GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT SCA

Summit Christian Academy (SCA) is a private, nondenominational Christian school in southeast Lee’s Summit, MO. As a Christian school, SCA requires that all employees be professing Christians who attend a Bible-believing church.

SCA has an early education through 12th grade program on a 36-acre campus that includes three facilities, as well as track, baseball, soccer, and football fields. Founded in 1989 with 32 elementary students, SCA has a current PS-12th grade enrollment of nearly 1,200. SCA offers a highly academic, college-preparatory program that includes 83 dual credit hours for high school students. 

The elementary program includes the Foundations & Frameworks reading curriculum that greatly enhances reading comprehension through critical thinking skills, in addition to daily special classes.

SCA is dually accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International and by Cognia.

Subject to the Constitution of the United States and all applicable state and federal laws, Summit Christian Academy does not discriminate against applicants on the basis or race, color and national or ethnic origin in its employment practices, nor does it discriminate against its employees on the basis of race, color and national or ethnic origin in the administration of policies, procedures, programs, or activities.

BENEFITS FOR FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES

SCA offers a generous benefits package to full-time employees including health, dental, vision, life, 401k with match, and flexible spending account. Full-time employees also receive a tuition discount of 50% and free childcare for their students. For additional information regarding our benefits, please use the link below.

Employee Benefits

Teacher Positions

SCA teachers should have a heart to spiritually disciple students and partner with highly engaged and supportive parents. Teachers benefit from the school’s strong academic program and uniquely designed curriculum.

Teacher candidates should complete the teacher application (link at end of this page). Candidates who are unfamiliar with Summit Christian Academy should visit the Who We Are and What We Believe areas on the website.

Secondary Mathematics Teacher (2023-24) - SCA is accepting applications from candidates to teach junior high/high school math classes. Candidates should have a minimum of a bachelor's degree in mathematics or math-related field. Prior teaching experience is a plus.

Art Teacher - Full-time (2023-24) – SCA is accepting applications from candidates to teach elementary and junior high art classes. Candidates should have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Art. Prior teaching experience is a plus.

Secondary Bible Teacher (2023-24) – SCA is accepting applications from candidates for a high school Bible position. Candidates for one position must have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in biblical studies in order to teach high school Bible classes.

Secondary Worship Teacher - Part-time (2023-24) - SCA is accepting applications from candidates to teach a worship class on a part-time basis. Candidates should have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree and have experience as a worship pastor. Ideal candidates would have the ability to teach Bible and Worship classes.

Support Staff

Interested candidates should complete the support staff application (link at the end of this page).

Secondary Administrative Assistant - Full-time - SCA is accepting applications for a full-time assistant to the secondary principal. Applicants must be proficient in Microsoft Word, have a working knowledge of Excel, enjoy working with and supporting students, parents, and staff in a fast-paced work environment.

Kitchen Assistant - SCA is accepting applications for part-time assistants in the SCA kitchens.  Employees assist in the preparation of hot lunches, serving, and clean-up. Work days and hours are during the school day and vary depending on the need. Position comes with a tuition discount based on weekly hours worked.

Grounds Staff - Part-time - SCA is accepting applications for a part-time groundskeeping assistant. Duties include but are not limited to field maintenance, snow removal, maintenance of outdoor machines/vehicles, and light mechanical and construction skills. Knowledge of planting and caring for plants, shrubs, and lawns is a plus. Tuition discount is available based on weekly hours worked.

Fieldhouse Janitorial Staff - Evening, Part-time - SCA is accepting applications for a Part-time evening janitorial worker for the Fieldhouse. Position is 5-days a week with late afternoon/evening hours. Start and end times will vary depending on Fieldhouse evening events. Tuition discount is available based on weekly hours worked.

Janitorial Staff – Evening, Part-time – SCA is accepting applications for part-time janitorial workers to work in the evenings. Position works 5-days a week with somewhat flexible hours. Weekly hours vary, but the average is 10. Tuition discount is available based on weekly hours worked.

Camp Eagle Summit (CES) Workers - Part-time – SCA is accepting applications for childcare providers for Camp Eagle Summit and Camp Eagle Summit Jr. to work over the summer break. If interested, please email CES Coordinator.

Bus Drivers – Part-time - SCA is accepting applications for part-time daytime bus drivers. Ideal candidates must have a Class B CDL with a passenger endorsement. If you are Interested but do not have this endorsement, SCA will provide training for you to secure the required license. Drivers will provide transportation for field trips and/or athletic events on an as-needed basis.

Childcare Providers – Part-time - SCA is accepting applications for part -time G.A.P. (God’s Aftercare Program) workers. Ideal candidates include energetic individuals who enjoy working with children and have a heart to serve. G.A.P. serves students from early education through high school. Before school shifts start are 6:45 a.m. to approximately 8:00 a.m. After school shifts start at 2:15 PM & 3:15 PM. This is a fantastic position for parents/guardians while their students are in school and includes free G.A.P. services for your students when you are working. Prior childcare experience is a plus and love and concern for children is a must!  Tuition discount is available based on weekly hours worked.

Teacher Aide – Early Education and Elementary – Part-time - SCA is accepting applications for teacher aide. Instructional aides work directly with students to provide support for classroom teachers. Position will be approximately 29 hours per week. Tuition discount is available based on weekly hours worked.

Coaching Positions

Summit Christian Academy has the following coaching positions available for the 2022-23 school year. Interested candidates should complete the coaching application (link at the end of this page).

Track & Field High School Assistant Coach (2022-23)

Track & Field Junior High Head Coach (2022-23)

Boys' Golf Assistant Coach (2022-23)

Substitute Support Staff

Interested candidates should complete the support staff application (link at the end of this page).

Substitute Classroom Aide - SCA is accepting applications for classroom aide substitute to serve in early education and elementary. Substitute classroom aides will work directly with students to provide support for classroom teachers. 

Substitute Office Assistant – SCA is accepting applications for office assistant substitutes to serve in the elementary and/or secondary office. Candidates must have prior administrative experience, excellent communication skills, experience in Microsoft programs, the ability to manage multiple tasks, and the ability to work in a fast-paced work environment. 

Substitute Teacher

Interested candidates should complete the substitute application (link at the end of this page).

Substitute Teachers – SCA is accepting applications for substitute teachers. Candidates must have a minimum of 60 college credit hours. Prior teaching and/or subbing experience is a plus.

To view the SCA mission, philosophy, and Statement of Faith, visit the What We Believe web page. Applications may be found below.

Resumes and/or applications may be mailed to the attention of Carol Lewis at SCA, 1500 SW Jefferson, Lee's Summit MO 64081, faxed to 816-525-5402, or emailed to Carol Lewis.

1. Download and save the appropriate Application to your device. 

2. If you don't already have Adobe Reader on your device, use the link below to download it. 

3. Then, using Adobe Reader, open, complete, and save the application. 

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