The Oaks Academy Inc·Indianapolis, Indiana
The instructional assistant supports the teacher in maintaining a safe, engaging learning environment and models habits that foster student growth in wisdom and character. They are responsible for facilitating student engagement with ideas and building strong, supportive relationships with students and families.
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.
Thank you for completing this application, the first step in our conversation about how you can be part of this exciting learning community, and where you can grow and thrive as an effective educator.
of Instructional Assistants 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
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.
Bachelor's degree preferred; teaching and classroom experience required; committed Christian who actively supports and embraces the Christ-centered mission, values, and culture of The Oaks Academy.
Market context
In Indiana, teaching assistant roles are often driven by school staffing needs and the need for dependable support in classrooms, after-school settings, and other child-focused environments. These positions can be competitive because employers look for energetic candidates who can meet state or accreditation requirements, work indoors or outdoors, and stay active with children. On this platform, the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time; before applying, confirm the exact education, experience, and activity expectations in the posting.