Secondary ELA Teacher (2026-2027) Refine KC School

Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Kansas City seeks a dedicated teacher to foster a Christian environment for student growth in both academics and spirituality. Responsibilities include maintaining effective classroom management, creating engaging lessons, and collaborating with faculty. Applicants must have at least a Bachelor's degree and a dedication to the mission of the school. Preferred qualifications include state or ACSI certification. This role promotes a conservative Christian ethos and requires alignment with core values.

Qualifications

• Dedication to serving through Kingdom education.
• State certification and/or ACSI certification preferred.
• Agreement with the mission and core values of Refine KC.

Responsibilities

• Provide a Christian environment for academic and spiritual growth.
• Maintain a productive and collaborative learning environment.
• Create and manage engaging lessons for various student needs.

Skills

Classroom management

Effective communication

Collaboration

Critical thinking

Biblical integration

Education

Bachelor of Arts or Science degree

Tools

Google Sheets

Word processing software

Job description

Purpose

The teacher will provide a Christian environment that allows all students to grow both in their academic and spiritual learning.

Essential Functions

• Maintain a productive, collaborative, and Christ-like learning environment.
• Exhibit strong classroom management skills with students of varying ages and abilities.
• Lead and model God’s Word through prayer and further discipleship opportunities.
• Create effective and engaging lessons through a Biblical lens tailored to promote critical thinking, collaboration, and meet the needs of an individual, small group, or an entire class of students.
• Create, manage, and be flexible with time schedules both within a classroom and within the school’s parameters.
• Provide daily feedback on learning objectives to students.
• Make effective decisions on academic mastery, especially in reading, writing, and math, in moving a student to the next academic skill.
• Collaborate with other school faculty throughout the school day and during faculty meetings.
• Become a part of the school community by attending school functions.
• Be an advocate for the mission of Refine KC.
• Have a willingness to serve in other aspects of the school.
• Supervise students to keep each student safe and to ensure every student is honoring God with his/her actions and words.
• Clearly articulate behavior and academic needs to students, parents, and other faculty.
• Be proficient in general computer tasks (word processing, Google sheets, email), general office tasks, and be able to learn our digital school platform to track attendance and grades.

Qualifications/Requirements

• A dedication to serving the Lord through Kingdom education
• A minimum of a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science degree from a recognized college or university
• State certification and/or ACSI certification preferred but not required.
• All employees of Refine KC must remain in agreement with the mission, core values, and statement of faith of Refine KC and may be required to reaffirm annually in writing.

This job description is a general guide. To apply, please fill out an application at: www.refinekcschool.com/employment Refine KC absolutely does not tolerate discrimination against applicants, employees, or students, who otherwise meet the employment requirements of Refine KC, on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law. Refine KC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will also not tolerate discrimination with respect to the hiring or employment of faculty and staff, who otherwise meet the employment requirements of Refine KC, on the basis of any such characteristic.

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