Newton Christian School Employment Opportunities
Newton Christian School is a small Christian school in Newton, IA. We strive to incorporate Christ and biblical truth into our entire curriculum. Our goal each day is to fulfill our mission statement: “Training to a higher academic, moral, and spiritual standard based on biblical principles.” Our culture is one of care, hard work, high aspirations, and an expectation that every student will succeed. Throughout all aspects of their education, students are challenged to pursue excellence academically, morally, and spiritually. We serve students in Preschool through 8th grades from Newton and the surrounding areas.
We are seeking a dynamic, team-oriented staff member with passion for and knowledge of faith-centered education who has the ability to build relationships with students to equip them academically, spiritually, and socially to gratefully serve God in all aspects of life.
This candidate will be responsible for managing the daily operations of their classroom, guidance and implementation of academic classroom needs. The teacher will also be expected to communicate effectively with administration and parents to ensure that our organization continually improves student performance, and demonstrates a commitment to the school community.
Job Requirements:
Have a deep love for, and personal relationship, with Jesus Christ.
Desire to support and promote Christian education.
Have a passion for working with kids to achieve the mission of Newton Christian School.
Possess, or be a candidate for, an Iowa Teaching license.
The ability to clearly communicate, and maintain positive relationships, with different stakeholders.
Statement of Faith:
If you are considering a job at Newton Christian School, please note that you will need to be able to agree and sign our Statement of Faith document each year.
Statement of Faith - Newton Christian School
2025-2026 Job openings:
First Grade Teacher
Newton Christian School is actively seeking an individual who is qualified to fulfill a First Grade teaching position for the 2025-2026 school year. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about Christian education and hold a current Iowa teaching license. The individual hired for this position will teach Math, Language Arts, Science, Bible and Social Studies.
Interested applicants should contact Nicole Van Wyk, PK-8 Principal, at principal@newtonchristianschool.com for more information.
Middle School Teacher
Newton Christian School is actively seeking an individual who is qualified to fulfill a 7th/8th grade teaching position for the 2025-2026 school year. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about Christian education and hold a current Iowa teaching license. The individual hired for this position will teach Math, Language Arts and will teach one or two of the following subjects as part of the middle school teaching team: Science, Bible and Social Studies. Interested applicants should contact Nicole Van Wyk, PK-8 Principal, at principal@newtonchristianschool.com for more information.
7th Grade Math Teacher
Newton Christian School has an opening for a 7th grade Math instructor for the 2025-2026 school year. The person in this position would teach 7th grade math every morning from 10:20 -11:30am. A current Iowa teaching certificate is required for this opening. Applicants should have an educational background. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interested applicants should contact Nicole Van Wyk, PK-8 Principal, at principal@newtonchristianschool.com for more information.
Substitute Teacher
Newton Christian School has openings for substitute teachers for the 2025-2026 school year. The person in this position would provide services to students in replace of the instructional teacher or aide for that day/time period. A current Iowa Substitute authorization or license is desired for this opening. Applicants should have an educational background. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interested applicants should contact Nicole Van Wyk, PK-8 Principal, at principal@newtonchristianschool.com for more information.