Employment

Dayton Christian School is seeking a Dean of Students (K-4) for the 2026-2027 school year. The Dean of Students (K-4) at Dayton Christian School supports daily school operations with a focus on behavior, safety, and student well-being from a Christ-centered perspective. As part of the elementary leadership team, the Dean fosters a positive, biblically grounded school culture and collaborates with faculty, staff, and families to ensure consistent implementation of student policies in alignment with DCS’s values of Unity, Scripture, Excellence, and Service.

Essential Functions:

• The Dean of Students oversees student-facing operations to support a safe, positive, productive, and developmentally aligned learning environment
• Handbook Review & Implementation
• Student Support and Behavior Management
• School Operations & Safety
• Staff Collaboration & Professional Development
• Discipline Administration
• Benevolent Lunch Fund

Position Description

Employment Application

Dayton Christian School (DCS) is seeking an Athletic Director for the 2026/2027 academic year. Our Athletic Director will join our greatest asset, our team of faculty and staff, and become one of the reasons parents choose to educate at Dayton Christian School. It is our goal to hire an individual who feels a call to our mission and a commitment to further God's absolute truth. 

Warrior Position Description:

The Athletic Director is responsible for the development, initiation, management and administration of all Athletic programs, activities and allocation of resources. This includes programs, coaches and staff, administration and control of expenditures, fund raising, and the management of athletic facilities. The Athletic Director has primary responsibility for creating and offering programs that exemplify Dayton Christian School Statements of Philosophy, Mission, Vision, Values and Faith as well as present a standard of excellence within the community.

Athletic Director Job Description

Warrior Requirement Description:

Qualifications for our Athletic Director will include the following:

• Born again believer with an active personal relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ; demonstrated commitment to a Christ-centered lifestyle as outlined in the DCS Handbook.
• Commitment to upholding the school's values and mission and administrative policies and procedures.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Must demonstrate ability to carry tasks through to completion to achieve desired outcomes.
• Able to make decisions, work independently, and identify work priorities to focus on and tasks that require immediate attention. 
• Able to work closely with others – demonstrating flexibility, unity, teamwork, and sensitivity to the needs of others. 
• Applies the Matthew 18 principle and encourages the staff, students, and families to do the same. 
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of high school athletics
• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress while retaining a clear focus on the immediate needs of those we are privileged to serve.
• Serve as a role model for student athletes. Exercise responsible leadership at all times. Demonstrate responsibility, fair play, citizenship, respect and courtesy.
• Background check
• ODE Pupil Activity Permit (can be acquired after employment)
• Certifications (can be acquired after employment)

Warrior Mission:

Dayton Christian School inspires students to discover their God-given potential, become life-long learners, and stand on God’s absolute truth.

Employment Application

Dayton Christian School is seeking a High School Physical Science Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. This individual will foster a safe and engaging learning environment for all students. Teaching responsibilities include Physical Science, Physics, and AP Physics. 

On a weekly basis, the teacher will develop lesson plans along with organizing learning materials and resources as an essential part of the teaching environment designed to achieve crucial state-mandated standards for each student while adhering to all Dayton Christian School (DCS) standards and guidelines.  The teacher will also consistently communicate with parents and guardians regarding their student’s holistic progress throughout the school year. 

Essential Functions:

• Designing and integrating a teaching plan.
• Strong ability to integrate Christian faith into daily teaching.
• Consistently seeks ways to partner with families in developing a student’s academic, spiritual, behavioral, and emotional life.
• Demonstrates critical reasoning as a professional educator through communication and preparation.

Dayton Christian School seeks quality candidates who have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in the discipline they wish to teach. A bachelor’s degree or higher in education, a state teaching license, and teaching experience is preferred.

Dayton Christian School offers a competitive salary, great benefits, continuing education reimbursement program, and a great opportunity to share your faith with the next generation. 

