Employment Overview
Hillcrest Christian School (HCS) is a non-profit, private co-educational, college preparatory school that spans services from infants through high school. HCS is accredited by both the Association of Christian Schools International and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. In operation since 1977, there are approximately 300 students making our student-to-teacher ratio one that is able to offer more focused attention for students as well as many opportunities for students to experience academic excellence and success, spiritual growth, and a caring environment. HCS intentionally strives to serve Christian families who are committed to a church body. Thousand Oaks is a suburb approximately 45 miles northwest of Los Angeles, California.
Employment Applications
If you are interested in employment at Hillcrest Christian School, please click on the appropriate application link to start the process. It is the policy and practice of HCS not to discriminate in the hiring of employees on the basis of an individual’s race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, disability, sex, or age.
Once all of the application documents have been received, your application packet will go through an initial screening process. If selected, you will be contacted to set up an appointment for an interview.
Once all of the application documents have been received, your application packet will go through an initial screening process. If selected, you will be contacted to set up an appointment for an interview.
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We Are Currently Seeking
Fully Qualified Preschool Teacher
Fully Qualified Infant Teacher
Fully Qualified Substitute Teacher
Extended Care Teacher
Athletic Coach Positions
Custodian / Maintenance
Fully Qualified Preschool Teacher
Fully Qualified Preschool Teacher:
Qualifications
Qualifications
- Should be caring, energetic, and have a passion for working with children
- Must be able to teach about Jesus
- Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
- Must have 12 core semester units in early childhood education/development OR 6 completed units of early childhood education and enrolled in at least 2-semester units at a college until fully qualified
- Must have 3 units in infant/toddler education/development
- Must have 6 months experience in a licensed childcare center or comparable group childcare program
- Must hold and maintain current CPR and First Aid certifications.
Fully Qualified Infant Teacher
Fully Qualified Infant Teacher:
Qualifications
Qualifications
- Should be caring, energetic, and have a passion for working with children
- Must be able to teach about Jesus
- Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
- Must have 12 core semester units in early childhood education/development OR 6 completed units of early childhood education and enrolled in at least 2-semester units at a college until fully qualified
- Must have 3 units in infant/toddler education/development
- Must have 6 months experience in a licensed childcare center or comparable group childcare program
- Must hold and maintain current CPR and First Aid certifications.
Fully Qualified Substitute Teacher
Fully Qualified Substitute Teacher:
We are currently looking for experienced substitute teachers who are committed to achieving excellence throughout our school. Ideal candidates should have a passion for working with children and are dedicated to providing the best education and care to students.
To be eligible for this position, applicants must possess the following:
We are currently looking for experienced substitute teachers who are committed to achieving excellence throughout our school. Ideal candidates should have a passion for working with children and are dedicated to providing the best education and care to students.
To be eligible for this position, applicants must possess the following:
- Personal relationship with Christ
- Commitment to Hillcrest Christian Schools’ mission, values, goals
- College Degree and/or Teaching Credential
- Demonstrated rapport with students
- 3 years or more experience of teaching in person, for any of the age groups listed below
- Possess a positive attitude; be patient, enthusiastic, motivated, self-directed, creative, adaptable, and focused
- Availability on an “on-call” basis. Elementary: Kindergarten-6th grade MS/HS: Grades 7 & 8 High School: Grades 9-12
Extended Care Teacher
Extended Care Teacher:
We are seeking Extended Care Teachers for school-aged child care to join our team for the 2022-2023 school year! This position will also include yard supervision during recess and lunch as well as aiding in classrooms. These individuals will plan and implement age-appropriate activities for children in grades K-8th.
The applicants must be available for various shifts during the hours of 7:00 am and 5:30 pm.
Job responsibilities include:
We are seeking Extended Care Teachers for school-aged child care to join our team for the 2022-2023 school year! This position will also include yard supervision during recess and lunch as well as aiding in classrooms. These individuals will plan and implement age-appropriate activities for children in grades K-8th.
The applicants must be available for various shifts during the hours of 7:00 am and 5:30 pm.
