Open faculty and leadership positions can be accessed by clicking the tabs in this table. 

Currently sought positions at this time: 

• Upper School History/ Humanities Learning Facilitator
• Lower School Learning Facilitator

 

NOTE: Williamsburg Christian Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnic origin, gender, age, or military service in the hiring of any staff including administrative, teaching, professional, or support staff. Please complete the employment application provided below. For faculty positions, the following forms will be included in each position description:

• Application
• Resume
• Written answers to the Interview Questions
• Applicable reference forms

Ministry Position Description

Position Title: Lower School Learning Facilitator (Kindergarten – 5th Grade)  

Reports to: Head of School

Classification: Exempt; Salaried, 40 hours/week; 11 months

Date Revised: January 11, 2024

Principal Function

       The Lower School Learning Facilitator shall be a college graduate that is able to utilize valid teaching techniques and best practices, consistent with the International Baccalaureate Program, to achieve curriculum goals and promote student learning. The Learning Facilitator will be able to demonstrate mastery of all relevant content.  In addition, the Learning Facilitator will integrate a biblical worldview and a Christian philosophy of education throughout the curriculum and model a consistent daily walk with Jesus Christ in speech, actions, and attitude. 

Core Functions:

• Consistently review and update all applicable curriculum maps to accurately reflect learning outcomes for each subject/content area
• Develop lesson plans to identify essential learning outcomes, relevant resources, and other important details to ensure effective instruction and classroom management. This should be available to the Lower School Dean for review and feedback upon request
• Establish a class culture that is consistent with the Mission and Vision of Williamsburg Christian Academy
• Maintain clear and effective expectations for conduct in all WCA spaces
• Create a learning environment that enables students to develop collaborative skills
• Utilize interventions to support each child’s strengths and areas of need
• Develop assignments and projects that engage a student’s critical thinking skills
• Employ a variety of methods, instructional aides, and materials that will provide for creative teaching to reach the whole child – spiritually, intellectually, physically, socially, and emotionally
• Upload and maintain weekly newsletters, important classroom announcements, grade appropriate modules, and activities into Williamsburg Christian Academy’s Learning Management System
• Utilize the Learning Management System for direct communication with parents
• Utilize WCA’s Learning Management System to maintain a secure academic environment for all students and engage passive learners
• Participate in professional development opportunities offered by WCA to enhance professional skill
• Perform other duties as assigned by the HOS to support the Division.
• Notify the HOS promptly if you are unable to fulfill any duty assigned

Supplemental Functions

• Begin each class with prayer and, when appropriate, pray with and for students.
• Record class attendance in the WCA software system for each class within the first 10 minutes of the start of the school day.  This process is critical to the safety and security of the WCA community and lack of attention to this requirement will not be tolerated.
• Update WCA software with assignments and grades every week (at a minimum).  This requirement is of utmost importance in communication with parents and an aide to students who are at home for medical reasons.
• Regularly check and respond to voicemail and email messages within 24 hours in a gracious and professional manner.
• Participate in parent-teacher individual/group conferences involving parents of any student they teach.
• Maintain a high regard for the confidential information of each student and their family.  Any form of gossip is not biblical and will not be tolerated.  If you have a question concerning appropriate behavior as it relates to confidentiality, you are to address the matter only with the Lower School Principal for direction.
• Perform all administrative duties assigned as part of the teaching position including, but not limited to: hall duty, lunch supervision, dismissal duty, devotional presentation, bulletin board responsibilities.
• Maintain required teacher certifications, not allowing any lapse of their certification.
• Collaborate with the Lower School team to provide for a productive and effective program.

Physical Requirements

• Lift books/materials for storage and delivery (approx. 25 pounds)
• Walk/stand several times each week for 30 minutes to teach or supervise classes
• Walk/stand within a classroom setting, bending, and stooping periodically to assist students
• Manipulate hands and fingers with dexterity to operate a computer keyboard

