Teaching applications for the 2026-2027school year are welcome!

About us:

  • An expanding student body of 360+ students from Kindergarten to Grade 12
  • A dedicated parent-run school community
  • Strong relationship with local Reformed churches (HRC, FRC, URC, ARP)
  • New facilities in a rural setting in south-western Ontario (Mount Elgin)
  • A unified, professional staff committed to a Christ-centered education

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WOODSHOP/INDUSTRIAL ARTS TEACHER – STARTING IN JANUARY 2027

In anticipation of a brand new Woodshop building to be completed early in 2027 and with a developing Industrial Arts program, the Oxford Reformed Christian School is seeking a dedicated Woodshop / Industrial Arts Teacher. The successful candidate will be passionate aboutequipping students with practical skills while cultivating a biblical worldview that recognizes Christ’s lordship over all of life—including theskilled trades. This position could be part-time (if limited to teaching specific woodshop courses), or it could be a full-time position (if theapplicant is flexible and willing to teach additional technology-related courses).

The Woodshop / Industrial Arts Teacher will instruct students in grades 7-12 in woodworking, design, and general industrial arts. This role includes fostering craftsmanship, safety, creativity, and stewardship, all within a distinctly Christian setting.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan and deliver engaging, hands-on lessons in woodworkingand industrial arts
  • Teach proper use of tools, machinery, and safety procedures
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workshop environment
  • Integrate Biblical principles into student interactionsand instruction
  • Ability to inspire creativity and problem-solving
  • Encourage diligence, precision, and integrity in student work
  • Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback
  • Collaborate with staff to support the school’s mission Ability to inspire creativity and problem-solving

Qualifications:

  • Agreement with the school’s mission statement and Reformed confessions
  • Experience and/or training in woodworking, carpentry, or industrial arts
  • Strong organizational skills; able to work independently
  • Able to nurture young people both in skill and character and manage aclassroom
  • Ability to integrate faith and learning in a meaningful way
  • First Aid/CPR and shop safety training preferred (or willingness to obtain)
  • Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with a variety of tools and equipment
  • Commitment to continuous personal and professional growth

Why Join Our School?

  • Christ-centered educational environment
  • Supportive staff and engaged parent community
  • Opportunity to shape students’ skills and faith forlifelong service
  • Brand new, well-equipped woodshop facilities

Application Process:
Interested candidates are invited to submit the following: Cover letter expressing your background and interest, Resume outlining educationand/or industrial arts experience, Statement of Faith, References. Please email complete applications to William Van Brugge, Principal(principal@orcschool.ca). Applications will be forwarded to the ORCS Human Resources Committee for review. Please apply before October 10, 2026.