Support Services Teacher – MS
- Pella Christian Grade School
- Pella, IA 50219, USA
Job Description
If you desire to work in a dynamic environment with colleagues who value excellence, collaboration, and relationships, we’d welcome the opportunity to connect with you.
Pella Christian is rooted in the Reformed faith and firmly believe that God is sovereign over all areas of life and learning, including our curricular and co-curricular activities. To fulfill the PC mission, our teachers and staff are supported by the Teaching for Transformation framework and our coaches are guided by the Coaching for Transformation framework. Recent Professional Development for teachers has focused on Teaching for Transformation, Deeper Learning, Student Support Services, and peer collaboration.
We are seeking highly qualified individuals who are in full agreement with Pella Christian’s Statement of Faith. Pella Christian Grade School and Pella Christian High School are accredited by Christian Schools International (CSI). Applicants must possess or be able to obtain proper licensure/endorsements as described in the job description.
General inquiries concerning openings or working at Pella Christian may be directed to our principals Ben Dirksen (Early Education-8 Principal) or Kevin Herdegen (9-12 Principal). Inquiries concerning Spanish Immersion may be directed to Lucy Prado (Spanish Immersion Point Person). Those interested in coaching may contact Dan Branderhorst (Pella Christian Schools Activities Director).
Please submit the following documents to apply . Documentation may be sent to the email addresses noted above.
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Completed Application (listed under each position description)
- Signed Faith Statement
In addition, teaching positions are also asked to provide the following items:
- Two Professional or Personal Letters of Recommendation
- Copy of your Teaching Certificate
- Official College Transcripts
Teacher candidates may be invited to visit campus for an interview and to teach an appropriate lesson. When a visit or teaching opportunity is not possible, candidates may be invited to interview through Zoom and asked to send a video recording of a class they’ve taught
Support Services Teacher – MS
Pella Christian Schools are prayerfully seeking applicants for a full-time Middle School Support Service Teaching position for the 2026-2027 school year.
Pella Christian Grade School is passionate about our mission of “empowering God’s children to join in His restorative work”. Our team of first-class middle school educators is committed to living out our mission by creating a culture of belonging, discovery, and participation. We are currently seeking to add a qualified educator who loves to journey with middle school students, embraces collaboration, and desires to facilitate high-quality, student-centered learning.
Educational Requirements:
- A Bachelor of Arts in Elementary or Secondary Education
- Hold or have the ability to obtain an Iowa Teaching License with proper endorsements to teach in a middle school special education classroom.
- Agree to the Pella Christian Grade School Belief Statement
Job Requirements:
- Be a committed disciple of Jesus Christ.
- Promote and fulfill the mission and vision of Pella Christian Grade School.
- Demonstrate a passion for learning inside and outside the classroom.
- Commit to building and sustaining positive relationships with all stakeholders.
- Lovingly guide students as they discover and develop their understanding of who God is and who they are.
- Uphold a culture of belonging in the classroom, school, and community.
- Establish and carry out learning objectives consistent with student needs, curricular standards, and a knowledge of student growth and development.
- Appropriately administer and utilize assessments to inform instruction.
- Seek to improve skill and knowledge base in current trends, research and methods in instructional techniques, technology, problem solving, and interdisciplinary connections.
- Exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills.
Interested candidates may contact Ben Dirksen at dirksenb@pceagles.org or at 641-628-2414. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Link to application
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