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Missionary | 7th and 8th Grade Teacher | Yap, Federated States of Micronesia

Yap SDA School in Yap, FM
North American Division Union | Guam-Micronesia Mission
Description

About Our School

Yap Seventh-day Adventist School is located on the island of Yap in Micronesia and serves students in grades K–12, with an approximate enrollment of 80 students. The school provides a Bible-based, Christ-centered, and service-oriented education rooted in Seventh-day Adventist beliefs and supported by a close-knit island community.

Role Description

The 7th–8th Grade Teacher is a full-time position responsible for teaching core middle school subjects including Reading/Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Bible, and integrated character and service learning in a small, multi-grade classroom with approximately 10–15 students total. The teacher will be responsible for lesson planning, instruction, classroom management, assessment, and student supervision while integrating Bible-based, Christ-centered values into daily learning. The position also includes fostering a nurturing, service-oriented classroom environment and collaborating closely with colleagues, parents, and the school community.

Required Experience

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree, preferably in Education or a related field; however, individuals with any college or university degree who feel called to serve as missionary teachers and are willing to learn are also encouraged to apply
  • NAD teacher certification preferred; candidates working toward certification or willing to obtain it are welcome
  • Teaching experience preferred; applicants without prior experience who demonstrate strong commitment to learning, flexibility, and Christian education are encouraged to apply
  • Experience with multi-grade classrooms and English Language Learners is an asset
  • Must be willing to meet immigration and work authorization requirements for Micronesia
  • Strong classroom management, communication, and teamwork skills
  • Commitment to Bible-based, Christ-centered, and service-oriented Seventh-day Adventist education
  • Christ-centered spirit, heart for service, adaptability, cultural sensitivity, patience, and a positive, teachable attitude

Next Steps

Interested candidates, please use the following link to submit an inquiry for more information or to apply: https://form.jotform.com/260288419710055

Applications are reviewed as received; early application is encouraged as the position may be filled before the deadline.

Posted by: Guam-Micronesia Mission

Resumé Deadline: Friday, May 29, 2026

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Yap SDA School

The Yap Seventh-day Adventist School desires to provide a quality Christian education for students preparing them, now and for eternity. Our school program is: Christ-centered, Bible-based, and service-oriented.

As a Bible-based, Seventh-day Adventist institution, Yap Seventh-day Adventist School aims to integrate faith and academic excellence with loving guidance to prepare students for a life of service in their local and global communities, and eternal life with Jesus