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Position at King's Schools This is a  Temporary position at King's Elementary in Shoreline, WA.This long-term Substitute Teacher position that will teach from September - November 2025. Compensation : $28 to $28.50 per hour DOE Benefits: 403(b) matching*, sick leave*once eligibility has been met COMPANY OVERVIEW CRISTA Ministries (“CRISTA”) is a Christian church community that exists to exercise and express its Christianbeliefs.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. WebelievethispriesthoodcallingrestsuponallChristiansandisa foundational,spiritualpracticeof ourCRISTAcommunity.Thispriesthoodcallingevokeswithinustheresponsetoviewourworkasour ministry. Webelievethatallofourcommunity are ministers of the gospel andplayequallyimportantrolesinexercising, 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 King’s Elementary Instructional Technology Teacher Long-Term Substitute will provide leadership in the development of technology with K-6 students. Work effectively with all faculty and staff members and exhibit an outstanding level of teacher support and collaborative spirit. Improve student learning through appropriate use of technology in the classroom. 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 Christian 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 Curriculum and Instruction: Utilize pre-planned units of study, individual lessons, and learning activities that are cumulative and advance students level of content knowledge by using knowledge of content standards. Identify teaching strategies and learning activities appropriate to the specific discipline, age and range of cognitive levels being taught using results of formal and informal assessments. Present lessons with clear objectives and relevant measurable outcomes. Enhance learning and incorporate planning for 21st Century Skills using resources from colleagues, families, and the community. Present lessons and projects with classroom teachers that extend and integrate units of study collaboratively. Deliver Effective Instruction: Communicate high standards and expectations. Communicate learning objectives clearly and use engaging ways to begin a new unit of study or lesson, building on students’ prior knowledge and experience. Use a balanced approach to teaching skills and concepts. Employ a variety of teaching techniques from teacher directed strategies to approaches such as discussion, problem solving, cooperative learning, and research projects (among others). Use questioning to stimulate critical thinking and encourage all students to respond. Provide regular and frequent feedback to students on their progress. Provide many and varied opportunities for students to achieve competence. Accurately measure student achievement of, and progress toward, the learning objectives with a variety of formal and informal assessments and use results to plan further instruction. Translate evaluations of student work into records that accurately convey the level of student achievement to students, parents, and school personnel. Manage Classroom Climate and Operation: Create an environment that is conducive to learning and includes collaboration, creativity, innovation, communication, and problem solving. Create a physical environment appropriate to a range of learning activities and ages. Maintain appropriate standards of behavior, mutual respect, and safety. Manage classroom routines and procedures without loss of instructional time. Professional Responsibilities: Understand legal and ethical issues as they apply to the responsible and acceptable use of the Internet and other resources. Convey knowledge of and enthusiasm for academic discipline to students. Maintain interest in emerging opportunities, research, and developments in technology. Collaborate with colleagues to improve instruction, assessment, and student achievement. Reflect critically upon teaching experience and identify areas for further professional development. Execute Subject Matter Knowledge Requirements: Technology tools for word processing, databases, spreadsheets, print/graphic utilities, multi-hyper media, presentations, videos for the purpose of formal and informal assessment, instruction, and administration for professional and instructional use. Communication and research tools such as email, the intranet, web browsers, and other online applications that link to the Common Core Standards and requirements for professional and instructional use. Criteria for selection, evaluation, and use of appropriate computer/technology based materials to support a variety of instructional methods. Ethical and social issues surrounding privacy, copyright, and crime relating to educational technology and resources. Work collaboratively with supervisor, coworkers and students and their families. Perform other related 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 (. daily spiritual rhythms of prayer, fellowship, Bible study, . 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. 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.