Elementary Teacher

Located in downtown Spokane, Enlightium Academy (Enlightium) is a leading Christian education provider for online and homeschooled students in the K-12 market as well as co-op schools. Thousands of students across the country and around the world have used our program since 2003 (see an interactive map of our reach: This is a fast-growing and exciting company that delivers cutting-edge, technology-powered solutions to families across the country and around the world. At Enlightium, we value collaboration, creativity, flexibility, and personal/professional development. Enlightium has a welcoming environment that encourages growth by allowing employees to learn and by providing opportunities to improve. Our employees enjoy the family-like environment which provides autonomy and the freedom to give feedback to leadership. The heart of the mission at Enlightium Academy is to bring glory to God in all we do, serve Jesus Christ wholeheartedly, and share the gospel with Enlightium students through our Bible-based curriculum and Christian teachers. This mission is the basis for our educational philosophy, as articulated in our motto and Bible verse: “Driven to make a difference in hearts and minds”, and “In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.” Matthew 5:16. We accomplish this through promoting Christ-like character, providing our students with a high standard of education, being a loving and supportive community for our students and families, and encouraging students to pursue their individual God-given passions and interests. Position Overview We are seeking a motivated and caring Elementary Teacher to manage and educate students in a dynamic, asynchronous learning, digital environment. This role involves guiding students through their spiritual and academic learning by responding to their questions, grading assignments, hosting group sessions, and creating engaging student-centered content. You will also proactively reach out to students needing additional support, utilizing written communication, phone calls, and video/screen-sharing sessions to ensure their success. Key responsibilities include initiating meaningful dialogue with students, adhering to the established curriculum and timeline, and providing additional teaching materials when necessary. The ideal candidate will foster positive, professional relationships with students, parents, peers, and supervisors while maintaining appropriate boundaries with students. Strong communication skills, subject mastery, and a passion for student well-being are essential in this position. Salary & Hours Compensation for this position depends on the candidate’s experience and qualifications, the approximate hourly pay range is $18-$24 per hour . We are looking for a full-time individual who is located in the Spokane, WA area. Health insurance with 85% employer contribution (30+ hours) 401(k) options with 1.5% match (20+ hours) Voluntary dental and vision insurance (30+ hours) Paid time off Flexible non-paid time off Over 20 days off for holidays and breaks Paid time for monthly internal chapel services and prayer meetings Paid group and individual professional development School ID (use it to get educational discounts, etc.) Company t-shirt Professional development opportunities paid by Enlightium upon approval (conferences, courses, certifications, etc.) Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (Elementary Education, etc.). At least two years of teaching experience, preferably in Elementary subjects. Strong technical proficiency, comfortable navigating digital tools and platforms. Excellent typing speed and accuracy (45+ WPM). Proven ability to build rapport with students and parents in both in-person and virtual settings. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills. Strong work ethic with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, online environment. A passion for student success and a sincere desire to make a positive impact on their spiritual and academic growth. Job Responsibilities Manage and educate students in a digital environment. Initiate an engaging dialogue with students. Adhere to the established curriculum and timeline. Develop or locate additional teaching material when needed. Maintain positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and supervisors. Maintain cordial relationships with students within appropriate boundaries. #J-18808-Ljbffr