Ozark Adventist Academy (OAA) is a boarding academy committed to academic excellence, spiritual growth, and whole-person development.  Our faculty play a vital role not only in the classroom, but also in mentoring students and supporting a positive campus and dorm culture.  We are seeking a dynamic, spiritually committed social studies instructor for the ’26-’27 school year.   The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching social studies courses from a thoughtful, balanced perspective while actively supporting the mission of Adventist education.

Responsibilities

Instructional Duties:

• Teach high school social studies courses, including but not limited to world history, United States history, government, and economics
• Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that reflect a Biblical worldview and meet NAD curriculum standards
• Foster a classroom environment that promotes academic rigor, critical thinking, historical inquiry, creativity, and respect 
• Assess student learning and provide timely, constructive feedback
• Use MAP data to develop strategies that can be applied in the social studies curriculum that will expand students' academic growth
• Maintain accurate records for grades, attendance, and communication with students and parents

Campus Life & Supervision:

• Participate in school activities, including one evening of supervision per week, plus occasional weekend supervision
• Serve as a class or club sponsor, mentoring students through leadership development and supporting spiritual and social growth as they plan events
• Engage in school-wide events, assemblies, weeks of prayer, and special events

Professional & Spiritual Expectations:

• Uphold the mission and values of the Seventh-day Adventist Church and Ozark Adventist Academy
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to create a safe, respectful, and Christ-centered learning environment
• Demonstrate strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, communicating clearly and professionally with parents/guardians, colleagues, and administrators
• Attend and contribute to faculty meetings, committees, and ongoing professional development
• Serve as a spiritual role model and actively participate in worship services and campus ministry activities

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in History, Social Studies, Education, or a related field
• Denominational certification or the ability to obtain NAD teaching certification
• Committed member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in good standing

Preferred:

• Advanced degree and/or additional endorsements in history, social studies, or education
• Experience teaching at a boarding academy
• Prior experience teaching high school social studies, as well as dual-credit, college-level social studies courses
• Ability to speak and teach an additional language

All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. Position may be filled before the resume due date. To apply for this position, please send a cover letter and resume to Superintendent of Education, Tim Kripps, at tkripps@arklac.org.