Oakbrook is an Independent Christian school that values academic excellence, community, and character. Our mission statement outlines our school philosophy, “Built on a foundation of Christian Faith, Oakbrook educates students to be independent learners in a changing world.”
Our students are taught by teachers committed to providing a faith-based environment where students can grow and explore their passions in service, academics, athletics, and the arts. Our core values of academic excellence, creativity, character, community, and cultural diversity guide Oakbrook Preparatory School's vision to be one of our nation's premier preparatory schools.
Oakbrook Preparatory School is an independent, Christian school that seeks to employ well-qualified personnel who are committed to teaching and serving students from a biblical worldview. Persons interested in applying for either a faculty or staff position must support the Statement of Faith of the school. Oabrook is accredited through SCISA and AdvancEd.
Would you like to join us?
We encourage a steady flow of exceptionally qualified applicants to apply for future faculty positions in all subject areas: Bible, English, Fine Arts, World Languages, Mathematics, Social Studies, and Science. If you are interested in joining Oakbrook Preparatory School, please submit your resume so we can contact if we have an opening in the future.
Candidates must:
· Evidence enthusiasm for subject and for encouraging students to grow in knowledge and understanding of the subject.
· Supervise students in activities and circumstances at the School and at functions sponsored by the School, and
· Demonstrate a commitment to the well-being of all Oakbrook Preparatory students and to the best interests of the School as a whole.
Broad Responsibilities:
· Work with students to develop a love for learning, a sense of academic integrity, and a thoughtful work ethic.
· Appreciate and enjoy interacting with students and partnering with families in the student's academic development.
· Inspire a love of and appreciation for the subject in our students.
· Participate as an active and positive team member within the the Lower/Middle/Upper School faculty, and the School community as a whole.
Specific job responsibilities will be provided upon an interview.
The successful candidate will have:
· A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, with a degree or certification in the field.
· Two or more years of experience teaching is preferred.
· The ability to implement classroom management techniques that foster academic achievement, personal responsibility, intellect and individuality within students.
· A strong desire to work in a professional academic environment that strives to develop and deliver strong curriculum and instruction to meet the needs of our student body.
· Fluency in the use of technology in the classroom.
Personal attributes:
· Professional, organized, self-motivated, and punctual.
· Strong communication skills.
· The candidate will display strong interpersonal skills and a growing relationship with Christ.
Salary: Commensurate with experience.
Please fill out and send a copy of our Faculty Application and a resume to alicia.womick@oakbrookprep.org.
Questions?
If you're interested in a substitute position, please fill out Sub Application and contact Renee.Kimbrell@oakbrookprep.org.
All other inquiries can be directed to Kyle Boyles.
Oakbrook Preparatory Christian Foundation
Oakbrook Preparatory School’s Statement of Faith outlines its foundational characteristics. This document will serve as a foundation with which the ongoing development of the school will be aligned. All governing, instruction, and activities that are a part of Oakbrook are covered by this statement of faith.
Statement of Faith
Oakbrook Preparatory School is a non-denominational Christ-centered School. We seek to provide a high-quality education for students in a safe environment of Christian faith and belief, following the truth revealed in the Bible. In all grades and in all subjects taught, we believe God’s truth can and should be revealed. We also believe that a Christian worldview is an essential element of a student’s education, and we desire each graduate to have the understanding and tools needed to make Christlike decisions in the future.
We believe that God is sovereign and through the Bible as His word to us, he has revealed the truths that we follow and teach. We believe that the Bible has authority, and that it was delivered from God to us without error. It shows us that God has existed forever and is uniquely three persons in one, the Father, his son Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit. It reveals how mankind was created, how sin came into the world, and how that has negatively affected our relationship with God.
We believe that God sent Jesus Christ to earth to provide the way to restore this relationship. Jesus was fully God and fully man, born of a virgin mother and given the purpose to provide saving grace to us before God. Through Jesus' death on a cross He provided atonement to God for our sins, and through His resurrection. We believe He is the way to salvation and eternal life through the Holy Spirit and God’s grace.
We are intentionally non-denominational to focus on these Bible truths over church doctrine, and to build a diverse student and staff community so we all benefit. As a complement to family and church teaching, we want all students to understand the importance of this grace and come together striving to live through faith in God. We want faith, learning and service to inspire students to strive to live, learn, and behave in a way that reflects the values of Oakbrook Preparatory School.
The Christian Community of Staff, Teachers, and Leadership Roles
All employees and all those in leadership positions must align with the school’s statement of faith.
The Christian Community of Students and Parents:
As a non-denominational and non-covenant school, students and parents must acknowledge the statement of faith and accept that the intention of the school is to integrate faith and learning. In addition to a rigorous learning environment, each student will be introduced to and expected to participate in activities that promote an understanding of our statement of faith.
