Year Book & Creative Writing Teacher - Middle School 2025 - 2026

Description

VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS  Valley Christian Schools is a private, Christian, college-preparatory school located in beautiful Dublin, California—just 45 minutes east of San Francisco. Serving students from preschool through grade 12, we are committed to providing academic excellence, spiritual formation, and a supportive community. At Valley Christian, we believe in educating the whole child—mind, body, and spirit—in a Christ-centered environment. Our faculty and staff are a close-knit community that prays together, supports one another, and seeks to honor God in all we do.

REPORTS TO: Middle School Principal

POSITION OVERVIEW:
Valley Christian Schools is seeking a creative and collaborative Middle School Yearbook & Creative Writing Teacher for the 2025–2026 school year. This is a part-time position teaching one section in the morning Monday through Friday. The ideal candidate is passionate about writing, storytelling, student collaboration, and design—and is excited to help students grow their creative expression in a Christ-centered environment.

This teacher will guide students in developing the annual middle school yearbook and lead them through engaging creative writing experiences. The course encourages creativity, teamwork, and practical skills such as journalism, editing, photography, layout design, and publishing.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach a combined Yearbook and Creative Writing course for middle school students
• Guide students in producing the school’s annual middle school yearbook, including layout, design, and content creation
• Lead students in creative writing practices such as poetry, short stories, journaling, and personal essays
• Facilitate collaboration, leadership, and creativity in the classroom
• Integrate Biblical worldview and character development throughout course content
• Collaborate with middle school staff and leadership to ensure alignment with school goals and student needs
• Create an inclusive, engaging, and respectful classroom environment
  

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Education, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)
• Previous teaching experience (preferred)
• Experience in yearbook production, writing instruction, or publishing (a plus)
• Passion for working with middle school students and encouraging their creativity
• Ability to integrate Biblical principles in instruction and classroom culture
• Strong communication and organizational skills

REQUIRED PERSONAL QUALITIES:

• Be a committed Christ follower and active member of a local church
• Serve as a positive role model in attitude, speech, and behavior
• Demonstrate spiritual maturity and alignment with the mission and values of Valley Christian Schools and Brave Church

To Apply:
Interested applicants should submit a resume and brief cover letter outlining their teaching experience and why they are interested in this role at Valley Christian Schools.