Jr.K, 1st, 2nd Grade Teachers ’25-’26

Position Description

Coram Deo Academy is seeking elementary school instructors for the 2025-2026 school year, especially for Jr.-Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd Grades.

Our passion is to spread a love for what lasts to the next generation. We view education as formation and agree with Plato who said, “The purpose of education is to learn to love what is worth loving.” In Classical Christian education, we believe students develop a Christ-centered foundation through memorization, narration, and good habits.

Teaching candidates should embody our Core Virtues of agape (intentional shepherd), arete (skillful instructor) and fortitudo (partnering professional). In addition, they should be equipped to fulfill our Essential Expectations and the specifics of their teaching role with enthusiasm and excellence.

Why work at Coram Deo Academy?
– Competitive Salary, PTO, Benefits
– Zero tuition for faculty children, onsite music lessons/sports available
– Small class sizes (16-18)
– New teacher mentorship
– Established curriculum (fully accredited through ACCS)
– Supportive families
– Faculty-first administration
– Monthly professional development
– Highly collaborative environment
– Generous classroom expense budget

Ideal teaching candidates will also have:
– A bachelor’s or master’s degree in elementary education or a related field from a liberal arts college
– Experience teaching in the classical Christian educational model
– A demonstrated understanding of children and an ability to relate to them well as an authority figure and mentor
– A heart for proactively partnering with parents in their God-given role of training their children in the discipline and nurture of the Lord
– A community-mindset for participating in the life of the academy and in fellowship with co-workers and families
– Experience in phonics training (UFLI, Heggerty)

Why work at a Christian school?
– Christ is the center of our curriculum and culture.
– “Fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.” – Proverbs 1:7
– We grow together as Christians through daily worship and prayer.
– Students are known, loved, and challenged to reach their full potential in Christ.
– Habits of the heart guide our discipleship of students, not rewards-based discipline.

Why work in Carmel, IN?
– #1 Best Small City in America (2023)
– #1 Most Affordable Safe Suburb (2023)
– Solid, Bible-believing Churches in the area
– Award-winning Arts and Design District
– 27-mile Monon Trail to Indianapolis
– Variety of Nearby Apartments to CDA
– Award-winning City Library
– Coffee Shops, Outdoor Mall, Concerts

Please send a resume and cover letter to the Principal, Jason Barney, [email protected] to express interest in this position.

For more information on Coram Deo Academy, please visit our website at www.coramdeo-in.com.