General Description

Job Title: High School Teacher (Self-Contained Classroom) 
Location: Hope Christian Academy 
Position Type: Full-Time 
Schedule: Traditional School Year

 
About Hope Christian Academy 
Hope Christian Academy (HCA) is a non-denominational Christian school dedicated to serving a unique population of youth with emotional impairments. We are committed to providing a supportive, structured, and faith-centered learning environment where students can grow academically, emotionally, and spiritually. Our small class sizes allow us to meet students where they are and help them succeed. 

Position Summary 
Hope Christian Academy is seeking a compassionate, creative, and dedicated High School Teacher to lead a self-contained classroom serving grades 9–12. This teacher will provide instruction in all core subject areas while adapting curriculum and teaching strategies to meet a wide range of academic and emotional needs. The ideal candidate is flexible, patient, and committed to modeling Christ-like character in daily interactions with students. 

Key Responsibilities 
• Teach all core academic subjects to a combined 9th–12th grade classroom: 
• Develop and adapt lesson plans to meet diverse learning styles and ability levels 
• Create a structured, supportive classroom environment for students with emotional impairments 
• Implement classroom management strategies rooted in consistency, grace, and respect 
• Foster students’ academic growth alongside social-emotional development 
• Maintain a small-class learning environment that provides individualized support 
• Collaborate with staff and administration to support student success 
• Integrate biblical principles and Christ-like values into classroom culture and interactions 
• Model a lifestyle consistent with Christian values and biblical standards
 
Required Qualifications 
• Valid Idaho Teaching Certificate (9-12) 
• Ability to teach multiple subject areas at the high school level 
• Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills 
• Creativity and flexibility in adapting lessons and materials 
• Heart for working with students with emotional and behavioral needs 
• Personal commitment to the Christian faith and ability to model Christ-like principles in a school setting 

Preferred Qualifications 
• Special Education Endorsement 
• Experience working with students with emotional impairments or in therapeutic/alternative education settings 

What We Offer 
• Small class sizes that allow for meaningful impact 
• Supportive, mission-driven school community 
• Opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of students who need it most 
• Available compensation options that include room and board 

For more information: Contact Kimbra Shaw at 208-559-2893 or info@ahome2come2.com