Join Our Team
At Linden Christian School, we are dedicated to fulfilling our mission – providing our students with an excellent, Christ-centred education, while equipping them to love and serve God.
Current openings for employment can be found here. Applications are accepted for future consideration for well qualified teachers and support staff for our team.
Join us in making a difference
Linden Christian School encourages teachers, administrators, and support staff in an environment where excellence is the goal. With a shared vision, our staff work together to promote teamwork and professionalism in a supportive community, working and praying together in a Christ-centred environment. We welcome applications from skilled people who share our values and our love of education.
We invite you to join us in making a difference in the lives of our students.
Current Opportunities
Linden Christian School (LCS) is inviting applications for the position of Head of School/Chief Executive Officer for the 2025-26 academic school year.
Established in 1987, Linden Christian School is a thriving Kindergarten to Grade 12 independent school of 1000 students and over 130 staff with emphasis on a Christian worldview education, delivering the Manitoba provincial curriculum, excellence in academics, performing arts, sports, and education built on relationships.
Job Summary
The Head of School/Chief Executive Officer (HOS/CEO) provides overall direction for the educational and business functions of Linden Christian School (LCS). The HOS/CEO operates in accordance with the policies established by the LCS Board, provincial legislation, and Manitoba Education directives. The HOS/CEO is ultimately responsible to nurture the development of a distinctively Christian school culture where the Mission, Vision and Core Values of LCS are understood and implemented in a caring, Christ-like manner.
Education – The HOS/CEO is responsible for the overall direction and coordination of all matters pertaining to the educational programs and services of LCS. This encompasses the provision of spiritual and educational leadership, short and long-term planning, conflict resolution and ensuring the school’s overall academic performance.
Administration – The HOS/CEO is responsible for the overall operation and sustainability of the school. This encompasses the oversight of budgeting, finance, human resources, and advancement programs such as marketing, fundraising, and alumni relations.
The HOS/CEO builds and maintains effective communication and relationships – internally with staff and students and externally with the community at large including parents, the LCS Board, Grant Memorial Baptist Church, other independent schools, associations, external professionals, the neighboring business community, and governing authorities.
Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor of Education Degree from a recognized university or college.
- Master’s Degree in a relevant discipline preferred.
- Eligible to hold a teaching certificate in the Province of Manitoba.
- Minimum of 10 years’ educational leadership experience in a public or independent Christian school with a minimum of five years experience in Administration.
- Highly developed relational, communication, human resource and business management skills.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Technology skills including Google Suite and Microsoft Office.
- Proven experience and abilities in fundraising and donor development.
- Eligible to work in Canada.
Key Qualities and Competencies
- A deep personal faith in Christ and commitment to living out biblical principles in personal and professional life.
- Strong understanding and commitment to integrating a biblical worldview into the school’s curriculum, policies and culture.
- Exceptional visionary and leadership skills and the ability to grow and inspire leaders within the staff and student body.
- Excellent communication skills with ability to articulate the school mission and vision to all stakeholders.
- A deep understanding of best educational practices and a passion for academic excellence
- Approachable, willing to listen while also being decisive.
- A passion for Christian education, valuing both academic excellence and the spiritual formation of students.
- Can think strategically about the direction of the school, anticipating challenges and opportunities while setting goals for the future.
Please forward a cover letter and resume by January 17, 2025 to the Search Team at: [email protected]
Linden Christian School (LCS) invites applications for the position of Before and After School Care (BASC) Supervisor.
The anticipated start date is as soon as possible. This is a casual position available during the school year. Anticipated hours of work are between 07:30-08:30 am and/or 3:30-5:30 pm Monday to Friday.
Applicants available Monday through Friday after school is preferred.
This position will suit an individual who enjoys working with children and serving others, team player, detail oriented, accurate and able to follow up, likes to plan ahead but can adapt to last minute changes, has a positive attitude, and wants to learn and grow in an environment where serving God together is rewarding and meaningful.
The successful candidate will:
- give evidence of a strong commitment to Christian faith in belief and practice, and be in agreement with LCS’ Mission, Vision, and Core Value statements;
- be willing to sign and adhere to the LCS Statement of Faith and demonstrate confidentiality relating to all school issues;
- Provide a current Criminal Record Check/ Vulnerable Sector and Child Abuse Registry Check.