Ministry Position Description Position Title: Preschool Assistant Reports to: Preschool Coordinator Classification: Non-exempt; Salaried, 40 hours/week; 12 Months Date Revised: July 30, 2024 Principal Function The WCA Preschool Assistant will work under the guidance of the Lead Teacher to facilitate a safe and loving, hands on learning environment in which the whole child is instructed using developmentally appropriate practices. These responsibilities should be conducted in a manner that promotes integrity and confidence in the WCA community. Recurring Duties: ● Working under the direction of the Lead Teacher, the Preschool Assistant helps to carry out weekly plans and implementation of age-appropriate lessons to nurture the spiritual, social- emotional, cognitive, fine and gross motor, and language skills. ● Must have the ability to be flexible and think creatively and quickly to make adjustment to lessons when necessary ● Maintain a professional, healthy, safe, clean, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment that reflects children’s learning and growth. ● Must be a wise steward and responsible with supplies ● Helps to prepare narrative evaluations three times annually. ● Collaborates, communicates, and works well with the Early Childhood team of teachers and assistants and the Preschool Coordinator to ensure a smooth and efficient classroom and positive working team environment ● Facilitate the building of good communication and relationships with parents ● Address student disciplinary needs in conjunction with WCA’s mission and vision ● Attending staff meetings, special school events, and open houses ● Complete regular care for classroom and supplies Other General Responsibilities ● Continuing submission to the Lordship of Christ in every area of life, the acquisition of and obedience to scriptural knowledge, continual growth toward maturity in Christ, and consistency of Christian behavior; ● To maintain devotions in your home, to educate in Christian doctrine, and to pray for the salvation of your family; ● To be actively involved in the life of the school; to be loyal to its programs; to pray regularly for its ministry, leadership, staff, parents, and children; to manifest a tender regard for their reputation; to contribute to its support with time and finances as God prospers you; ● To pray for those outside the body of Christ, to honor obligations and commitments to them, and as opportunity and ability enable, to commend the Gospel of Christ to them. Physical Requirements ● Preschoolers are energetic and require constant attention and carefully planned activities. To successfully meet the physical requirements of the essential duties, teachers must interact with children in an energetic, positive and encouraging manner. ● Teachers must be able to sit on the floor, lift a child up to 50 lbs. and move quickly on his/her feet. ● Teachers may come in contact with children who are ill and/or contagious and must take precautions to ensure the health and safety of all children, parents, staff and themselves. ● Teachers work in a busy and noisy environment and must be able to function in such an environment. There may be a number of activities and situations happening at once, and the Preschool Teacher will supervise students at all times. ● Push and hold side entrance door many times morning and afternoon ● Lift books/materials for storage and delivery (approx 25 pounds) ● Walk/stand/sit/bend/stoop/squat daily to supervise, monitor, teach, etc. Must have full range of motion. ● Hear a variety of sounds in a noisy atmosphere (cafeteria, gymnasium) and recognize the difference between them ● Distinguish tone of voice to interpret the difference between a joyful child and a distressed one ● See details of objects and analyze the activities of children more than a few feet away ● Manipulate hands and fingers with dexterity Qualification Requirements The Preschool Assistant Teacher must have one of the following levels of educational training: 1. Current Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential administered by the Council for Professional Development or equivalent authorized agency 2. State teacher assistant credential or college coursework in early childhood education 3. 60 documented (accrued) clock hours of professional development in early childhood 4. Professional Growth Plan developed, approved and monitored annually by the teacher and the EE director. This Professional Growth Plan is updated annually.

Open non-faculty and leadership positions can be accessed by clicking the tabs in this table. 

Currently sought positions at this time: 

• None at this time

NOTE: Williamsburg Christian Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnic origin, gender, age, or military service in the hiring of any staff including administrative, teaching, professional, or support staff. Please complete the employment application provided below. For staff positions, please help us by providing the following items (Click to download each form or visit link):

• Staff Application
• Resume

Open non-faculty and leadership positions can be accessed by clicking the tabs in this table. 

Varisty Basketball Coach

NOTE: Williamsburg Christian Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnic origin, gender, age, or military service in the hiring of any staff including administrative, teaching, professional, or support staff. Please complete the employment application provided below. For faculty positions, please help us by providing the following items (Click to download each form):

• Staff Application
• Resume

Ministry Position Description

Position Title: Varsity Basketball Coach
Reports to: Athletic Director
Classification: Contract
Date Revised: October 2, 2024

Williamsburg Christian Academy is a Christian non-denominational, college preparatory
prekindergarten through grade twelve independent school located in historic Williamsburg,
Virginia. The school sits on a picturesque 56-acre campus and has two playgrounds, a
gymnasium, numerous playing fields, and an auditorium/cafeteria. Academic spaces include
large, well-lit classrooms, a lower school science lab, two middle and high school science labs,
and a lower school library complete with a computer lab. Most importantly, the school is home to
a dynamic and dedicated teaching team that serves as role models and mentors and has a
commitment to living out the Christian faith. Administrators, faculty, staff, and coaches partner
with families to help kids reach their full potential amidst a complex world.

Principal Function

The Varsity Basketball Coach at Williamsburg Christian Academy is the primary leader and
developer of the school's varsity program. This role entails creating and implementing
comprehensive training plans, recruiting and mentoring student-athletes, cultivating a positive
team environment, ensuring compliance with athletic department regulations, and representing
WCA with integrity. The coach is expected to fully understand and support the school's mission
and vision, while also actively contributing to the growth and development of the basketball
program at all levels.

Core Functions:

• Develop and implement comprehensive training programs and practice plans.
• Recruit, develop, and mentor student-athletes.
• Foster a positive and competitive team culture.
• Ensure adherence to all athletic department policies and procedures.
• Represent WCA with integrity and professionalism at all times.
• Understand and fully support the mission and vision of the school.

Qualifications

• Proven experience coaching at the high school level.
• Strong knowledge of basketball fundamentals and strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to create opportunities for players at the collegiate level.
• Passion for developing student-athletes both on and off the court.
• Assist in the development of the overall basketball program (lower to upper school).
• Commitment to Christian values and a positive school environment.

Physical Requirements

• Mobility, strength, visual and auditory acuity adequate for immediate response to athlete
needs
• Safely lift and move heavy athletic materials for storage and delivery
• Walk/stand/run/squat – physical dexterity is a must
• Ability to easily traverse a variety of surfaces, from concrete to grass
• Ability to work indoors or outdoors in a variety of climates and weather conditions