Job Description

Description

Position at King's Schools

This is a Full-Time position at King's Schools in Shoreline, WA.
Compensation: $25.89 and $44 per hour, depending on experience and certifications 

Benefits: Competitive package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, 403(b) matching, Life and Disability benefits, PTO, Holiday Pay, Parental Leave, up to 85% King’s school tuition discount for dependent child(ren) K-12

COMPANY OVERVIEW

CRISTA Ministries (“CRISTA”) is a Christian church community that exists to exercise and express its Christianbeliefs.At the core of our Christian church community is the belief that as Christians, we are part of the priesthood of all believers, set forth in I Peter 2. WebelievethispriesthoodcallingrestsuponallChristiansandisa foundational,spiritualpracticeof ourCRISTAcommunity.Thispriesthoodcallingevokeswithinustheresponsetoviewourworkasour ministry. Webelievethatallrepresentativesofourcommunity are ministers of the gospel andplayequallyimportantrolesinexercising, expressing and teaching our beliefs (I Corinthians 12: 17-23).

CRISTA exists to make known the love of Jesus Christ through demonstrated works of service and ministry. We use every method available so that the people of the world may hear the Gospel, accept Christ as their Savior, and grow in their faith. We are a united family of Biblical Ministries inspired by a shared vision to serve and impact the young through the elderly, all cultures and backgrounds, in our own backyard and around the world through excellence in our service and operations. By leading a healthy and sustainable organization, CRISTA empowers its ministries to serve the needs of the world and share the Gospel, making disciples. Our commitment is to glorify, honor and obey the Lord in all we do through a workforce of ministers: our staff and volunteers who are called, committed, and faithful Christians.

CRISTA leads five distinct ministries in alignment with our calling to draw people into a transforming relationship with Christ. From World Concern’s relief and development efforts around the globe; from CRISTA Media’s stations that broadcast uplifting messages and music through your radio dials to the fireside songs that bring joy to campers year-round at CRISTA Camps; from the young minds equipped with knowledge at King’s Schools to the seniors receiving exceptional care at CRISTA Senior Living. Whether traversing the globe or right in our backyard, the CRISTA family of ministries is empowered to meet the needs of those we serve with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. 

CRISTA MINISTRIES MISSION AND VISION STATEMENTS

• Mission Statement: To fearlessly declare the Gospel, with Biblical truth and love, leading generations to follow Jesus.
• Vision Statement: Until All Know Jesus.

CRISTA MINISTRIES CORE VALUES

• Christ-Centered: We approach our work by faith, prayerfully believing God will do the miraculous. 
• Servanthood: We serve our world by meeting needs practically and spiritually.
• Uncompromising Integrity: We are honest, transparent, and trustworthy – reflecting Jesus in all we do.
• Holy Stewardship: We honor and maximize the potential of the resources, assets, and people God has entrusted to us.
• Excellence: We serve with excellence knowing that we represent God in our work, words, and actions. 
• Unified Team: We are One CRISTA, united in the vision to transform lives with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

KING’S SCHOOLS MINISTRY PURPOSE STATEMENT

• Purpose Statement:Building resilient disciples of Christ through Christian education.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Residential Life Coordinator will provide supervision, mentorship, wellness support and academic tutoring to students. Foster a Christ-like culture within the dorms, ensuring the health and well-being of the boarding community by nurturing a diverse group of domestic and international students. Build trust by supervising, teaching, advising, advocating and mentoring students. Focus on character development and promoting a safe and welcoming community. Actively participate in the dorm life, serving as a visible and engaged mentor and being prepared for emergencies. Work closely with the International Student Program Director to ensure that all aspects of the program, include programming, staffing and communication with students and parents support the mission of King’s Schools and the International Department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS  

(General overview and may not include all details of responsibilities)

DUTIES

Christ-Like Leadership:

• Model behavior that aligns with CRISTA’s core values (Christ-centered, Servanthood, Uncompromising Integrity, Holy Stewardship, Excellence and Unified Team).
• Manage, train and direct dorm parent staff, overseeing day-to-day operations, to include overseeing shift-work schedules.
• Serve as the residential administrator, working closely with the International Student Program Director to support students on campus as needed.
• Work collaboratively with all members of the King’s and CRISTA community to promote a positive and inclusive culture.
• Relay building needs and maintenance requests while fostering positive working relationships with facilities staff.
• Ensure that food service operations align with school standards and report any concerns or issues to the International Student Program Director.