Interested candidates are asked to forward a letter of application, a complete résumé, a personal statement of faith/faith story and a minimum of three references (including one from a pastor) to the attention of Annaka Cowieson, Student Care Coordinator, via email to [email protected].
BASC Supervisor Job Description
Please note only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Deadline for receiving applications: December 12, 2024, at 12 noon.
Linden Christian School (LCS) invites applications for the position of Before and After School Care (BASC) worker.
The anticipated start date is as soon as possible. This is a casual position available during the school year. Anticipated hours of work are between 07:30-08:30 am and/or 3:30-5:30 pm Monday to Friday.
Applicants available Monday through Friday after school is preferred.
This position will suit an individual who enjoys working with children and serving others, team player, detail oriented, accurate and able to follow up, likes to plan ahead but can adapt to last minute changes, has a positive attitude, and wants to learn and grow in an environment where serving God together is rewarding and meaningful.
The successful candidate will:
- give evidence of a strong commitment to Christian faith in belief and practice, and be in agreement with LCS’ Mission, Vision, and Core Value statements;
- be willing to sign and adhere to the LCS Statement of Faith and demonstrate confidentiality relating to all school issues;
- Provide a current Criminal Record Check/ Vulnerable Sector and Child Abuse Registry Check.
Interested candidates are asked to forward a letter of application, a complete résumé, a personal statement of faith/faith story and a minimum of three references (including one from a pastor) to the attention of Annaka Cowieson, Student Care Coordinator, via email to [email protected].
Before and After School Care Worker Job Description
Please note only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Deadline for receiving applications: December 12, at 12 noon.
Linden Christian School (LCS) invites applications for the position of Substitute
Educational Assistant for the 2024-2025 school year. LCS is a K-12 independent school with over 1000 students. The Substitute Educational Assistant (EA) is responsible to support the work of teachers and clinicians through a range of activities dependent upon specific student needs within the learning environment. EAs are valued members of the school team and make a significant contribution to the work of the school and the education of all students.
The successful candidate will be:
- experienced working with students with learning needs;
- be able to work with a wide age range of student needs and ages;
- be comfortable assisting with high school subjects;
- have a sincere love for Jesus Christ evidenced by lifestyle, including regular
- attendance at weekly church services;
- give evidence of a strong commitment to Christian faith in belief and practice;
- and be in agreement with LCS’ Mission, Vision and Core Value statements;
- willing to sign and adhere to the LCS Statement of Faith and Lifestyle;
- Commitment and demonstrate confidentiality relating to all school issues.
Interested candidates will meet the following requirements:
- Certification or Diploma from a recognized Educational Assistant Program is an asset, but is not required;
- Experience working with children in an educational environment;
- Experience working with students with exceptional needs is an asset;
- Ability to work with students one-on-one and in a small group setting;
- Excellent interpersonal skills to ensure effective interactions with members of
- the school community;
- Ability to work within a team setting.
Applicants are asked to forward a covering letter, a complete resume, a personal statement of faith/testimony and a minimum of three references, one being from the applicant’s pastor or church leader. Please submit your resume to the attention of:
Robert Charach, Head of School/CEO
c/o Everlyne Kich, Human Resources Coordinator
Linden Christian School
877 Wilkes Avenue
Winnipeg, Manitoba
R3P 1B8
Email: [email protected]
Position open until filled. Please note only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Linden Christian School (LCS) invites applications for the position of Substitute Teacher for all levels Kindergarten through Grade 12. LCS is a K-12 independent school with over 1000 students. An LCS substitute teacher contributes to the accomplishment of educational practices and objectives that will advance the Mission and Vision of Linden Christian School. The successful candidate will:
- hold a valid MB Teaching Certificate;
- have a sincere love for Jesus Christ evidenced by lifestyle, including regular attendance at weekly church services;
- give evidence of a strong commitment to Christian faith in belief and practice, and be in agreement with LCS’ Mission, Vision and Core Value statements;
- be willing to sign and adhere to the LCS Statement of Faith and Lifestyle Commitment and demonstrate confidentiality relating to all school issues.
