Position/Title:
Elementary Teacher
Island:
St. Thomas
Department:
Education
Immediate Supervisor:
Principal
Posting Date:
February 20, 2026
Starting Date:
August 1, 2026
Position Summary:
The teacher in the Seventh-day Adventist School is first a missionary then an instructor.
The teacher’s primary function is to lead the students into a meaningful relationship with
Jesus. He/she must also provide faithful instruction in teaching in elementary school.
Regular attendance and involvement in a local church is necessary for the teacher to
continue his/her interaction with students and to forge a relationship and understanding
with parents. His/her professional service, personal conduct, and influence must be of a
high standard.
Essential Functions:
- To effectively manage assigned class, to keep the daily register, students’ reports and other records up to date, post students’ scores and grades on electronic system.
- To follow the schedules and calendar of the school.
- To plan his/her lesson or program, to provide lesson plans at designated times, to teach and otherwise fulfill the curriculum requirements of the school.
- To determine and support standards of classroom behavior and uphold school adopted discipline policies.
- To skillfully use a variety of teaching methods, charts, illustrations and
- equipment to integrate technology in teaching.
- To develop and maintain constructive teacher-student relationships.
- To attend and contribute to faculty, home and school and other meetings as called by the appropriate person.
- To keep in close touch with the parents, keeping them informed of students’ progress.
- To faithfully promote Christian Education, showing respect and confidence for the church and Christian Education.
- To adhere to a professional Code of Ethics.
- To follow the principles outlined in the SDA Staff Handbook.
- To work with students in a variety of extra-curricular activities.
- To serve on committees as assigned by the principal.
- To be able to use course management system to teach students.
- To be present daily for staff worship.
- To fulfill supervision duties as assigned.
- To be able to use technology as a tool for educating students.
- To perform such other duties as may be duly assigned by the principal.
Education/Experience
- Bachelors degree or higher in Elementary Education
- Minimum requirement of two to three years teaching experience, preferred.
How to Apply:
Persons interested in this position must submit the following information:
- Cover letter which should include your basic philosophy of life and your
primary objectives. - Curriculum vitae/Resume
- Copies of all certificates, diplomas and transcripts
- Three letters of recommendation, including one from current Pastor.
- Police record
The application package must be emailed or sent to the North Caribbean Conference HR
Department:
Dr. Howard Simon
Executive Secretary
P.O. Box 580
Christiansted, St. Croix 00821
Email: secretary@northcarib.org