Careers at MCA

The following characteristics are used in hiring, professional development, and evaluation of all staff at Maranatha Christian Academy.

Spiritual Characteristics

• Authentic Christ-followers who are spirit-led and consistently pursuing biblical truth and spiritual growth
• Accomplished learners who are intelligent, wise, discerning, and ever mindful of the Christian biblical worldview
• Believers possessing self-awareness and integrity are willing to serve as role models to students seeking to live a life of faith, love, and truth in the world.
• In agreement with and abiding by Maranatha’s Statement of Faith

Professional Characteristics

• Passionate and enthusiastic about Christian education; their academic discipline, professional expertise, and personal scholarship; and the Maranatha community as a whole
• Intentional about their quest for excellence and continuous improvement in all things and supportive of high, standards of performance appropriate to the roles of peers, coaches, staff, administrators, and students
• Highly responsive to students and parents to promote the individual growth and healthy development of our students' physical, intellectual, spiritual, emotional, and relational beings per God’s word.
• Adaptable and flexible about teaching and instructional methods, including the use of technology and strategic approaches to the preparation of students for assessment.
• Demonstrating continual growth in cultural competencies and empathy towards students and families

Personal Characteristics

• Hopeful, optimistic, and kind in their relationships and interactions with peers, colleagues, students, and families
• Supportive, nurturing, mentoring, consistent, and compassionate mindset with respect to their professional and student relationships
• Effective and clear communicators as well as active listeners
• Servant leaders in heart and attitude

F.I.R.S.T. stands for Forum for Inducting, Retaining, and Supporting Teachers. This program is Maranatha’s state and regionally recognized onboarding, mentoring, and support program for instructional staff in their first three years at MCA.

Innovation. Change. Progress. All words that are used more and more frequently in every industry. At Maranatha Christian Academy, we have identified the need to develop a new, innovative approach to education to remain a leader in the field. In doing so, we realize that it is imperative to provide our teachers with the tools to teach in ways that maybe have not been considered in the past. Innovation Incubators are comprehensive design thinking cohorts where teachers learn changemaker processes (problem-solving, critical thinking, collaboration, and more) that transfer immediately into the classroom.

Forward thinking, collaboration, and creativity are showcased in our mini-grant program. Staff members are encouraged to apply for mini-grants ranging from $500–$1,500 to innovate in their classrooms while providing additional compensation.

Awards of Excellence recognizes teachers in categories such as education excellence, leadership, and innovation in the classroom based on peer nominations. Recipients receive bonus checks of $1,000 at an end-of-the-year luncheon.

Maranatha offers a competitive salary and benefits structure including annual salary increases. Instructional staff also receive a salary increase upon completion of postgraduate work.

Depending on position, benefits may include:

• Health Care and Dental Insurance
• Retirement, Personal Time Off (PTO)
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• MCA Tuition Discount

We believe we have the best teachers! Teachers are crucial to delivering an excellent education, which is why we prioritize professional development and teacher support. Hear directly from our teachers on what it's like teaching at MCA and how they feel valued by both the administration and families in our community. 

Maranatha Christian Academy is hiring a full-time paraprofessional. Duties for Paraprofessionals include the ability to work constructively with students, provide innovative and creative play, and the ability to resolve conflict. This position transitions and supervises students from the classroom to the playground and monitors students afterschool. 

Summary

To prayerfully support the program by assisting the supervisor(s) in coordinating daily activities, materials, and programming in lower school’s auxiliary programming.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties as assigned by supervisors.

• Teach and lead programs as directed by assistant principal
• Sign students into and out of X-tended Day (after school program) per school policy
• Manage student behaviors at all times
• Prepare daily activities and materials
• Understand various health care procedures according to student needs. 
• Bi-annually renew CPR & First Aid training
• Annually renew blood borne pathogen and harassment training
• As determined by administration, view or attend other miscellaneous training
• Be aware and provide a safe environment for all students
• Mentor students and provide conflict resolution teaching and resolution
• Follow MCA’s Discipline Policies and Procedures, disciplining in love
• Provide general student supervision and direction
• Allow student creativity in a controlled environment
• Cooperate with administration in implementing all policies, procedures, and directives governing the operation of the school
• Utilize educational opportunities and evaluation processes for professional growth
• Maintain a personal appearance that is a role model of cleanliness, modesty, good taste, and in agreement with school philosophy
• Contribute to the general improvement of the program.

Desired qualifications include experience working with students, social/emotional aptitude, and good communication skills.

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Maranatha Christian Academy (MCA) is a private school serving Grades Pre-kindergarten through 12 in Brooklyn Park, MN. We are an influential school of collaborators, innovators, and explorers grounded in Christian faith, empowering co-creators of tomorrow. MCA is hiring substitute teachers and substitute paraprofessionals for the 2024-2025 school year.

Substitute Teachers

• Duties for substitute teachers include carrying out the lesson plans for the teacher and establishing/maintaining order in the classroom to keep the classroom environment conducive to effective learning.
• Desired qualifications for teachers include previous classroom experience and or education degree.

Substitute Paraprofessionals

• Duties for Paraprofessionals include the ability to work constructively with students, provide innovative and creative play, and the ability to resolve conflict. This position transitions and supervises students from the classroom to the playground and monitors students during lunch.
• Desired qualifications for paraprofessionals include experience working with students, social/emotional aptitude, and good communications skills.

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Maranatha Christian Academy (MCA) is a private school serving Grades Pre-kindergarten through 12 in Brooklyn Park, MN. Our vision is for every Maranatha student to be highly educated, Christ-centered, and biblically anchored world changers. MCA has an opening for a long-term high school English substitute teacher starting in mid-February.

