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Grades 5-8 Teaching Principal

Upper Columbia Academy Elementary School in Spangle, WA
North Pacific Union Conference | Upper Columbia Conference of SDA
Description

Upper Columbia Academy Elementary School (UCAES) is seeking a full-time Teaching Principal for the 2026–2027 school year. We are looking for an energetic, creative, organized, and compassionate individual who has a deep love for Jesus and a heart for nurturing young learners.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to Christian education and lead by example—both spiritually and professionally—within the school and broader community.

This role includes both administrative leadership and classroom teaching responsibilities, with a homeroom consisting of students in grades 5 through 8.

UCAES is located in Spangle, Washington, directly across from Upper Columbia Academy, a thriving 9th–12th grade Adventist boarding school. Spangle is 20 miles south of Spokane, WA. The elementary school is supported by one constituent church, Upper Columbia Academy Church, which plays an active and meaningful role in the life of the school.

Salary and benefits are based on the denominational wage scale and policies.

 

Required Experience

The qualified candidate must be a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in good and regular standing. Candidates must have at least a bachelor’s degree and hold denominational certification or be willing to work towards it. Candidates must already possess, and be able to provide evidence of, the legal right to work and reside in the United States.

Interested applicants must submit a resume with at least 3 references with contact information to Archie Harris at ArchieH@uccsda.org. Applicants must also complete the application by going to https://www.uccsda.org/education and clicking on Teacher Application. Please note that interviews may take place before the resume due date.

Posted by: Archie Harris

Resumé Deadline: Friday, May 15, 2026

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Upper Columbia Academy Elementary School

UCA Elementary is a rural Seventh-day Adventist Christian grade school serving grades 1-8 whose purpose is to teach and model excellence in individualized learning, create life-long disciples of Christ through service, and find joy in devotion to God.

Upper Columbia Academy Elementary School serves grades 1-8 and is working to add kindergarten. Located in Spangle, Washington, UCAES provides space and fresh air for student growth and learning. Our growing school offers band at school as well as access to academy classes in algebra and band at our sister school, Upper Columbia Academy, across the street. Our goal is a well-rounded education producing students living a life of service to Christ and the world.