PreK – 5th Grade Teaching Positions

St. Paul's is a growing school in the heart of Oklahoma's inner city. This school grew out of a wholistic community development model in order to see this city transformed by the gospel through quality education and healthcare. We are seeking mission-minded teachers who are excited about committing to a community for its longterm transformation. At St. Paul's we commit to train, support, and equip teachers to be excellent in their craft. Pay is competitive with other private schools in the area.

The following are key characteristics of a teacher at St. Paul's.

ST. PAUL’S TEACHERS LEAD AS CHRISTIANS

• Teachers must confess the Nicene Creed and be able to articulate a biblical worldview.
• Teachers should model Christian character, exhibiting humility and grace in leading the classroom. Model and instruct wisdom, virtue, and compassion, and repentance.
• Teachers will pray regularly, both in and out of the classroom, offering both self and students to Christ.

ST. PAUL’S TEACHERS BUILD PARTNERSHIPS WITH FAMILIES

• Teachers are expected to encourage parental involvement and feedback and communicate to parents by manner and word that he or she highly values the partnership between teachers and parents in teaching children. Emphasis should be placed on getting to know the families well, as well as letting them know what is happening in the class. The parents should feel welcome to visit and assist in the classroom.

ST. PAUL’S TEACHERS TEACH CLASSICALLY AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH OUR PHILOSOPHY

• Teachers are required to become familiar with classical content and methods and be willing to study and read in order to prepare to teach classically.
• Teachers should be thoroughly informed and knowledgeable about the subjects assigned to teach, and reflect interest in each subject, using mimetic instruction consistently and appropriately.

ST. PAUL’S TEACHERS THOUGHTFULLY CREATE AND MANAGE CLASSROOMS

• Teachers will create a joyful atmosphere in the classroom to help ensure a safe and hopeful place for individual student learning.
• Teachers will maintain a neat, organized, and stimulating classroom environment.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree and Teacher's Certificate.
• Teaching experience is preferred but not required.