Interested candidates should review the Statement of Faith / Community Lifestyle Commitment that follows this employment opportunity. Applicants are asked to forward a covering letter, a complete résumé, a personal statement of faith and a minimum of three references, one being from the applicant’s pastor or church leader. Please submit your résumé to the attention of:
Robert Charach, Head of School/CEO
c/o Everlyne Kich, Human Resources Coordinator
Linden Christian School
877 Wilkes Avenue
Winnipeg, Manitoba
R3P 1B8
Email: [email protected]
Only those applicants being considered for the position will be contacted to arrange an interview.
The School of Fine Arts requires a vocal Instructor for the 2024-2025 school year. SOFA offers weekly private music lessons for children and adults during and after the school day.
Required Experience: 2 years experience teaching voice
Required Education: ARCT or BMus
Other Requirements:
- have a sincere love for Jesus Christ evidenced by lifestyle, including regular attendance at weekly church services;
- give evidence of a strong commitment to Christian faith in belief and practice, and be in agreement with LCS’ Mission, Vision and Core Value statements;
- be willing to sign and adhere to the LCS Statement of Faith and Lifestyle Commitment and demonstrate confidentiality relating to all school issues.
Interested candidates should review the Statement of Faith / Community Lifestyle Commitment that follows this employment opportunity. Applicants are asked to forward a covering letter, a complete résumé, a personal statement of faith and a minimum of three references, one being from the applicant’s pastor or church leader.
Interested applicants can submit their résumé to the attention of: Rita Zurzolo at [email protected].
Closing date: When position filled
Job Summary:
The Sunday Experience Coordinator is responsible for overseeing all aspects of guest services on Sunday morning. The Sunday Experience Coordinator will lead a team of volunteers who will provide a welcoming environment for constituents and an effective integration strategy to ensure guests find a place to belong within this church family.
Time Requirements:
This position is a part-time equivalent position equal to 14 hours per week (hours negotiable). For this role, Sunday is considered a partial work day (8:00am-1:00pm).
Job Responsibilities:
- Sunday Morning Experience (75%)
- Lead the ongoing development of the Sunday morning in-person experience. Design all aspects of the guest experience (outside of the Sunday programming), from the moment our in-person congregation arrives on our property to when they depart.
- Serve as Host Manager for Host Teams on Sunday mornings and at special events, including Easter, Christmas, and other services
- Train, shepherd and encourage the leaders and members of our Host Teams.
- Ensure host team members have access to information required for Sunday mornings
- Manage the schedules for the host teams (sanctuary doors, campus doors, coffee, welcome centre, aisle hosts)
- Follow-Up (25%)
- Coordinate all aspects of our guest/visitor follow-up from the first point of contact to assimilation and integration. Communicating with other ministries when individuals identify an area they may be interested in serving and/or participating in, including connecting in small group communities
- Update the membership database with guest information and follow-up results
- Organize/coordinate volunteers to assist in follow-up initiatives
Qualifications:
- Good computer skills; familiar with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, database management systems, and cloud-based software solutions.
- Mature in faith walk, demonstrating sensitivity in all contacts with church members, volunteers, staff, and others
- A team player who is enthused about working with a wide diversity of people
- Able to work irregular hours occasionally
- An awareness and understanding of the general principles of voluntarism and the current trends and issues
- Demonstrated leadership abilities
- Resilient self-motivator who can plan and organize independently
- Ability to work well with a variety of people in various settings and group sizes
- Ability to present workshops, facilitate meetings and training sessions
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Ability to problem-solve effectively and meet deadlines
- Good listener, organized, flexible, open, honest and enthusiastic
Staff at Grant Memorial Baptist Church exemplify the following:
- Personal Faith and Lifestyle: A sincere love for the Lord evidenced by lifestyle and adherence to the Doctrinal Statement of Faith, Core Beliefs, and Lifestyle Commitment.
- Church Involvement: Regular attendance at weekly services and commitment to a small group.
- Financial Stewardship: Faithfulness in tithing and prioritizing joining the Grant Memorial Church Membership.
- Staff Engagement: Attend weekly staff prayer meetings and general staff meetings, and be available for other areas to support the successful ministry of the church.
- Interpersonal Skills and Evangelism: Ability to interact with others, demonstrate the values of GMBC, and share faith, scripture, and principles, praying with individuals and actively communicating a belief in the Lord Jesus Christ.
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by personnel assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
To apply:
Please send the following attachments to [email protected]:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- One pastoral reference
- Please use ‘Sunday Experience Coordinator’ in the subject line of the email.
Sunday Experience Job Description
Closing date: When the position is filled