5th Grade Instructional Assistant

The Oaks Academy, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Tuition discount

PTO and health benefits

Paid Sabbatical after 7 years

Collaborative environment

Job summary

A local educational institution in Indianapolis seeks passionate educators to foster a Christ-centered learning environment. The role focuses on nurturing students, engaging them through wisdom and compassion, and knowing each student personally. Applicants are expected to have a Bachelor’s degree and teaching experience. The position offers a competitive salary, tuition discount for enrolled children, PTO, health benefits, and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Teaching and classroom experience required.
• Devout Christian associated with a Christ-centered community.

Responsibilities

• Model and teach habits that help students grow in wisdom.
• Support teacher in maintaining a safe learning environment.
• Help students thrive as they develop relationships.
• Know and love each student and family.
• Facilitate student engagement with ideas.
• Participate in ongoing professional learning.

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

The Oaks Academy is a place where educators rediscover their love for the classroom, students thrive in a Christ‑centered community, and people with diverse backgrounds come together in a shared pursuit of learning and growth.

At The Oaks, the holistic development of each child is supported through a rich, classical curriculum in an environment where they are known and loved. Passionate educators who align with the Oak’s mission play a vital role in shaping both the hearts and minds of young learners.

Responsibilities

• Model and teach habits that help students grow in wisdom, compassion, and Christ‑like maturity
• Support teacher in maintaining a safe and engaging learning environment to help students develop a lifelong love of learning
• Help students thrive as they develop strong relationships with God, others, ideas, and the world
• Know and love each student and family to promote their continued growth and development
• Facilitate student engagement with ideas and develop principled, critical thinking
• Participate in meaningful, ongoing professional learning

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Tuition discount (for your enrolled children)
• Before and aftercare, clubs, and sports discounts (for your enrolled children)
• PTO and health benefits (medical with HSA option, dental, vision)
• Paid Sabbatical after 7 years of full‑time teaching
• Highly collaborative environment with partner teachers
• A environment where relationships come first

Learn more about The Oaks Academy at www.theoaksacademy.org. Please note that applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. The Oaks Academy is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred; teaching and classroom experience required; devout Christian who is a member of, associated with, or seeking to be associated with, a Christ‑centered community of faith or a church