Employment Application

Dayton Christian School is seeking a High School Biology Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. This individual will foster a safe and engaging learning environment for all students. Teaching responsibilities include biology, honors biology, and health.

On a weekly basis, the teacher will develop lesson plans along with organizing learning materials and resources as an essential part of the teaching environment designed to achieve crucial state-mandated standards for each student while adhering to all Dayton Christian School (DCS) standards and guidelines.  The teacher will also consistently communicate with parents and guardians regarding their student’s holistic progress throughout the school year. 

Essential Functions:

• Designing and integrating a teaching plan.
• Strong ability to integrate Christian faith into daily teaching.
• Consistently seeks ways to partner with families in developing a student’s academic, spiritual, behavioral, and emotional life.
• Demonstrates critical reasoning as a professional educator through communication and preparation.

Dayton Christian School seeks quality candidates who have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in the discipline they wish to teach. A bachelor’s degree or higher in education, a state teaching license, and teaching experience is preferred.

Dayton Christian School offers a competitive salary, great benefits, continuing education reimbursement program, and a great opportunity to share your faith with the next generation. 

Employment Application

Dayton Christian School is seeking a Middle School Science Teacher (7th/8th Grade) for the 2026-2027 school year. This individual fosters a safe and engaging learning environment for all students.  On a weekly basis, the teacher will develop lesson plans along with organizing learning materials and resources as an essential part of the teaching environment designed to achieve crucial state-mandated standards for each student while adhering to all Dayton Christian School (DCS) standards and guidelines.  The teacher will also consistently communicate with parents and guardians regarding their student’s holistic progress throughout the school year. 

Essential Functions:

• Designing and integrating a teaching plan.
• Strong ability to integrate Christian faith into daily teaching. 
• Consistently seeks ways to partner with families in developing a student’s academic, spiritual, behavioral, and emotional life.
• Demonstrates critical reasoning as a professional educator through communication and preparation.

Dayton Christian School seeks quality candidates who have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in the discipline they wish to teach. A bachelor’s degree or higher in education, a state teaching license, and teaching experience is preferred.

Dayton Christian School offers a competitive salary, great benefits, continuing education reimbursement program, and a great opportunity to share your faith with the next generation. 

Employment Application

Dayton Christian School is seeking a Middle School Teacher: 8th Grade Bible/ELA for the 2026-2027 school year. This individual fosters a safe and engaging learning environment for all students.  On a weekly basis, the teacher will develop lesson plans along with organizing learning materials and resources as an essential part of the teaching environment designed to achieve crucial state-mandated standards for each student while adhering to all Dayton Christian School (DCS) standards and guidelines.  The teacher will also consistently communicate with parents and guardians regarding their student’s holistic progress throughout the school year. 

Essential Functions:

• Designing and integrating a teaching plan.
• Strong ability to integrate Christian faith into daily teaching. 
• Consistently seeks ways to partner with families in developing a student’s academic, spiritual, behavioral, and emotional life.
• Demonstrates critical reasoning as a professional educator through communication and preparation.

Dayton Christian School seeks quality candidates who have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in the discipline they wish to teach. A bachelor’s degree or higher in education, a state teaching license, and teaching experience is preferred.

Dayton Christian School offers a competitive salary, great benefits, continuing education reimbursement program, and a great opportunity to share your faith with the next generation. 

Employment Application

Dayton Christian School is seeking an Elementary Teacher (Grades K-4) for the 2026-2027 school year. This individual should foster a safe and curious learning environment for all learners. Designing a lesson plan on a weekly basis, teaching alphabetic and numeric state standards, and organizing learning materials and resources are an essential part of the role. This individual will also need to consistently communicate with parents and guardians in regard to their child’s holistic progress throughout the school year. 

Essential Functions:

• Designing and integrating a teaching plan
• Delivering classroom instruction to students
• Strong ability to integrate a Christian faith into daily teaching
• Consistently seeks ways to partner with families in the development of a child’s academic, behavioral, faith, and emotional life
• Demonstrates critical reasoning as a professional educator through communication and preparation

Dayton Christian School seeks quality candidates who have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in the discipline they wish to teach. A bachelor’s degree or higher in education, a state teaching license, and teaching experience is preferred.

Dayton Christian School offers a competitive salary, great benefits, continuing education reimbursement program, and a great opportunity to share your faith with the next generation. 

All candidates of Dayton Christian School must submit to a fingerprint background check when given an offer of employment and renew the fingerprint check every five years while employed at DCS.

Employment Application

Dayton Christian School has an opening for an 4th Grade Educational Aide (Special Education Support) for the 2026-2027 School Year.

The Educational Aide position has been established for the purpose(s) of working with an individual and/or small groups of students under the supervision of a certificated teacher and/or Intervention Specialist in the supervision and instruction of special needs students in the general education classroom. The Educational Aide would assist the student(s) by modeling the necessary skills to perform assignments; follow educational and specific behavioral plans; and model appropriate behaviors and interactions with students and staff. The Educational Aide would assist the student(s) by adapting classroom materials and activities based on a student’s particular needs. They may develop worksheets that help the student better grasp lesson material, incorporate visual aids to support a student’s understanding of a lesson, or develop activities aimed at helping students successfully learn. Due to the varied and individual needs of each student, the Educational Aide may provide a variety of support and assistance and should be flexible in adjusting to the needs of the student. 

Essential Job Functions:

• Promotes good study habits and student independence for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcomes.
• Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the classroom teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives.  
• Communicates with teachers and other school personnel for the purpose of assisting in evaluating progress and/or implementing IEP objectives.  
• Implements under the supervision of assigned teacher and/or Intervention Specialist, instructional programs and lesson plans (e.g. reading, math, language comprehension, writing, computer, etc.) for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts. 
• Maintains classroom materials and work area for the purpose of ensuring availability of a safe learning environment and/or meeting mandated requirements.  
• Monitors individual and/or groups of students in a variety of settings (e.g. rest rooms, playgrounds, hallways, bus loading zones, cafeteria, assemblies, field trips, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment

Qualifications include being born again believer and having a valid Ohio paraprofessional aide certification. Applicants must possess specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent job related software applications; and basic mathematical skills (e.g. add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; compute rate, ratio, and percent, draw and interpret graphs, etc.). The Educational Aide must also possess specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include concepts of grammar and punctuation; reading fluency and comprehension; age-appropriate activities; and health and safety standards.

Employment Application

Educational Aide Job Description

Dayton Christian Preschool Extended Learning Teacher (2:00–6:00 PM | Monday–Friday)

Dayton Christian Preschool is seeking a nurturing, dependable, and creative Extended Learning Teacher to join our after-school team for the 2026–2027 school year. This position supports our 2.5–5-year-old students by providing a safe, structured, and Christ-centered environment at the end of the school day. This role is an excellent opportunity for a current college student pursuing Early Childhood Education who wants hands-on experience in the field.

Position Details

· Hours: Monday–Friday, 2:00–6:00 PM

· Age Group: Preschool students (2.5–5 years old)

· Schedule: Follows the DCPK academic calendar

Responsibilities

· Plan and lead daily educational and enrichment activities that promote creativity, social development, and age-appropriate learning

· Supervise indoor and outdoor play while ensuring student safety and well-being

· Build positive relationships with children and families

· Maintain a clean, organized learning environment

· Support Christian character development through modeling and gentle guidance

Qualifications

· Experience working with young children (preschool experience preferred)

· Strong communication and classroom-management skills

· A heart for Christian education and nurturing young learners

· Ability to create engaging, developmentally appropriate activities

· Ideal for students currently enrolled in Early Childhood Education or related fields

Employment Application

Dayton Christian School is seeking an Enrollment & Marketing Coordinator. The Enrollment & Marketing Coordinator supports the Chief Enrollment and Marketing Officer in advancing the school’s recruitment and retention goals through strategic communication, marketing support, and front-line engagement with prospective and current families. This role manages day-to-day social media efforts, assists with website and campus communications, supports admissions events and family onboarding, and serves as a primary point of contact for inquiring families.

The ideal candidate will have a degree or equivalent experience in marketing, communications, journalism, or public relations, and be a motivated self‑starter who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is eager to grow professionally while contributing to a culture of innovation and organizational growth.

Essential Job Functions:

Marketing & Communications Support

• Manage and execute the school’s K–12 social media presence, ensuring consistent messaging, timely content, and alignment with enrollment and marketing goals.
• Lead the school’s website presence by doing regular content audits and updates in collaboration with the Chief Enrollment and Marketing Officer.
• Assist with school-wide communications, including weekly newsletters, digital, print, and outdoor signage.
• Position the school as a thought-leader through effective public relations support.
• Help implement marketing initiatives that support student recruitment, retention, and brand visibility.
• Strengthen the school’s reputation by developing and executing strategies to improve ratings and visibility on school review platforms such as Niche.
• Manage the school’s marketing materials including swag and spirit items.

Admissions Support & Family Engagement

• Serve as a welcoming first point of contact for prospective families by answering phones, responding to inquiries, and directing families appropriately.
• Support the admissions team with events such as open houses, tours, shadow days, and recruitment activities.
• Assist with onboarding newly enrolled families by supporting communication, events, and relationship-building efforts.

Administrative & Collaborative Support

• Provide ongoing support to the Chief Enrollment and Marketing Officer in executing enrollment and retention strategies.
• Maintain accurate records related to inquiries and events as assigned.
• Collaborate with admissions, academic divisions, and other departments to ensure smooth communication and a positive family experience.

Full Position Description: Enrollment & Marketing Coordinator Job Description

Dayton Christian School offers a competitive salary, great benefits, continuing education reimbursement program, and a great opportunity to share your faith with the next generation. 

Employment Application

Dayton Christian School (DCS) is seeking a passionate, organized, and energetic volunteer to serve as our Robotics Director. The Robotics Director will oversee and grow the K-12 extracurricular robotics program. This position will lead the implementation and expansion of FIRST programs, including FIRST LEGO League Explore, FLL Challenge, and FIRST Tech Challenge. The director will manage robotics initiatives across elementary, middle, and high school levels, ensuring that all students have access to meaningful, hands-on STEM learning experiences.

Requirements include:

• Born-again believer with an active relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ. 
• Demonstrated passion for robotics, technology, and STEM education.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple teams and tasks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Prior experience with FIRST programs or robotics competitions preferred (but not required).
• Experience working with students and volunteers in an educational setting.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends during competition seasons.
• Background in STEM, education, coaching, or related fields preferred.

Position Description

DCS invites all qualified candidates to submit an application to serve in this capacity: Volunteer Application

Job Title: Varsity Boys Basketball: Head Coach

About Dayton Christian School:

Faculty, staff, and coaches are our greatest assets and one of the reasons parents choose to educate at Dayton Christian School. It’s our goal to hire individuals who feel a call to our mission and a commitment to further God’s absolute truth.

Warrior Position Description:

Our Athletic Coaches foster a safe and positive learning environment that builds the skill set and sense of teamwork needed to reach the God-given ability of each student-athlete under their supervision while simultaneously competing at a high level.  On a weekly basis, they develop and implement practice and game strategies essential to the athlete’s success while adhering to all Dayton Christian School and Ohio Athletic Association standards and guidelines.  Additionally, they consistently communicate with parents and guardians regarding their child’s holistic progress throughout the season. All of our Athletic Coaches possess the strong ability to integrate our shared Christian faith into daily practices and competitions. 

Qualifications: 

The ideal candidate would be a born-again believer that either played in high school or college looking to begin their coaching career. Must have a teacher disposition, enthusiastic, clear communicator who leads with passion. Applicants must also possess an active Ohio Coaching/Pupil Activity Permit before the beginning of each season they coach. 

Warrior Benefits:

• Opportunity to invest in the next generation by sharing the love and truth of Jesus Christ
• Represent the values of Dayton Christian School by competing with excellence during non-conference and inter-league competitions
• Interact with a broad range of student-athletes and their family
• Ability to participate in community service and outreach projects throughout the greater Dayton area
• Build into the lives of student-athletes the values and experiences that will have an eternal impact well into their adult years

Warrior Mission:

Dayton Christian School inspires students to discover their God-given potential, become life-long learners, and stand on God’s absolute truth.

How to Apply:

Employment Application

Job Title: Assistant Bowling Coach [Paid position for the high school coed bowling team]

About Dayton Christian School:

Faculty, staff, and coaches are our greatest assets and one of the reasons parents choose to educate at Dayton Christian School. It’s our goal to hire individuals who feel a call to our mission and a commitment to further God’s absolute truth.

Warrior Position Description:

Our Athletic Coaches foster a safe and positive learning environment that builds the skill set and sense of teamwork needed to reach the God-given ability of each student-athlete under their supervision while simultaneously competing at a high level.  On a weekly basis, they develop and implement practice and game strategies essential to the athlete’s success while adhering to all Dayton Christian School and Ohio Athletic Association standards and guidelines.  Additionally, they consistently communicate with parents and guardians regarding their child’s holistic progress throughout the season. All of our Athletic Coaches possess the strong ability to integrate our shared Christian faith into daily practices and competitions. 

Qualifications: 

The ideal candidate would be a born-again believer that either played in high school or college looking to begin their coaching career. Must have a teacher disposition, enthusiastic, clear communicator who leads with passion. Applicants must also possess an active Ohio Coaching/Pupil Activity Permit before the beginning of each season they coach. 

Warrior Benefits:

• Opportunity to invest in the next generation by sharing the love and truth of Jesus Christ
• Represent the values of Dayton Christian School by competing with excellence during non-conference and inter-league competitions
• Interact with a broad range of student-athletes and their family
• Ability to participate in community service and outreach projects throughout the greater Dayton area
• Build into the lives of student-athletes the values and experiences that will have an eternal impact well into their adult years

Warrior Mission:

Dayton Christian School inspires students to discover their God-given potential, become life-long learners, and stand on God’s absolute truth.

How to Apply:

Employment Application

Job Title: Assistant Golf Coach [Paid position for the high school coed golf team]

About Dayton Christian School:

Faculty, staff, and coaches are our greatest assets and one of the reasons parents choose to educate at Dayton Christian School. It’s our goal to hire individuals who feel a call to our mission and a commitment to further God’s absolute truth.

Warrior Position Description:

Our Athletic Coaches foster a safe and positive learning environment that builds the skill set and sense of teamwork needed to reach the God-given ability of each student-athlete under their supervision while simultaneously competing at a high level.  On a weekly basis, they develop and implement practice and game strategies essential to the athlete’s success while adhering to all Dayton Christian School and Ohio Athletic Association standards and guidelines.  Additionally, they consistently communicate with parents and guardians regarding their child’s holistic progress throughout the season. All of our Athletic Coaches possess the strong ability to integrate our shared Christian faith into daily practices and competitions. 

Qualifications: 

The ideal candidate would be a born-again believer that either played in high school or college looking to begin their coaching career. Must have a teacher disposition, enthusiastic, clear communicator who leads with passion. Applicants must also possess an active Ohio Coaching/Pupil Activity Permit before the beginning of each season they coach. 

