Thank you for your interest in possible Future Opportunities at Ocala Preparatory Academy, a subsidiary company of OASN. We are always looking to connect with dedicated educators who share our passion for Holistic Christian education.
We have created this job application to develop a network of qualified educational professionals for future job openings. While there may not be an immediate opening at this time, however, we review applications regularly and reach out to candidates as positions become available.
Please ensure that you meet the minimum requirements for future job openings as we do not respond to candidates that do not meet our minimum education and/or work experience (even if a position does become available), as highlighted in the positions below:
Roles may include:
Teacher All subjects for the following classrooms: Kindergarten-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th. Must have 3 years K-8 teaching experience in the classroom you are interested in teaching plus a bachelor's degree (preferrably in education).
Addditional Supports Classroom Teacher (grades 4th-12th grade-must have ESE experience): Must have 3 years teaching experience in the classroom you are interested in teaching plus a bachelor's degree (preferrably in education).
Paraprofessional Must have at minimum 2 years of paraprofessional experience in a K-12 school (at our discretion, similar related experience) or 45 college credits (at our discretion).
Flex Paraprofessional Must have at minimum 2 years of paraprofessional experience in a K-12 school (at our discretion, similar related experience) or 45 college credits (at our discretion) and 2 years in a public/private front office (enrollment, answering phones, filing, etc).
Substitute Teacher Must have K-12 teaching experience, K-12 substitute teaching experience or K-12 paraprofessional experience.
ELA High School Teacher Must have 3 years teaching experience in high school ELA (and related subjects) plus a bachelor's degree (preferrably in Education).
Math and Science High School Teacher Must have 3 years teaching experience in high school Math and Science (and related subjects) plus a bachelor's degree (preferrably in Math).
Lead Teacher Must have 8 years teaching experience in high school ELA (and related subjects) plus a bachelor's degree (preferrably in Education). This position serves as both an instructional leader and role model within a faith-based (Christian), non-profit educational organization, integrating academic excellence with spiritual growth. The Lead Teacher is responsible for fostering a nurturing, disciplined, and engaging learning environment that reflects the mission and principles. This position teaches for part of the instructional day.
We seek professionals who:
•Demonstrate a strong commitment to Christian Holistic K-12 Education.
•Exhibit warmth, patience, and has the ability to differentiate instruction.
•Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues.
•Collaborate with peers to create a supportive and engaging learning environments.
•Participate in trainings regularly to support student success.
•Will pray with their students at the beginning of each day and before meals.
•Feel led by God to work for a small school/non profit organization (no more than 70 students) noting that what OASN offers is different that what public schools and most private schools offer.
•Are able to successfully pass a Level 2 background screening and meet all Florida Department of Education requirements.
Why Join OASN and it's subsidiary company, Ocala Preparatory Academy: We are a mission-driven, supportive community of Christian educators and professionals that prays together daily. We offer holistic, hands on and misc. ongoing educational trainings to our teaching staff. Early release days are offered once a month on Fridays as part of commitment to work/life balance. We do not require certification but welcome certified educators. We currently offer a monthly Wellness Stipend for full time ($300.00 per month) and part time employees ($60.00 per month) and paid time off during breaks and holidays after the 90 day introductory period.
OASN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace environment that encourages growth and respect for all current and prospective team members based upon job-related factors such as their educational background, work experience, and ability to perform the essential functions of a particular job. It is the policy and practice of OASN to prohibit any form of discrimination or harassment based on any status protected under federal, state, or local laws which are applicable to the organization. As a religious organization, OASN is guided by our mission statement which includes being lead by faith and hope to impact our community in a positive way. We believe that our continued success depends upon our ability to maintain a leadership role in the attraction, development, and retention of a highly competent workforce. Our management is guided by ethical standards that comply with legal requirements. These standards will be implemented on an affirmative basis to ensure that equality of opportunity is afforded to all applicants and team members. This is not an offer of employment.
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A final reminder: Please ensure that you meet the minimum requirements for future job openings as we do not respond to candidates that do not meet our minimum education and/or work experience even if a job opening becomes available. Thank you for your interest in OASN and it's subsidiary company, Ocala Preparatory Academy. Many blessings.