Second Grade Teacher

Sunbeams Lutheran School; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 40,950 - 50,050; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Job summary

Sunbeams Lutheran School, located in Kent, Washington, seeks a passionate 2nd Grade Teacher for the 2026-2027 academic year. The ideal candidate will blend rigorous academics with a project-based learning approach, fostering a love of learning in a supportive Christian environment.

This full-time position requires a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Education and involves responsibilities such as developing lesson plans, maintaining classroom discipline, and collaborating with parents. Starting salary is $45,500.

Qualifications

• Must hold a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Education and either have a teaching credential or be working toward one.
• Must be willing to continue professional development.
• Strong background in facilitating diverse learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Establish a supportive Christian environment.
• Implement Washington standards in classroom activities.
• Create engaging lesson plans and maintain accurate student records.
• Communicate with parents about student progress.

Skills

Classroom management

Curriculum development

Building positive relationships

Communication

Creative teaching techniques

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Job description

2nd Grade Teacher for 2026-2027 Academic Year

Sunbeams is seeking a passionate educator to join our team. We are currently hiring for a second grade teacher. Sunbeams is a Lutheran school that blends project-based learning and rigorous academics and believes in designing a learning environment that meets the needs of the whole child. Ideal candidates are committed to nurturing young learners, fostering a love of learning, collaborating with colleagues and families, and sharing God’s love in the classroom. Teacher must hold a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Education and either have a teaching credential or be working toward one. This is a full‑time position.

Start date for this position is August 14, 2026.

Essential Responsibilities

• Establishes a positive, encouraging, supportive, cooperative and caring Christian environment. Maintains an environment in which learning takes place and each child is encouraged and affirmed.
• Provides daily contact with God through Bible stories, planting and nurturing the seeds of faith and knowledge of Jesus and His love for them.
• Reviews Washington standards and implements them into the classroom learning experience.
• Agrees to be trained in and adheres to our chosen curriculum approach.
• Implements goals effectively throughout the school year by providing daily experiences that are age and developmentally appropriate.
• Sets the classroom schedule through a yearly plan, weekly lesson plans and a daily schedule of learning events, with approval of the School Administrator.
• Develops the whole child by integrating all subjects of the curriculum: language arts, math and number concepts, social studies, science, art, music, computer skills, and motor skills.
• Uses a variety of teaching techniques and styles, providing activities that promote visual, auditory and kinesthetic experiences—using a multi‑sensory approach.
• Creates an atmosphere that encourages self‑control, good listening, and positive social interaction with peers and adults.
• Maintains positive and consistent classroom discipline.
• Keeps accurate records of student attendance and progress.
• Prepares and leads parent conferences in a positive and helpful manner for each student. Parents of students in grades K‑4 will be offered 2 formal conferences per school year, with three grade report periods.
• Informal parent conferences will be offered as needed.
• A portfolio of learning accomplishments will be kept for each student, including work samples, writing samples, photographs of learning activities, formal and informal assessment reports, and anecdotal records.
• Helps to maintain a safe, positive, and healthy school environment in their classroom, in the school building as a whole and on the school playground.
• Assists the School Administrator in developing and implementing short‑term and long‑range goals for their classroom and the school as a whole.
• Attends staff devotions and staff meetings.
• Schedules field trips with the School Director and engages parent support.
• Arranges for and always provides proper supervision of children, in the building and on the playground.
• Writes weekly lesson plans with copies given to the students’ parents prior to the beginning of each week.
• Welcomes each family with friendliness and a smile—being an ambassador of Christ’s love to each family.
• Is always ready to be a witness of their faith to children and their families.

Personal Qualities

• Is closely connected to their Lord and Savior through prayer, Bible study, and regular church attendance.
• Is a member of a Christian congregation.
• Evidences a lifestyle that reflects a dynamic relationship with Christ.
• Demonstrates a Christ‑like love for children and their families.
• Is open‑minded, patient, and cheerful in their approach to teaching and working with other staff members.
• Is sensitive to the needs and feelings of others, showing Christian concern and respect for all.
• Is honest, dependable, punctual, self‑disciplined, self‑motivated, creative, caring and enthusiastic.
• Is warm, tactful, courteous, and an effective listener.
• Works in a positive manner, under the direction of the School Administrator and School Board.
• Interacts in a positive and professional manner with students, school and church staff, and parents.
• Connects with fellow workers in a team relationship, showing loyalty, harmony, and cooperation with a common purpose in the mission and ministry for Christ and His Kingdom.

Education & Experience

• Must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and either have, or be working toward, a teaching credential.
• Must be willing to continue to advance professionally through district teacher’s conferences, workshops, and/or continuing education classes.
• Salary is commensurate with education and years of experience.
• Base salary for a full‑time position with a Bachelor’s degree begins at $45,500.

Work Period

• The teachers work over a ten‑month work period typically beginning yearly on approximately August 14 and continuing to June 20 (depending on calendar sequence).
• Work agreements are renewable annually.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee tuition discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance