision and life insurance, 403(b) matching plan and tuition discount for staff children.

Gilbert Christian Schools combines the benefits of a small community with a comprehensive offering of academics, fine arts, athletics, clubs, and spiritual training.

Instruction & Learning Environment

• The Entrepreneurship Program Teacher teaches and facilitates learning within the entrepreneurship class, guiding students through entrepreneurship, innovation, and applied   business concepts. Instruction emphasizes growth mindset, problem-solving, collaboration, and leadership development rather than lecture-based delivery.

Student Coaching & Mentorship

• Students are coached individually and in teams as they develop ideas, manage projects, and reflect on successes and failures. The coordinator helps students develop ownership, accountability, and professional habits aligned with Christian character.

Student-Run Business Oversight (Vending Machines and Knight Life Cafe)

• This role includes oversight of student-run businesses, supporting students in planning, launching, operating, and improving real ventures. Responsibilities include helping students set goals, track progress, reflect on outcomes, managing weekly supply chains, ensuring 100% compliance with school financial policies regarding cash deposits and itemized receipt documentation, and learn from both wins and setbacks.

Program Collaboration & Development

• The Entrepreneurship Program Teacher collaborates with school leadership and program partners to strengthen curriculum, improve systems, and contribute to the long-term growth of the Business Innovation Program.
• Other duties as assigned 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Entrepreneurship, Economics, Finance, Education, or a related field 
• Coursework or professional experience in entrepreneurship, business development, marketing, or finance preferred
• Valid AZ driver’s license
• Level 1 IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card 

Experience  

• Experience teaching high school students (preferred)
• Experience developing curriculum, project-based learning, or experiential programs
• Familiarity with student business competitions, pitch presentations, or capstone projects is a plus
• Real-world entrepreneurial or business experience strongly preferred (startup, small   business ownership, leadership, consulting, or corporate innovation)

Skills, Competencies & Personal Qualities 

• Strong understanding of entrepreneurial principles, including: Business planning and modeling
• Marketing and branding experience 
• Financial literacy and budgeting
• Innovation, design thinking, and problem-solving
• Ability to teach through hands-on, project-based learning
• Strong communication, collaboration, and mentoring skills
• Proficient with instructional technology and digital tools
• Growing in his or her personal relationship with Christ
• Must align with the vision and values of Gilbert Christian Schools and the Statement of Faith
• Adhere to and encompass the qualities and characteristics required of Gilbert Christian Schools, students, employees, defined by the Employee Handbook