Are you passionate about shaping young minds while also providing Christ-centered leadership in a small school setting? Do you thrive in an environment where your influence reaches beyond the classroom and into the life of the entire school community? College Park Christian Academy is located in Columbia, MO, a college town with all the amenities and shopping hubs, and a supportive church community.

At College Park Christian Academy, education is deeply personal. Our small-school environment allows for meaningful relationships with students and families, individualized support, and a strong sense of community. As 5th and 6th grade teacher, you will play a vital role in fostering students’ academic growth, spiritual development, and character formation. 

Why join College Park Christian Academy?

A meaningful ministry opportunity
College Park Adventist Academy is more than a school—it is a place where students are nurtured academically, socially, and spiritually. You will have the opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of children and families while helping students grow in their relationship with Jesus. 

A close-knit and supportive community
Our school community values partnership, communication, and shared mission. The 5th and 6th grade teacher works closely with their students' parents, principal, and conference leadership to support student success and strengthen the ministry of Adventist education in Columbia, MO.

Qualifications

• Passion for Seventh-day Adventist education
• Love for children and commitment to their holistic development
• Desire to help children build a relationship with the Lord
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Valid teaching certification preferred
• Strong organizational, planning, and communication skills
• Ability to teach in a multi-grade setting
• Active membership and attendance in the Seventh-day Adventist Church
• Legal right to work in the United States

Benefits

• Denominational wage scale and benefits
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive conference leadership and school community
• Opportunity to serve in a meaningful leadership role within Adventist education

Apply today and become part of our mission to provide Christ-centered education and help students grow academically, spiritually, and personally.

To apply:
Please send a letter of interest and resume, including at least three references with email addresses (one of which should be from a pastor), as a PDF attachment to Superintendent of Education, Jovannah Poor Bear-Adams at jadams@imsda.org. Interviews may be conducted and the position filled before the application deadline if the right candidate is identified.

We look forward to welcoming the right candidate to our school community.