Worthington Adventist Academy (WAA), located in the welcoming and family-oriented community of Worthington, Ohio, is seeking a spirit-filled, creative, and passionate Kindergarten Educator to join our dedicated teaching team. Just minutes from downtown Columbus, our school combines access to rich educational and cultural resources with the warmth of a close-knit faith community.

WAA is a thriving ministry supported by an engaged church family, a dedicated school board, and a team of educators deeply committed to Adventist education. We serve students from diverse backgrounds, creating a dynamic and inclusive learning environment rooted in Christ’s love.

This is a wonderful opportunity for an educator who loves early learners, is energized by hands-on teaching, and is committed to nurturing the whole child—spiritually, academically, socially, and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities:

• Seventh-day Adventist-Based Early Childhood Instruction:
  Foster a nurturing, Christ-centered classroom where students can grow in both faith and learning.
• Instructional Excellence:
  Implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum that supports early literacy, numeracy, and foundational learning through play and exploration.
• Student Engagement:
  Bring energy, creativity, and warmth to the classroom, inspiring curiosity and a love for learning in young children.
• Classroom Management:
  Create a calm, safe, and structured learning environment built on mutual respect and positive reinforcement.
• Collaborative Spirit:
  Work closely with fellow teachers, school staff, and families to create a cohesive and supportive school experience.
• Mission Alignment:
  Integrate Adventist values and worldview into everyday learning experiences and classroom culture.

Why WAA?          

• Supportive and spiritually vibrant school and church community.
• Committed leadership and governance aligned with the mission of Adventist education.
• Access to abundant educational and cultural experiences in the Columbus metro area.
• A collaborative, mission-focused team of educators committed to excellence.

If you are a passionate educator ready to help lay the foundation of learning and faith in the lives of our youngest students, we would love to hear from you.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Elementary or Early Childhood Education (or higher).
• NAD certification or eligibility to obtain.
• A practicing Seventh-day Adventist in good standing.
• Strong classroom management and instructional skills.
• Familiarity with current classroom technologies and best practices in early childhood education.
• Authorized to work in the United States.