Resident Support and Supervision:

• Provide consistent supervision and wellness support for students, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
• Assist students with their academic needs, study skills development and resources to enhance learning.
• Provide support and supervision for specific dorm meetings, formal dinners, activities, and special events organized for resident students.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely and cooperatively with the International Student Program Director, residential faculty, students, and other school staff.
• Fulfill administrative tasks related to the dorm, including record keeping, communication with parents and reporting student progress.
• Participate in required staff meetings and engage in relevant training and orientations for faculty and staff at the start and end of the academic year (if required).

Community Building and Leadership:

• Organize and lead engaging activities and events that promote community building, cultural exchange, and recreational opportunities when necessary.
• Promote character education initiatives that emphasize the values of integrity, respect and responsibility, reinforcing the importance of community leadership.
• Model and encourage Christ-like behavior, demonstrating support for others within the dorm community.
• Design, sponsor, and lead programs focused on spiritual and character education, community building, academics, leadership, as well as recreational and cultural activities when required.

Additional Duties:

• Fulfill all administrative tasks and other duties as assigned.

Conduct that reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

CHRIST CENTERED 

• Belief that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior
• Is a committed Christian who is dedicated to continued spiritual growth and development as evidenced through a growing personal walk with God (e.g. daily spiritual rhythms of prayer, fellowship, Bible study, etc.).
• Prayerfully seeks God’s will in their own lives and in their ministry at CRISTA.
• Engages our ministry including staff and colleagues through prayer, participation in spiritual practices, leading devotionals and other spiritual practices.
• Affirms, aligns with and supports CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Statement (CCC).
• Conducts themselves in a manner which reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC). 
• Demonstrates the values of a CRISTA leader.

EDUCATION

• Diploma from an accredited college or similar advanced training in a relevant field.

EXPERIENCE

• Experience working and managing young people in the middle school and high school age range as a mentor, as a dorm coordinator or higher, classroom teacher, senior camp counselor, supervisory youth group leader, or in a similar role for at least 2 years.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

• CPR

SOFTWARE / EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE

• Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Word, Excel, Computer Technology experience, TEAMS

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

• Commitment to working with multi-ethnic, culturally diverse student and parent population.
• May need to reside on campus or live within the dorm to embrace the unique dorm lifestyle.  
• Conduct themselves in accordance with the standards of the program. 
• Maintain designated duty shifts, primarily during swing hours from Monday to Sunday, covering afternoons to late nights, along with one full weekend shift each month and participation in additional school events and dorm activities outside regular duty hours.
• Is eligible to work in the United States. 
• Demonstrate key elements of the listed expertise and experiences. 
• Exhibit commitment to personal integrity, character development and community membership as well as broad emotional intelligence and a deep reserve of patience.
• Carry a track record of acting effectively and supervising students in a variety of potential emergency situations.
• Illustrate the willingness to develop, sponsor, and lead programming in character education and community building, academics, leadership, and recreational and cultural activities.
• Practice cultural humility in personal interactions.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

• Master’s degree in counseling.  

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION

• Licensed Mental Health Counselor Certification (higher compensation would be considered) 

STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINTATION

CRISTA is a Christian, religious organization that lives out its faith-based mission through five ministries: CRISTA Camps, CRISTA Media, CRISTA Senior Living, King’s Schools, and World Concern.  As permitted by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, CRISTA reserves the right to prefer employees of a particular religion and to require its employees to hold certain religious beliefs, engage in certain religious observances, and engage in or refrain from engaging in certain behavior, based on CRISTA’s religious beliefs. CRISTA’s employees must agree with and support without reservation CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and must conduct themselves in accordance with the religious beliefs and practices that flow from that Statement of Faith and CRISTA’s Christian Community Policy.

Among those employees and employment applicants who agree with and support without reservation and abide by the Statement of Faith and CRISTA’s Christian Community Policy, CRISTA does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Based on its religious beliefs, CRISTA values and respects the dignity of all persons and appreciates the diversity of God’s creation.

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