Amazing Grace Academy (AGA) is seeking a full-time elementary teachers for the 2026-2027 school year for 7th and 8th grade OR a high school teacher in our other listing.  

With nearly 100 students, this Pre-K-12th grade school has room to grow personally and professionally.  AGA gained full high school accreditation within the past 10 years and would like to see the school thrive and grow as an outreach to the communities it serves. Teachers typically have two grades in their homeroom. We have a flexible and multi-talented staff, and we will determine specific grade level placements based on the strengths and passions of our incoming staff to ensure everyone thrives.

At AGA, you aren’t just an isolated teacher in a classroom; you are part of a mission-driven team. We share a building with the Palmer SDA Church and enjoy deep, active support from our pastor, boards, and local and church families. 

Because we value a team-focused environment, our faculty and staff work closely together to share resources, responsibilities, ideas, and encouragement. The ideal candidate is a team player who is excited to collaborate and grow alongside a staff that supports one another.

The school is in the beautiful Matanuska-Susitna Valley in Palmer, Alaska, with stunning views of the mountains from the front door. Abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation, wildlife, and outdoor activities can supplement the classroom experience and your personal life. Close to hiking, skiing, snowshoeing, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, and endless options for photography, Amazing Grace Academy is an ideal location for someone who loves the beauty of nature.  

By the way, it isn’t dark all day in the winter here!  Our shortest days are only one hour shorter than Seattle.  We are one hour from Anchorage and the airport.  This is an awesome place to work and play! 

FAQs about working in Alaska:  

• It isn’t dark all day in the winter here!  
• Our shortest days are only one hour shorter than Seattle.  
• We are one hour from Anchorage and the airport.  
• If you're an Alaska resident, you can join Club 49 and get 2 free checked bags when you fly!
• Amazon ships to Alaska!
• Northern Lights visible often.
• Yes, there are mosquitoes.
• Costco, Fred Meyer, Walmart, Target, Michaels, Carrs (Safeway), and more in town or close by.
• Wildlife, snow sports, camping, hiking, skiing, kayaking, and so much more right here!
• Vibrant church community with young families, Pathfinders, active young adults group and many more active ministries.
• This is an awesome place to work and play! 
• Check out this website for more details about our area:  https://www.alaskavisit.com/plan-your-trip/visitors-guide/

The ideal candidate is an energetic, warm and caring, qualified and competent teacher who is experienced with teens and ready to share Jesus in the exciting ministry of education. Strong organizational skills, positive and frequent communication with parents, and academic competence  is required.  

Candidates must be:

• Active members in the Seventh-day Adventist Church valuing a strong relationship with Jesus
• Models of an Adventist lifestyle
• Authorized to work in the United States. 

If you are seeking an opportunity in teaching where you can make a great difference for Christ while living in a beautiful location with endless potential for adventure, we would love to talk to you!  

Please send your resume to Karen Carlton, Principal, karen.carlton@amazinggraceacademy.org or call 907-745-2691 for more information.