Warrior Benefits:

• Opportunity to invest in the next generation by sharing the love and truth of Jesus Christ
• Represent the values of Dayton Christian School by competing with excellence during non-conference and inter-league competitions
• Interact with a broad range of student-athletes and their family
• Ability to participate in community service and outreach projects throughout the greater Dayton area
• Build into the lives of student-athletes the values and experiences that will have an eternal impact well into their adult years

Warrior Mission:

Dayton Christian School inspires students to discover their God-given potential, become life-long learners, and stand on God’s absolute truth.

How to Apply:

Employment Application

DCS has openings for Substitute Teachers.  We provide a Biblically-based curriculum and environment to instill the love of Christ and God’s Word. Our successful substitute teachers foster a safe and curious learning environment.   

Must be a born-again believer.  Substitute teachers will need to meet state requirements to obtain an ODE certificate.  (DCS will guide you through the certification process.)  Candidates with flexibility in substituting for various grade levels and subjects is highly encouraged!

Informational Video

DCS substitute compensation:

• $120 per day for short-term sub assignments
• $140 per day for long-term* substitute assignment   

*Long-term substitute assignments are defined as a continuous assignment that is anticipated to last at least ten school days.

To Apply:

If you sense God calling you to serve with us as a substitute teacher, we encourage you to submit a Dayton Christian Employment Application.

DCS has openings for Substitute Support Staff in the clinic, offices, and facilities.  Substitute Support Staff applicants must be born-again believers.  

DCS substitute compensation is based on role and department. 

To Apply:

If you sense God calling you to serve with us as Substitute Support Staff, we encourage you to submit a Dayton Christian Employment Application.

If you do not see an available position that you are looking for but sense God calling you to serve with us at Dayton Christian School, we welcome you to complete an employment application and we will contact you if a position matching your qualifications becomes available. These can be teaching, substitute teaching, administrative roles, coaching, paraprofessionals, custodial or maintenance.

Job Title: Athletic Coach

About Dayton Christian School:

Faculty, staff, and coaches are our greatest assets and one of the reasons parents choose to educate at Dayton Christian School. It’s our goal to hire individuals who feel a call to our mission and a commitment to further God’s absolute truth.

Warrior’s Future Opportunity:

Due to anticipated growth, Dayton Christian High School is preparing now for a few potential openings for additional Athletic Coaches.  

Warrior Position Description:

Our Athletic Coaches foster a safe and positive learning environment that builds the skill set and sense of teamwork needed to reach the God-given ability of each student-athlete under their supervision while simultaneously competing at a high level.  On a weekly basis, they develop and implement practice and game strategies essential to the athlete’s success while adhering to all Dayton Christian School and Ohio Athletic Association standards and guidelines.  Additionally, they consistently communicate with parents and guardians regarding their child’s holistic progress throughout the season. All of our Athletic Coaches possess the strong ability to integrate our shared Christian faith into daily practices and competitions. 

Qualifications include being a born-again believer and having prior coaching experience, preferably in their particular sport.  Applicants must also possess an active Ohio Coaching/Pupil Activity Permit before the beginning of each season they coach.

Warrior Benefits:

• Opportunity to invest in the next generation by sharing the love and truth of Jesus Christ
• Represent the values of Dayton Christian School by competing with excellence during non-conference and inter-league competitions
• Interact with a broad range of student-athletes and their family
• Ability to participate in community service and outreach projects throughout the greater Dayton area
• Build into the lives of student-athletes the values and experiences that will have an eternal impact well into their adult years

Warrior Mission:

Dayton Christian School inspires students to discover their God-given potential, become life-long learners, and stand on God’s absolute truth.

How to Apply:

If you sense God calling you to join the Warrior team, we encourage you to submit a Dayton Christian Employment Application.

Applicants must be born-again believers in Jesus Christ and agree with the positions of the following documents: (click on links to access the documents)

DCS Statement of Faith, Declaration of Moral and Ethical Integrity, Educational Philosophy, DCS Goals, Personal Attestation and the DC Position Papers

We will contact you when a coaching position matching your skills and sports specialty becomes available.