Name
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First Name
Last Name
Phone Number
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Email Address
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Address
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City, State, Zip Code
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Position Applying For
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Where do you attend Church
Are you presently a member in good standing?
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No
How many years have you attended your current church?
Do you believe the Bible is the only inspired and infallible Word of God, our final authority in all matters of faith, truth, and conduct?
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No
Describe your routine for Bible study and prayer
What books have you read that have helped you spiritually?
Please provide your statement of faith
Do you support Hillcrest's Statement of Faith?
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Please carefully read our Statement of Faith and indicate your degree of support. (www.ffhillcrest.org/statement-of-faith)
I fully support the statement as written without mental reservations.
I support the statement except for the areas explained below. The exceptions represent either disagreements or items for which I have not yet formed an opinion or conviction.
Write exceptions to the Statement of Faith below.
What degrees do you hold?
High School or GED
AA
BA/BS
MA/MS
PhD/EdD
Please list the degrees you hold
List what type of degree, when you received the degree, and what institution issued the degree(s) you hold.
List any books or articles that you have read recently that have helped you grow professionally.
Business/School
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Position
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Date of Employment
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Address
Supervisors Name and Phone Number
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Reason for leaving
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2nd Business/School
Position
Date of Employment
Address
Supervisors Name and Phone Number
Reason for Leaving
3rd Business/School
Position
Date of Employment
Address
Supervisors Name and Phone Number
Reason for Leaving
Personal References
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List the name, phone number, and relationship of 3 people qualified to speak to your spiritual experience and Christian Service. List your current pastor first. Do not list relatives.
Professional References
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List the name, phone number, and relationship of 3 people qualified to speak to your professional training and experience. List your current or most recent supervisor/principal first.
INSTRUCTOR APPLICANTS ONLY
Please answer the following questions:
1. Why are you interested in teaching at Hillcrest Lutheran Academy?
2. Tell how you came to know Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior.
3. Describe your present relationship with the Lord and any other significant spiritual experiences.
4. What are your personal spiritual goals?
5. What are the most important aspects of teaching in a Christian school?
6. What does it mean to integrate the Word of God with what you are teaching?
7. How would you lead a child to a personal relationship with Jesus Christ?
8. Describe your philosophy of student discipline and some of the methods you use.
9. What do you consider to be the proper classroom atmosphere for learning?
10. What led you to pursue teaching?
If you have a state teaching certificate, what state is that license or credential from?
What type of certificate or license do you have, and when does it expire?
Are you holding, or have you already signed, a contract for next year with any other educational institution?
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Certification and Agreement
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Employment at Hillcrest Lutheran Academy Christian School is open to qualified individuals who are Christians of good character. Hillcrest Lutheran Academy Christian School does not discriminate in employment, or in the terms or conditions of employment, on the basis of race, sex, national or ethic origin, color, age, or disability. Hillcrest Lutheran Academy Christian School is a religious educational ministry, and such as, utilizes religion as an employment criteria. All prospective and current employees must agree with Hillcrest Lutheran Academy Christian School's mission statement, and they must be willing to conduct their lives in conformity with the school's statement of faith and the school's declaration and agreement to ethical and moral integrity, serving as a Christian role model.
I hereby certify that the facts set forth in this application process are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that falsification of any statement or a significant omission of fact may prevent me from being hired, or if hired, may subject me to immediate dismissal regardless of the time elapsed before discovery. If I am released under these circumstances. I further understand and agree that I will be paid and receive benefits only through the day of release.
I authorize Hillcrest Lutheran Academy to thoroughly interview the primary references which I have listed, any secondary references mentioned through interviews with primary references, or other individuals who know me and have knowledge regarding my testimony and work record. I also authorize the school to thoroughly investigate my work records and evaluations, my educational preparation, and other matters related to my suitability for the position.
I authorize references and my former employers to disclose to the school any and all employment records, performance reviews, letters, reports, and other information related to my life and employment, without giving me prior notice of such disclosure. In addition, I hereby release the school, my former employers, references, and all other parties from any and all claims, demands, or liabilities arising out of or in any way related to such investigation or disclosure. I waive the right to ever personally view any references given to the school.
Since I will be working with children, I understand that I must submit to a fingerprint check by the FBI and possibly other federal and state authorities. I agree to fully cooperate in providing and recording as many sets of my fingerprints as are necessary for such an investigation. I authorize the school to conduct a criminal records check. I understand and agree that any offer of employment that I may receive from the school is conditioned upon the receipt of background information, including criminal background information.
The school may refuse employment or terminate conditional employment if the school deems any background information unfavorable or that it could reflect adversely on the school or on me as a Christian role model.
I understand that this is only an application for employment and that no employment contract is being offered at this time.
I certify that I have carefully read and do understand the above statements.