Job responsibilities include:
- Instruct children in activities designed to promote intellectual and creative growth
- Create and implement a fun and educational learning environment
- Develop schedules and routines to ensure adequate physical activity, rest, and playtime
- Establish and maintain positive relationships with students and parents
- Communicate with parents on students' growth and progress
- Comfortable with leading a group of children
- Must be able to teach a faith-based curriculum and disciple children
- Must be at least 18 and hold a high school diploma
Athletic Coach Positions
Head Boys' Varsity Coach
HCS is seeking a Head Boys' Varsity Coach for the 2023 Spring Volleyball season. This is an upstart program with players of varying levels but who love volleyball and want to learn. Interested individuals must possess high-level coaching skills and experience, specific sport knowledge, and personal high-level experience in playing the sport. The minimum experience required is two years of coaching at a high school level or higher. All coaches should commit to teaching, mentoring, and developing young athletes to excel in their sport and to be competent, responsible members of society. This role is also to develop the program through the Elementary and Middle School teams. All employees must personally embrace the mission and vision of Hillcrest Christian School. Each applicant should be willing to wholeheartedly support the athletic department's philosophy.
Spring Volleyball Season:
February - May potentially
Employment requirements for working with and driving school-age kids:
Job Type: Seasonal
Pay: $5000 Stipend
Job Type: Contract
Schedule:
HCS is seeking a Head Boys' Varsity Coach for the 2023 Spring Volleyball season. This is an upstart program with players of varying levels but who love volleyball and want to learn. Interested individuals must possess high-level coaching skills and experience, specific sport knowledge, and personal high-level experience in playing the sport. The minimum experience required is two years of coaching at a high school level or higher. All coaches should commit to teaching, mentoring, and developing young athletes to excel in their sport and to be competent, responsible members of society. This role is also to develop the program through the Elementary and Middle School teams. All employees must personally embrace the mission and vision of Hillcrest Christian School. Each applicant should be willing to wholeheartedly support the athletic department's philosophy.
Spring Volleyball Season:
February - May potentially
Employment requirements for working with and driving school-age kids:
- Valid Driver's License - must be over 21 years of age
- Current TB Test or Assessment
- Live Scan DOJ Background Check
- DMV Safe Driving Record
- CPR/First Aid (HCS will provide training course)
- Safe Driver's Training (HCS will provide training course)
- Concussion Training (HCS will provide training)
- Mandated Reporter Training (HCS will provide training)
Job Type: Seasonal
Pay: $5000 Stipend
Job Type: Contract
Schedule:
- After school
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Head Girls' Varsity Coach
HCS is seeking a Head Girls' Varsity Coach for the 2023 Spring Beach Volleyball season. This is a well-established and successful program that excels at training all levels of players. Interested individuals must possess high-level coaching skills and experience, specific sport knowledge, and personal high-level experience in playing the sport. The minimum experience required is two years of coaching at a high school level or higher. All coaches should commit to teaching, mentoring, and developing young athletes to excel in their sport and to be competent, responsible members of society. This role is also to develop the program through the Elementary and Middle School teams. All employees must personally embrace the mission and vision of Hillcrest Christian School. Each applicant should be willing to wholeheartedly support the athletic department's philosophy.
Spring Beach Volleyball Season:
February - April
Employment requirements for working with and driving school-age kids:
Job Type: Seasonal
Pay: $3000 Stipend
Job Type: Contract
Schedule:
HCS is seeking a Head Girls' Varsity Coach for the 2023 Spring Beach Volleyball season. This is a well-established and successful program that excels at training all levels of players. Interested individuals must possess high-level coaching skills and experience, specific sport knowledge, and personal high-level experience in playing the sport. The minimum experience required is two years of coaching at a high school level or higher. All coaches should commit to teaching, mentoring, and developing young athletes to excel in their sport and to be competent, responsible members of society. This role is also to develop the program through the Elementary and Middle School teams. All employees must personally embrace the mission and vision of Hillcrest Christian School. Each applicant should be willing to wholeheartedly support the athletic department's philosophy.
