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Teach where it matters

We’re looking for gifted, faithful people who want to know every student by name. See our open roles below.

Classes of 15 or fewer

Actually teach. Know every student. Go home with energy left.

Ministry, not just a job

Pray with your students. Teach from a biblical worldview, openly.

Room to shape the school

We’re growing. Your ideas become programs.

Four-day week

Full-Time meets Monday–Thursday. Fridays are for planning, field trips and family.

Open roles · illustrative

Current openings

Lead Teacher, Grades K–2

Full-TimeFull-time · Mon–ThuDerby, KS

Build strong readers and confident young mathematicians in a multi-age classroom of 15 or fewer.

Role details

What you’ll do

  • Lead phonics, early math, Bible and hands-on science for a K–2 group
  • Keep a mastery portfolio for each student and share progress with parents
  • Pray with and for your students; model Christ-centered character

What we’re looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree (education preferred); Kansas license a plus
  • Experience with early literacy (Orton-Gillingham or Science of Reading familiarity is a bonus)
  • Agreement with our Statement of Faith and an active church home
Apply

Elective Teacher: Art & Creative Arts

Homeschool EnrichmentPart-time · ThursdaysDerby, KS

Teach two to three elective blocks each Thursday for homeschool students in grades K–12.

Role details

What you’ll do

  • Plan a semester of hands-on art projects by age group
  • Curate a spring showcase of student work
  • Partner with parents who homeschool the rest of the week

What we’re looking for

  • Background in art, design or art education
  • Patience and joy with mixed-age groups
  • Agreement with our Statement of Faith
Apply

Substitute Teacher Pool

Both tracksOn call · FlexibleDerby, KS

Step in when teachers are out. Great for retired teachers, college students and homeschool parents.

Role details

What you’ll do

  • Follow lesson plans left by the classroom teacher
  • Keep classrooms safe, kind and on task

What we’re looking for

  • At least 60 college credit hours or teaching experience
  • Reliable, flexible and warm with kids
Apply

Kitchen Assistant

Hot lunchPart-time · 10 am–1 pm, Mon–ThuDerby, KS

Help prepare and serve hot lunch for about 75 students and staff.

Role details

What you’ll do

  • Prep and serve meals from our four-week menu
  • Keep the kitchen clean and allergy-safe

What we’re looking for

  • Food handler card (or willingness to get one)
  • Cheerful with kids and comfortable on your feet
Apply
Hiring process

What to expect

Most hires take two to three weeks from application to offer. Every staff member completes a background check before working with students.

  1. Apply by email with a résumé and a short note
  2. Phone conversation with the director
  3. In-person interview and classroom visit
  4. Faith conversation and Statement of Faith review
  5. References and background check
  6. Welcome to the team!

Don’t see your role? Send your résumé anyway to info@OLADerby.com. We’re growing.

OneLearning Academy is a religious organization and may consider faith in hiring as permitted by law. Nondiscrimination policy.

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