Employment Opportunities

Odessa Christian School is a private, Jesus-focused school with the mission that each person who enters its doors will find a calling and change the world. We have a Classical focus and combine elements of Montessori with Socratic guiding, problem/project-based learning, public speaking, field learning (trips), and intentional (yet limited) use of technology. Underlying our method is an understanding and application of Biblical truth and a growth mindset, creating a lively learning environment that feels more like an experience than school.

 

At OCS, we utilize Montessori-influenced mixed-aged classrooms called studios (an elementary studio, a middle school studio, and a high school studio) with a self-paced learning design as opposed to individual grade levels. Our real-world-oriented projects and learning goals yield personal growth for each student through the practices of peer collaboration, problem-solving skills, application of feedback, and challenges from faculty to strive to never stop learning. Students demonstrate their learning through a combination of independent and collaborative projects and assignments, regular public exhibitions and presentations, while test scores and grades are seen as secondary (though present) indicators of success. In all areas of learning and life, our students are encouraged to seek the Lord first and to then walk in His ways, through perseverance and commitment, to maximize their learning.

 

All staff members of OCS are mature Christians with a love for teaching and learning, as well as a desire to serve God and students at Odessa Christian School. All employees are also fingerprinted and cleared through the State of Florida, Florida Educators’ Database, and the FBI.  In addition, classroom volunteers are screened through the FDLE and FBI.

Current Openings

Full and Part Time Teacher Positions:

Odessa Christian School is seeking a teacher-guide who is a born-again follower of Christ and agree with the OCS Statement of Faith, Conduct, and Ideology, and who possesses the following:

  • Joy in the Lord as a born-again believer with a pleasant, vibrant, inviting demeanor.
  • A love for learning (personally), and a desire to continually grow and improve.
  • An ability to create an engaging, intentional, and curiosity-inspiring learning environment with clear and consistent expectations.
  • An agreement with OCS purpose, mission, vision, and philosophy of education.
  • A love for and knowledge of God’s word that binds together all your other teaching.
  • American patriotism and a commitment to fully espousing the founding ideals of our nation.
  • Ability to help students build strong foundational skills to the point of mastery, and then, to seek to pass the responsibility for learning and the studio/classroom with you as the “coach” rather than the “sage on the stage.”

This could be the perfect position for you if:

  • You have been a project manager, tour guide, or homeschool co-op leader
  • You have Classical, Montessori, or non-traditional teaching experience
  • You have traditional teaching experience, but are disenchanted with “the norm” and believe there is a better and more enjoyable way for children to learn
  • You have other experience and knowledge that has prepared you for this position

We seek personable people with drive, passion, initiative, collaboration skills, and a strong work ethic.

 

Further details:

 

You will teach/guide approximately 15-20 learners toward independence in a similar-aged peer group (K-1, 2-5, 6-8, or 9-12). You will be provided the tools for facilitating the development of a classroom-studio culture of hard work, high standards, warmth, and joy. We are passionate about helping our students learn to pursue what is good, beautiful, and true, passing on what truly matters to the current, and next generations. 

 

Montessori experience is a plus, but not required.

 

We are seeking to fill both full-time (7:30 am – 3:35 pm) and part-time (20 hours per week with a set schedule to be determined) positions for the 2025-2026 school year; ability to start in January (or sooner) of the 2024-2025 school year for on-the-job training is preferred. Pay is commensurate with experience and qualifications; full-time positions are salaried, while part-time positions are typically an hourly wage.

 

Next steps: Please read through and explore our website, then conduct some of your own research on the following resources, which are required reading for all hires:

  1. Courage to Grow by Laura Sandefer
  2. Christlike Parenting by Glenn Latham
  3. Turning Point Academy website: https://www.turningpointacademy.com/ in which you can become familiar with some essential components of our educational goals.

To apply, complete the OCS Stage 1 Application, which consists of several sections, including personal information, free-response and multiple-choice questions, and an uploads section which will ask for your resume and a brief self-created video (required). Have fun with it!

 

Thank you for your interest! We are praying for our new additions to our close-knit team of educators!

 

Substitute Teacher Position:

This teacher is responsible for being on call to substitute in a variety of classes and grade levels at OCS. If at all possible, this person will be contacted in advance (for planned teacher absences), however, many sub calls are last minute as a result of unplanned absence. 

 

Requirements are as follows:

  • Faith: Demonstrate and possess a genuine, contagious faith in the Lord Jesus Christ
  • Minimum education type: Bachelor's degree preferred, however, applicants with a lesser degree may be considered for a substitute position
  • Experience: Substitute teaching, teaching, coaching, or group ministry experience is preferred, but not required. 
  • Character traits: Joyfulness, perseverance, grit, integrity, desire to continually grow. 
  • Overall: Be ENTHUSIASTIC and LOVE teaching! Teaching at OCS also requires a love of people in general, and that one be willing to take class outside and explore creation all around us on a regular basis.

Compensation: $125 full day, $16/hour for partial day


TO APPLY:
Complete the brief Odessa Christian Odessa Christian School Stage 1 Application.

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