Spring Beach Volleyball Season:
February - April
Employment requirements for working with and driving school-age kids:
- Valid Driver's License - must be over 21years of age
- Current TB Test or Assessment
- Live Scan DOJ Background Check
- DMV Safe Driving Record
- CPR/First Aid (HCS will provide training course)
- Safe Driver's Training (HCS will provide training course)
- Concussion Training (HCS will provide training)
- Mandated Reporter Training (HCS will provide training)
Job Type: Seasonal
Pay: $3000 Stipend
Job Type: Contract
Schedule:
- After school
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Head Girls' Varsity Coach
HCS is seeking a Head Girls' Varsity Coach for the 2023 Fall Volleyball season. This is a well-established and successful program that excels at training all levels of players. Interested individuals must possess high-level coaching skills and experience, specific sport knowledge, and personal high-level experience in playing the sport. The minimum experience required is two years of coaching at a high school level or higher. All coaches should commit to teaching, mentoring, and developing young athletes to excel in their sport and to be competent, responsible members of society. This role is also to develop the program through the Elementary and Middle School teams. All employees must personally embrace the mission and vision of Hillcrest Christian School. Each applicant should be willing to wholeheartedly support the athletic department's philosophy.
Fall Volleyball Season:
July - November potentially
Employment requirements for working with and driving school-age kids:
Job Type: Seasonal
Pay: $5000 Stipend
Job Type: Contract
Schedule:
HCS is seeking a Head Girls' Varsity Coach for the 2023 Fall Volleyball season. This is a well-established and successful program that excels at training all levels of players. Interested individuals must possess high-level coaching skills and experience, specific sport knowledge, and personal high-level experience in playing the sport. The minimum experience required is two years of coaching at a high school level or higher. All coaches should commit to teaching, mentoring, and developing young athletes to excel in their sport and to be competent, responsible members of society. This role is also to develop the program through the Elementary and Middle School teams. All employees must personally embrace the mission and vision of Hillcrest Christian School. Each applicant should be willing to wholeheartedly support the athletic department's philosophy.
Fall Volleyball Season:
July - November potentially
Employment requirements for working with and driving school-age kids:
- Valid Driver's License - must be over 21years of age
- Current TB Test or Assessment
- Live Scan DOJ Background Check
- DMV Safe Driving Record
- CPR/First Aid (HCS will provide training course)
- Safe Driver's Training (HCS will provide training course)
- Concussion Training (HCS will provide training)
- Mandated Reporter Training (HCS will provide training)
Job Type: Seasonal
Pay: $5000 Stipend
Job Type: Contract
Schedule:
- After school
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Custodian / Maintenance
We are looking for someone who is hard-working, dedicated, reliable, and loves Jesus to join the HCS facilities team.
Job Responsibilities
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Job Responsibilities
- Cleans and disinfects a variety of facilities (e.g. classrooms, labs, offices, meeting rooms, kitchens, eating areas, play areas, hallways, walkways, stairways), including furniture, fixtures, equipment, flooring, walls, surfaces, and windows.
- Sweeps, scrubs, mops, washes, and polishes floors; vacuums rugs and carpets and spot cleans as necessary.
- Cleans and disinfects restrooms, including floors, walls, stalls, sinks, toilets, urinals, mirrors, and other restroom fixtures; polishes metal fixtures; maintains restroom supplies (e.g. paper towels, soap, toilet paper).
- Empties and cleans waste and recycling receptacles; picks up trash and debris; picks up trash and recycling containers and empties into large bins.
- Rearranges, moves, and sets up furniture and equipment in meeting rooms, classrooms, multi-purpose rooms, cafeterias, gymnasiums, theaters, athletic fields, and other facilities for special meetings, functions, and events according to instructions and seating arrangements.
- Secures and opens the site, including closing/opening and locking/unlocking internal and external entry and exit points (e.g. doors, gates, windows), turning lights off/on, raising and lowering flags, and setting alarms as required.
- Inspects and observes the site for safety, sanitary, and security concerns; resolves and reports concerns as appropriate; responds to emergency custodial needs as required.
- Participates in major cleaning projects such as carpet cleaning and floor stripping and refinishing.
- Performs minor non-technical maintenance and repair of buildings, furniture, and fixtures; refers complex and technical maintenance and repairs to appropriate personnel.
- Assists with special projects pertaining to maintenance and grounds.
- Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.
- Demonstrated proficiency in communicating with adults and children in a professional and respectful manner
- Ability to multi-task and manage/organize projects
- Ability to move heavy equipment and furniture
- Ability to be on feet for long periods of time
- Self-motivated and driven
- TB Test clearance & Department of Justice finger printing clearance – upon hire
- High school or equivalent (Required)
- Janitorial: 1 year (Required)
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
