Employment Opportunities for 2026-2027
OSA is a wonderful place to be! We are committed to a positive, collaborative, supportive, and compassionate working environment for both students and adults. We are also committed to providing an environment where people “look up” and engage in friendly conversation. We appreciate everyone involved with OSA for modeling healthy habits and showing a desire to be engaged, curious, and “tech-free” when with others.
Employment Priorities for 2026-2027:
- Math Assistant for academic support, leading MAYL study sessions (Math At Your Level), and training with our math team, 2-3 days a week (or 12-18 hrs/wk). An assistant position can become a lead math position in 2027-2028.
- Math intern (paid) for extra academic support during MAYL study sessions and or in class. (8-10 hrs/wk).
- English intern (paid) for extra academic support during ELA study sessions and or in class. (8-10 hrs/wk)
Details:
- Math candidates for an assistant position need to have experience tutoring, subbing, or teaching math at levels 6th-8th.
- We may consider math candidates with experience and creative teaching ability in science for more hours.
Specialist positions sought for educational support and subcontracted (1099) classes:
- Foreign Language (Spanish, ASL preferred)
- First aid, babysitting
- Computer programming
- Outdoor craft and skills
- Archery
- Sports
- Dance
- Choral/ singing
- Another cool idea that we hadn’t thought of…
Candidates for employment must:
- Have a clear TB test.
- Fingerprinting and DoJ clearance required.
- Be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination is required.
- Employment: All applicants must be at least 25 years old, with at least two years of college completed. Younger applicants (at least 21) may be considered for some positions, dependent on qualifications.
- Paid interns must be at least 21 years old. Younger applicants (at least 18) may be considered for some positions, dependent on qualifications.
- Have experience working with middle school-age children, preferably in a classroom setting.
- Have strong classroom management skills. Be able to lead with confidence, humor, and skill.
- Be strong in people skills (communication, kindness, professionalism).
- Be reliable with expected hours.
- Display excellent role modeling in alignment with our students’ Participant Agreement.
- Understand and adhere to our philosophy (please read BEFORE applying).
- NOTE: Our current campus is spread out. There are hills and stairs, and plenty of walking around outdoors. Main classrooms/ restrooms are ADA-compliant.
Days/times/rates:
- One Spark Academy is open Monday through Thursday, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM, and Fridays, 8:30- 1:00 PM. We are closed on holidays. Check our calendar online for Session start/end dates and holidays.
- Lunch is included M-Th if on site around that time.
- Hourly rates for employment depend on position and relative experience. The rate range for assistants and those being trained for lead positions is $22 – $30. (Any new employee comes on as an “assistant” and there is a training window for 3-6 months.)
- Paid internships start at $18/hr.
- Specialist positions (normally one 1.5 hr class per week) from independent contractors (1099) may be paid at a vendor’s professional rate.
- Benefits: Flexible scheduling, lunch included, and additional paid planning time as needed.
To apply:
Send a resume* and a letter of recommendation to Lori Peters. In your introductory email, be sure to share why you want to work with us, based on what you know about OSA, and what great ideas you have!
* A resume can be simple. Must include contact information, education, work experience, relevant skills, and at least two references.