The Oaks Academy Teacher Application

THE OAKS ACADEMY

EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION: Teacher applicants must be committed to classical and Christian education and hold a minimum of a bachelor's degree. Candidates with experience teaching in a classical, Christian environment are preferred. The Oaks Academy offers a competitive salary package and a wonderful teaching environment. The Oaks Academy is always seeking like-minded individuals whom the Lord is leading to our school community.
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Position Desired*

Full-TimePart-TimeEither
Preferred Grade Level*

Lower Grammar (K-3rd)Upper Grammar (4th-6th)
Check the three subjects you most prefer to teach.*

MathematicsPhilosophyLiteratureGrammar/CompositionPhonics/ReadingMusicScienceArtClassical LanguageBible/TheologyHistory
Christian Background:

The Oaks Academy aspires to be a thoroughly Christ-centered school. There is no higher qualification for teacher candidates than a substantial, evident Christian faith. Your answers in the following section will provide a starting point for future conversations about your faith.
Describe what it means to be a Christian and substantiate your faith in Jesus Christ. *
Do you believe the Bible to be the only inspired and infallible Word of God, the final authority in all matters of faith, trust, and conduct?*

YesNoYes, but with qualifications
What is your denominational preference?*
What is your local church affiliation?*
For how many years have you attended your current church?*
Are you presently a member in good standing?*

YesNo
How often are you involved in worship or other activities at your church?*

Less than once a weekOnce a weekMore than once a week
What Christian ministries have you participated in outside of teaching in a Christian school?*
Describe your personal Bible study and prayer life. *
What book(s) have you read recently that has/have helped you spiritually?*
Professional Qualifications:

In addition to being a committed Christian, qualified teacher candidates must possess the professional training, experience, and characteristics that qualify them to thrive in an excellent educational institution.

Please attach photocopies of all your post-secondary transcripts. Should you be offered a position, official copies of your transcripts must be provided to the school for inclusion in your personnel file.
List Undergraduate Degree(s), Date(s) Received, and Issuing Institutions. *
List any additional academic accomplishments, honors, or publications.*
To what degree are you familiar with various Christian, classical, or secular curricula? (Include specific examples.)*
List any other educational advantages that you have had including opportunities for travel. *
List books or articles that you have read in the past that have helped you to grow professionally. *
List any state teaching certificates, professional licenses, or classifications you currently hold. *
List any conferences or seminars in which you have participated or led in the past five years. *
Personal Philosophy Statements:

"As a man thinketh in his heart, so is he." The following section is intended both to communicate the immense value The Oaks Academy places on the various philosophical positions of teacher candidates and to guide further conversations. In one or two paragraphs, please fully address each of the questions below.
What is Christian education?*
Why do you wish to teach in a Christian school?*
What is classical education?*
Why do you wish to teach in a classical school?*
What are the main characteristics that distinguish a classical Christian school from a public school?*
What do you consider to be the proper classroom atmosphere for learning?*
What is your philosophy of discipline?*
What professional areas do you feel are your strengths? Weaknesses?*
Employment History/Personal References:
Please briefly outline your employment history for the past ten years beginning with your current or most recent employer and working backwards chronologically. *
Have you ever worked under a different name for any of the employers you have listed? If so, what was the name or names?*
Does your current employer know that you are exploring other employment options?*

YesNo
Have you already signed a contract for next year with any other educational institution?*

YesNo
Please list two references who are qualified to speak of your spiritual experience and Christian service and an additional two who are qualified to speak of your professional training and experience. Do not list family members or relatives. Please include a current phone number and email for each. *
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