Grades 4 & 5 Class Teacher
General
Min 2 Years
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Driven to provide hope & healing.
Mercy Ships is an international charity that brings hope and healing to the world’s forgotten poor through state-of-the-art hospital ships. Since 1978, our volunteer crew—made up of medical professionals and skilled workers from over 60 nations—has delivered free surgeries and medical care to over 2.8 million people in Sub-Saharan Africa, transforming lives one patient and one port at a time. Join our global team of over 3,000 volunteers and help us change lives daily.
About this role
The Grades 4 & 5 Class Teacher provides an engaging classroom within a multi-cultural and community-centered environment for learning and growing with children ages nine to eleven.
As a flexible individual, the Grades 4 & 5 Class Teacher provides instruction through the lens of a Christian worldview to students on a vast array of subjects. In addition, as an autonomous teacher, there is room to plan adventurous outings with your students!
Requirements
Each role with Mercy Ships calls for a unique blend of experience, skills, and qualifications. The info below outlines what’s needed to serve effectively in this position—to meet operational standards and to help you thrive as part of the team.
What You Will Contribute
Create and deliver developmentally appropriate lesson plans for math, language arts, Bible, science, social studies, and life skills
Contribute to school rhythms, such as: staff meetings, student progress meetings, parent meetings, and professional development reading groups
Maintain records of each students’ progress throughout the year with summative and formative assessment
Demonstrate a readiness to help when needed with projects and events in the school
Exemplify professionalism in and ability to prioritize your assignments and duties
Ability to live in and contribute to community life, requiring stable and healthy interpersonal skills
What You Will Need
Bachelor’s Degree in elementary education from an accredited college or university
Two years classroom teaching experience is preferred
Current Teaching Certificate preferred
Completion of Mercy Ships On Boarding Program will be required
Successful completion of the Child Safety Screening Process, which includes background / criminal records check
A working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications is required. Possess aptitude for learning new computer applications
About the team
You’ll be part of a Volunteer Team that’s most relevant to your role, working side by side with a diverse community of volunteers using their skills to serve, and supporting daily life on board.
Frequently asked questions.
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The experience of a lifetime is calling.
More than 1,200 volunteers from over 60 nations serve with Mercy Ships each year.
At Mercy Ships, we are proud to be recognized around the world for the life-changing surgeries and training we deliver. We could not achieve this without our dedicated community of talented volunteers.
Imagine finishing your shift and stepping onto deck as the sun sets—knowing that today you’ve helped transform the lives of those who need it most. Apply now to start a journey that will reshape the lives of those you serve—and your own.
Faith-Led Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
Mercy Ships is a faith-based organization welcoming volunteers from diverse backgrounds and experiences who are committed to our mission and values. All qualified applicants will receive consideration.
Beware of Imposters: Confirm All Volunteer Communications
Volunteer opportunities and invitations to serve will always come directly from Mercy Ships’ official volunteer engagement teams. Never provide personal information to anyone without confirming their connection to Mercy Ships.
