CAREERS
Ovilla Christian School employs a small but mighty faculty of dedicated educators and an amazing staff, all united in Jesus Christ and passionate about the mission of the school. We are looking for like-minded believers to join us as we grow and break new ground in Christian education!
Ovilla Christian School will cultivate an environment in which followers of Christ may flourish as they become biblical thinkers, lifelong learners, and servant leaders. Founded in 1992 and accredited by ACSI and COGNIA, we serve infants through grade 12. Ovilla Christian School is a ministry of Ovilla Road Baptist Church.
In alignment with the school's mission, all employees have a responsibility to disciple students and actively engage in the OCS community in ways that promote student growth spiritually, academically, physically, socially, and relationally. Each must contribute intentionally and meaningfully to the stated mission of the school.
2-Day Early Education Teachers
We are hiring teachers for the Toddler and Preschool 2-Day Early Education classes (T/Th only), among other positions in 2-Day EE. The 2-Day program is on Tuesdays and Thursdays during the school year.
The Early Education program of Ovilla Christian School depends upon skilled Christian teachers with a love for children, learning, and Jesus. An effective Early Education teacher provides a stimulating, safe, and developmentally appropriate educational environment where children have the opportunity to develop cognitively, socially, emotionally, physically, and spiritually. He or she collaborates with supervisors and colleagues to develop lesson plans by which classes are conducted. The teacher may lead aides or assistants.
APPLY: Fill out and submit the Employment Application for Faculty.
High School Math Teacher
We are seeking a full-time high school teacher for Algebra I and Geometry.
In high school, Ovilla Christian will provide opportunities and guidance by challenging students in academics as well as athletics competition and the fine arts for learning, service, and leadership within a biblical framework to the glory of Jesus Christ. In alignment with the school's mission, all teachers have the responsibility to disciple students and actively engage in the OCS community in ways that promote student growth. This position requires:
A Bachelor’s degree with a focus on education, subject matter, or related discipline.
Three years of demonstrated, effective teaching experience.
The knowledge and skills to teach High School students with demonstrated expertise in the subject area(s) assigned.
The ability to provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed for the development of the whole adolescent—spiritually, intellectually, physically, emotionally, and socially.
The desire and competence to plan collaboratively with colleagues to develop units and implement instruction that is coherent, purposeful, and engaging.
APPLY: Fill out and submit the Employment Application for Faculty.
High School Science Teacher
We are seeking a teacher for high school science, with an emphasis on Physics. This position could be part-time or full-time.
In high school, Ovilla Christian will provide opportunities and guidance by challenging students in academics as well as athletics competition and the fine arts for learning, service, and leadership within a biblical framework to the glory of Jesus Christ. In alignment with the school's mission, all teachers have the responsibility to disciple students and actively engage in the OCS community in ways that promote student growth. This position requires:
A Bachelor’s degree with a focus on education, subject matter, or related discipline.
Three years of demonstrated, effective teaching experience.
The knowledge and skills to teach high school students with demonstrated expertise in the subject area(s) assigned.
The ability to provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed for the development of the whole adolescent—spiritually, intellectually, physically, emotionally, and socially.
The desire and competence to plan collaboratively with colleagues to develop units and implement instruction that is coherent, purposeful, and engaging.
APPLY: Fill out and submit the Employment Application for Faculty.
Coaching Positions
Ovilla Christian School (2A) in Ellis County is looking to fill the following positions.
Head Football Coach for the 2025-2026 school year. Could be combined with a teaching position to be full-time.
Head Volleyball Coach for the 2025-2026 school year. Could be combined with a teaching position to be full-time.
Athletics play an important role in the lives of many students while attending Ovilla Christian School. As Christian coaches and athletes, we desire to place Christ as the center of our focus both on and off the athletic field/court. We seek to have His attitude, His actions, and His mindset in every endeavor.
APPLY: Fill out the Employee Application for Faculty. Send your cover letter and resume to Jonathan Rogers, OCS Athletic Director, at jrogers@ovillachristianschool.org.
Bus Driver
We regularly transport students to events both during the school day and on evenings and weekends, and we need more qualified Christian drivers to serve the students with excellence. A driver must ensure the safe and orderly transportation of students to and from assigned destinations. A valid Texas commercial driver’s license (Class B) with Passenger and School Bus endorsements is required. Authorization to operate a vehicle with air brakes is preferred. The pay is $60/trip.
APPLY: Fill out and submit the Employment Application for Bus Driver.
Substitute Teacher
We are accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year.
We need Christian substitute teachers who love students and will facilitate the continuation of the OCS education program as smoothly and completely as possible in the absence of a regular teacher. A substitute must maintain effective classroom management strategies and calmly maintain professionalism as he or she follows the plans provided by the teacher, substitute coordinator, and/or administration.
APPLY: Fill out and submit the Employment Application for Support Staff.
Eagle Camp Staff
We need Eagle Camp Staff to provide diligent supervision for the children in their care.
The Eagle camp program is an extension of the Ovilla Christian School day. It is established to provide proper care and supervision Monday through Friday for students in PreK3 - Grade 8 before and after school. The program seeks to develop the character of Christ in each child through the role models provided by the staff, methods of supervision, and Biblical discipline. An atmosphere of security, love, and personal well being is provided as the staff attempts to minister to the whole child.
APPLY: Fill out and submit the Employment Application for Support Staff.
Employment Application for Support Staff
Employment Application for Faculty
Other Application Materials
Preferred: Download the appropriate application and other materials; fill out the text fields on a computer (using Acrobat or another PDF reader).
You may also print and use a pen.
Send completed materials as attachments to jobs@ovillachristianschool.org.
You may send us your resume and cover letter for additional positions that become available. Please direct inquiries to jobs@ovillachristianschool.org.