Job Opportunities

Elementary Teacher (2025/26)

Education | Evangelical Presbyterian Church

Central Christian School
700 S. Hanley Rd.
St Louis, MO 63105
https://www.centralschoolstl.org

 

Full-Time

Posted: Jan 1, 2025

Application Deadline: May 30, 2025

Description


Central Christian School is accepting applications from passionate and innovative educators interested in teaching our students beginning in August 2025. This position is responsible for teaching core subjects to a homeroom of students (language arts, math, science, social studies, and Bible.) All candidates should have a commitment to Christ, a love for children, and an educational philosophy consistent with our mission and vision. To apply, please email your resume to Head of School, Mrs. Christan Perona, and submit a faculty application.

Salary: $30K-$59K

Requirements


Qualifications

  • A profession of faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior
  • Personally affirm Central’s Statement of Faith
  • A member of a local, Bible-teaching Christian church
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Education or Teaching Certification
  • Two or more years of elementary teaching experience, preferred


The ideal candidate will have…

  • Ability to support Central’s vision, mission, and curricular touchstones by relating the Christian faith to learning and life
  • Experience developing Project-Based Learning (PBL) experiences or a willingness to learn
  • Strong ability to connect with children 
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Eagerness to serve in a Christian learning environment
  • Willingness to work as part of a collaborative teaching team
  • Understanding of or willingness to learn curriculum development utilizing Understanding by Design
  • Willingness to plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate an active learning environment
  • Desire to work with students from diverse backgrounds
  • Commitment to differentiating instruction to meet the diverse needs of learners
  • Ability to interact professionally with parents and school community members
  • Commitment to professional development and growth
  • Ability to create a classroom community where all students feel safe, welcome, and respected

How to Apply


Overview of Central Christian School

Centrally located near the Clayton business district, this unique, urban placement within the St. Louis metropolitan area has been a critical component in Central’s identity. We are committed to educating a racially and socio-economically diverse group of students equitably, with purposeful excellence, to prepare them to engage a changing world for Jesus Christ. Unapologetically Christian, we serve the children of Christian parents, ages 3 through 6th Grade.


Vision and Mission

Central Christian School is a Gospel-driven, academically excellent learning community for each unique image-bearer of God. We partner with families to prepare children to engage the world by instilling a passion for God, a love of truth, and a zeal to serve.

Primary Contact: Christan Perona

Email: cperona@centralschoolstl.org

Phone: 3147274535

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