Essential Duties

• Prepares course objectives and lesson plans, following curriculum guidelines and any requirements or standards of the state and school
• Lectures, demonstrates and uses audiovisual technology teaching aids to present subject matter to class
• Assigns lessons, homework, corrects papers, and hears oral presentations
• Prepares, administers, and corrects tests, and records results
• Maintains order inside the classroom and other spaces on campus, as well as off-site school-sponsored activities
• Counsels students when academic and/or behavioral problems arise
• Communicate students' academic progress and behavior with parents
• Keeps attendance and grade records as required by MCA
• Completes non-standard information requests for ISP Students (upper school only)

Personal & Professional Characteristics

• Professes Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior; models a consistent, daily walk with Jesus Christ in attitude, speech, and actions
• Passionate and enthusiastic about Christian education
• Respectful, optimistic, and grace-filled in their relationships and interactions with colleagues, students, and parents
• Adaptable and flexible in teaching methods
• Highly responsive to students' spiritual, intellectual, and emotional well-being
• Effective and clear communicator, as well as an active listener
• Ability to set clear expectations and hold students accountable for age-appropriate performance

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) from a four-year college or university

Desired License: Minnesota teaching license

The entire job description is available upon request to applicants being interviewed.

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Maranatha Christian Academy (MCA) is a private school serving Grades Pre-kindergarten through 12 in Brooklyn Park, MN. Our vision is for every Maranatha student to be highly educated, Christ-centered, and biblically anchored world changers. MCA has an opening for a long-term middle school math substitute teacher starting in mid-February.

Essential Duties

• Prepares course objectives and lesson plans, following curriculum guidelines and any requirements or standards of the state and school
• Lectures, demonstrates and uses audiovisual technology teaching aids to present subject matter to class
• Assigns lessons, homework, corrects papers, and hears oral presentations
• Prepares, administers, and corrects tests, and records results
• Maintains order inside the classroom and other spaces on campus, as well as off-site school-sponsored activities
• Counsels students when academic and/or behavioral problems arise
• Communicate students' academic progress and behavior with parents
• Keeps attendance and grade records as required by MCA
• Completes non-standard information requests for ISP Students (upper school only)

Personal & Professional Characteristics

• Professes Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior; models a consistent, daily walk with Jesus Christ in attitude, speech, and actions
• Passionate and enthusiastic about Christian education
• Respectful, optimistic, and grace-filled in their relationships and interactions with colleagues, students, and parents
• Adaptable and flexible in teaching methods
• Highly responsive to students' spiritual, intellectual, and emotional well-being
• Effective and clear communicator, as well as an active listener
• Ability to set clear expectations and hold students accountable for age-appropriate performance

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) from a four-year college or university

Desired License: Minnesota teaching license

The entire job description is available upon request to applicants being interviewed.

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Summer Resident Job Description

Maranatha Christian Academy (MCA) is a private Christian school serving Grades Pre-kindergarten through 12 in Brooklyn Park, MN. Our vision is for every Maranatha student to be highly educated, Christ-centered, and biblically anchored world changers. MCA currently accepts applications for pre-service teachers and related staff for its Summer Residency Program for the summer of 2026.

Summary

Maranatha Christian Academy has exciting opportunities for college students or recent graduates in Teaching and Student Ministry Programs, and licensed teachers who want to further develop their classroom management & teaching/supervising skills. Summer Resident Teachers and Staff will assist with planning, teaching, and leading the summer program activities for pre-kindergarten through grade 6 students in the classroom, on the playground, and on field trips during the MCA summer program. The program runs from June 3-August 14.

Additionally, this program is designed to support your development as a teacher by training you in MCA’s New Teacher Induction Program for the first 3 days of Summer (June 3-5). Throughout Summer Residency, you will be provided with coaching and feedback to support your development as a classroom teacher. Regular Staff Meetings will also support your professional growth. Post-summer feedback and recommendations will be provided for you upon the successful completion of the summer.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned).

• Contribute to a positive, mission-aligned summer experience for all students and staff.
• Organize weekly activities in coordination with the Summer Program Director.
•  Prepare materials, supplies, and classroom spaces for daily student engagement.
• Assist with arrival/dismissal procedures.
• Maintain accurate reports and required documentation, as needed.
• Uphold program values, policies, and expectations for professionalism.
• Reflect on instructional practices and implement feedback from supervisors or coaches.
• Attend required staff meetings, trainings, and planning sessions.
• Supervise students during class, transitions, meals, recess, field trips, and dismissal times.
• Build strong, supportive relationships with students and parents.

· Ensure safety protocols are followed at all times.

· Manage minor conflicts and student concerns using restorative or positive discipline approaches.

· Follow MCA’s discipline policies and procedure guidelines for expected student behavior.

· Supervise field trips and swim days off campus for your students.

· Maintain the required safety training, which will be provided for you by MCA.

· Maintain a professional appearance of cleanliness and modesty in agreement with MCA school policy

Personal & Professional Characteristics

· Must be a Christian who lives out their faith daily

· Respectful, optimistic, and grace-filled in their relationships and interactions with colleagues, students, and parents

· Adaptable and flexible

· Displays leadership characteristics and the ability to take initiative

· Highly responsive to students' spiritual, intellectual, and emotional well-being

· Effective and clear communicator, as well as an active listener

Preferred Qualifications

· Have experience working with students and children

· Have been, or are currently being trained in a teacher education program

*Applications will be accepted until March 27, 2026.

A full job description will be available upon request if selected for an interview.

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