EMPLOYMENT

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The Ambrose School does not require state certification for teachers. We have found that our form of education works best when we seek those who share our values and have a natural teaching ability.

In Grammar School, we seek the following:

  • Classroom experience
  • A passion for classical Christian education
  • A love of children
  • Organizational skills and aptitude for managing a classroom
  • A personal love of learning

In our Upper School, we seek the following:

  • Experience with or a passion for Classical Christian Education.
  • A contagious love of learning.
  • A demonstrated love of books, particularly The Great Books.
  • Subject-matter expertise.
  • A background from a classical Christian or Great Books school.
  • Applicants must have a strong Christian testimony and be committed to the classical Christian vision. Applicants must demonstrate strong classroom aptitude and/or have excellent teaching references. Teacher certification not required. Teaching experience highly desirable.

As a rule, we always accept applications for Grammar School Teachers, particularly Upper-Grammar School, and Secondary Humanities Teachers. We are always seeking teachers with classical Christian backgrounds who desire to be part of our community of learners.

Our teachers must be committed, orthodox protestant Christians with a living faith in Jesus Christ.


Open positions

To apply for a position listed below, please complete the following requirements and send all documents to personnel@theambroseschool.org.

         Substitute Teacher Application

  • Resume or Curriculum Vitae
  • A cover letter that details your experience with classical Christian education, and your faith story – how you came to know the Lord and how you are growing in your spiritual life.
  • Complete a written response to Dorothy Sayer’s essay the “Lost Tools of Learning” (Teacher Candidates Only).
    Lost Tools Of Learning Essay-Dorothy Sayers

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Athletic Director:We are seeking an Athletic Director for the 2025-2026 academic year to oversee all aspects of our athletics program. The Athletic Director is responsible for coordinating and managing all Ambrose athletic programs and ensuring that our programs are in line with our values of Christian honor, self-sacrifice, endurance and diligence. The Athletic Director supports the tone and ethos of the athletic program to encourage students to learn self-sacrifice, perseverance and responsibility through competitive athletics. The Athletic Director is required to maintain a culture of sports that is in line with and complementary to the school’s overall culture and ensure that the priority of our coaches, players and families keep sports in perspective. The ideal candidate has a desire to see student athletes grow in their skill level as well as their faith in the Lord. The successful candidate has strong leadership skills, is organized, detail-oriented and able to coordinate multiple schedules and activities, maintain athletic budgets, recruit coaches, and ensure compliance with IHSAA regulations. Please detail your experience and your faith story in your cover letter.

Bridge Campus Grammar School Intern:We are expanding our Bridge program and are seeking a part-time grammar school teacher intern for the 2025-2026 academic year.  The teacher intern will work alongside our grammar school teachers learning how to serve as a teacher within a hybrid educational model. Our Bridge campus meets daily at the Vineyard Church in Garden City and runs on a hybrid model including both in-person classes and at home learning. We look for teachers who inspire students to love rather than just know, who seek to know God more fully, and who desire to become part of our community. Please detail your experience and your faith story in your cover letter. Â

Bridge Campus Office Receptionist:ÂWe are seeking a part-time office receptionist for the 2025-2026 academic year for our Bridge campus. Our Bridge campus meets at the Vineyard Church in Garden City and runs on a hybrid model including both in-person and at home learning. General responsibilities include; greeting and welcoming office visitors, answering in-coming calls, maintaining a professional office environment, assisting parents with questions and concerns and caring for the immediate needs of students. Ideal candidates will have a warm and welcoming demeanor and ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality. The hours for this position are 7:30 am – 3:30 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Please detail your experience and your faith story in your cover letter. Â

Locust Grove Campus Admissions Director:We are seeking a part-time Admissions Director to serve our Locust Grove and North Campuses. The Admissions Director oversees all admissions activities and is the first point of contact for potential families. Key responsibilities include; managing inquiries and applications, scheduling & conducting tours, meeting with prospective parents, scheduling and participating in parent interviews, scheduling student assessments and shadow days when appropriate, onboarding new families, working with marketing for recruitment of new families. This is a year-round position, working approximately 20-25 hours per week, with some additional hours required during peak admissions season. Ideal candidates will have strong attention to detail, great organization and communication skills, an ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism, and a warm and welcoming demeanor. Preference will be given to individuals with experience and knowledge of classical, Christian education.Please include a cover letter that details how your Christian faith impacts your daily life, and how your education and past experience could be a contribution to our school.

Locust Grove Campus Upper School Math Instructor:We are seeking an Upper School Math Instructor for the 2025-2026 academic year. Qualified candidates will possess an undergraduate (or higher) degree in math, science or in an area that indicates a commitment to classical pedagogy and a minimum of two years teaching experience.  Candidates should have a passion for math instruction that is baptized in classical, embodied methods. We look for teachers who inspire students to love rather than just know, who seek to know God more fully, and who desire to become part of our community. Please include a cover letter that details how your Christian faith impacts your daily life and how your past experience could be utilized at our school.

North Campus Pre-K Instructor:ÂWe are seeking a Pre-K teacher for the 2025-2026 academic year for our North campus. The Pre-K class meets three mornings a week from 8:00 am – 11:30 am, for a total of 12 hours of instructional time. The ideal candidate will have an undergraduate degree or related experience, familiarity with classical Christian education, a cheerful disposition and experience working with young children. Our North Campus meets at Foothills Christian Church located in Garden City.  We look for teachers who inspire students to love rather than just know, who seek to know God more fully and who desire to become part of our community. Please include a cover letter that details how your Christian faith impacts your daily life.Â

North Campus Latin Instructor: We are seeking a part-time Latin instructor for the 2025-2026 academic year for our North Campus. Qualified candidates will possess an undergraduate degree and have a minimum of two years teaching experience. Our Latin instruction begins in third grade with Picta Dicta in the grammar school and transitions to Lingua Latina in the upper school. Our North Campus meets daily at Foothills Christian Church in Garden City. We look for teachers who inspire students to love rather than just know, who seek to know God more fully and who desire to become part of our community. Please include a cover letter that details how your Christian faith impacts your daily life and how your past experience could be utilized at our school.

Substitute Teachers:We are always looking to add substitute teachers to our substitute list for all three of our campuses. Please complete the substitute application and  include a cover letter that details how your Christian faith impacts your daily life.

The Ambrose School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its admissions, scholarships, hiring, or other school-directed policies.