Work with Us

Thank you for your interest in joining the faculty and staff of Shalom Christian Academy to develop lives of consequence in the world for the kingdom of God. Shalom Christian Academy is a PreK – 12 school with more than 600 students located in south central Pennsylvania.

We realize that the key to a successful Christian School is its staff. We are seeking applicants who are professionally qualified, who are willing to invest in the lives of students, and who, by the pattern of their lives, are Christian role models.

View our Statement of Faith here.

Mission Statement

To prepare each student for a life of consequence in the world for the kingdom of God.

Core Values

Servanthood
Community
Academics

Vision Statement

Developing lifelong learners who reflect Christ in their community.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR FACULTY

Bachelor’s degree or higher in education.
A current state and/or ACSI certification is helpful.
Necessary skills include the use of a Smartboard, iPad, and Google.
Alignment with Shalom Christian Academy’s mission and values. (Read our Statement of Faith)
Ability to work collaboratively with a community of teachers.
Effective communication skills with students, parents, and others.

PLEASE SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS FOR APPLICATION:

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Teacher Application (Includes salary information) or Staff Application
Unofficial transcripts (Only necessary for teaching positions)
DPTT Release Form
Act 24 Arrest/Conviction Form

Questions? Please call (717) 375-2223 or send us an email at Shalom@shalomca.com.

Employment Benefits

Benefits - Full Time

Employer sponsored:

Health Insurance (employee pays a portion of optional dependent coverage)
Life Insurance
403(b) Retirement Plan Shalom contributes:
- 1% of salary in years 2-4
- 2% of salary in years 5-6
- 3% of salary for years 7+
Paid Vacation, Personal and Sick Days
Professional Development (2 graduate courses/year in addition to other opportunities)
Generous tuition assistance for employees whose children attend Shalom
Messiah University Pathways Partner program provides discounts to Shalom employees and children of employees for certain classes offered through Messiah including specific online programs, master’s degree or graduate-level certificate programs as listed here
Discounts to Summer@Shalom summer camps

Benefits provided at Employee Expense:

Dental/Vision Insurance (for employee and family)
Health Savings Account
Short/Long-term Disability Insurance
AD&D Insurance

Benefits - Part Time

Employer Sponsored: (Prorated based on percent of time)

Paid Vacation, Personal, and Sick Days
Professional Development (2 graduate courses/year in addition to other opportunities)
Tuition Assistance for employees whose children attend Shalom
Messiah University Pathways Partner program provides discounts to Shalom employees and children of employees for certain classes offered through Messiah including specific online programs, master’s degree or graduate-level certificate programs as listed here
Discounts to Summer@Shalom summer camps

Benefits provided at Employee Expense:

Dental/Vision Insurance (for Employee and Family)
Life Insurance
403(b) Retirement Plan
Short/Long Term Disability
AD&D Insurance

Professional Development

National Conference (Mennonite Educators' Conference)
Workshops (Lincoln Intermediate Unit, guest professionals lead workshops hosted by Shalom, workshops in collaboration with local Christian schools)
Individual faculty members attend workshops and conferences that are specific to their content area
Shalom pays the equivalent of 2 graduate courses/year for those in pursuit of advanced degrees

For Employment Opportunities at Growing Tree Preschool, click here.

Employment Opportunities

Part Time Custodian

Substitute Teacher

Substitute Bus Driver

Middle School Girls Volleyball Coach

Track & Field: Throwing Coach

Track & Field: Sprints and Hurdles Coach

Summer Camp Instructor

Shalom Christian Academy is looking to hire summer camp instructors for the following Summer@Shalom 2026 camps:

Kingdom Quest Camp @ Joy EL
Bloom & Build Camp
Nature & Adventure Camp
Camp Bake & Make

We are excited to introduce NEW Summer Enrichment Camps at Shalom Christian Academy! If you are interested in serving as a camp instructor and/or have an idea for a summer camp you would like to lead, we would love to explore those ideas and work together to make them a reality.

For more information or to express interest, please contact Mrs. Lindsay Zubal at lzubal@shalomca.com.

Summer Youth Counselor

Applications are currently being accepted for these positions. Hard copies for teachers or substitutes should be mailed to Angie Petersheim, Shalom Christian Academy, 126 Social Island Road, Chambersburg, PA 17202. We will also accept scanned copies emailed to apetersheim@shalomca.com.

Click here to learn about employment opportunities at Growing Tree Preschool. Growing Tree is a ministry of Shalom Christian Academy and area churches. A tuition discount is available for Shalom Christian Academy.

More Than A Job, A Mission

Benefits of Working at Shalom

From the moment you choose Shalom, you are part of our community. Our culture is based on individuals who come together each school year to support, encourage, and energize one another. Within the school setting we provide opportunities for students to develop relationships with teachers and each other. Our community also results in lifelong friendships among classmates. Families form relationships that extend beyond the school. There is a sense of belonging as students learn together at Shalom.