Secondary Student Support Staff

About Us:
Shoreline Christian School is a Christ-centered educational community committed to nurturing the hearts and minds of students. We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Secondary Student Support Staff member who loves the Lord and desires to serve in a Christian school environment.  We offer medical, dental, vision, 403B, life insurance, and PTO.  Salary $20,000 - $25,000 DOE.  Our greatest accomplishment and hope as teachers is that every child will know that they are special and created in God’s image.

Position Overview:
The Secondary Student Support Staff member will report to the Secondary Principal and work closely with the Director of Student Support, School Counselor, and Secondary teachers. This role is crucial in supporting the needs of students with individualized strategies to foster confidence, academic growth, and success. The ideal candidate will play an integral part in building strong relationships with students, assisting them with executive functioning skills, and some subject-specific learning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively with teachers, administrators, and other support staff to address the academic, social, and/or behavioral needs of identified students.


• Provide one-on-one and/or small group support to students in areas such as executive functioning, time management, organization, and subject-specific content.


• Foster a positive, supportive, and encouraging environment for students to build confidence and achieve success.
  


• Substitute on an as needed basis in the classroom and assist in other assigned duties as needed by the Secondary Principal and Director of Student Support.

Qualifications:

• Strong commitment to the values and mission of Shoreline Christian School.


• A love for working with students and helping them grow spiritually, academically, and emotionally.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.


• Prior experience in education or student support is a plus, but not required.


• A desire to build meaningful relationships with students and staff. 

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree 


• Experience working with students

About Shoreline Christian School:

Founded in 1952, SCS celebrates its heritage while serving families from approximately 75 diverse churches in the Seattle area today. We recognize that each child is a unique person created in God’s image. We keep classes small to differentiate instruction, to create a community of belonging, and to help students explore their God-given strengths. We pursue excellence in everything we do for the glory of God, and we recognize that a healthy student learner is a hallmark of true excellence.

How to apply:

Please submit 1) a resumé, 2) a cover letter summarizing your relevant qualifications and why you want to teach here, 3) a list of three references, and 4) an essay that addresses the degree to which you subscribe to the  Statement of Faith and how you integrate faith in your teaching philosophy. 

Please read Shoreline Christian Schools Statement of Faith and the Considerations regarding Sexuality document Considerations Document

Faith:

As a community with a shared statement of faith, an active, intentional, and embodied Christian faith is essential.  Demonstrated Christian commitment and relationship with Jesus Christ and being active in a local church.

 It is the policy of Shoreline Christian School not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in any of its policies, practices, or procedures.