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CTA TEACHER APPLICATION

We appreciate your interest in Cornerstone Tutorial Academy. Please complete the application and
email it to cornerstonetutorialacademy@gmail.com . If you qualify for an open position, an
interview will be scheduled and your references will be contacted. The quality of our teaching staff
is critical to the successful operation of CTA.
We are looking for teachers who are professionally qualified, love children, and who, by the
pattern of their lives, exemplify Christ. Thank you for your interest in CTA.
It is our prayer that God will fulfill His perfect will in the lives of all the CTA applicants.

Personal Information
Please list additional addresses where you have resided within the past 5 years:
Name_________________________________ Application Date____________
Address _________________________________________________________
E--mail Address __________________________________________________
Date of Birth_________ How long have you lived at this address? ________
Drivers License Number ______________ Home Phone ________________
Cell Phone_________________ Date you are available to start work _______

Professional Qualifications
University/College_________________________________
(City/State)_______________________________________
Degree_________________________________ Date Received_________________
Area(s) of Emphasis______________________ Cumulative GPA_______________
Major(s): _________________________________
Minor(s): _________________________________
Major(s): __________________________________

Minor(s): _________________________________
Major(s): ___________________________________
Minor(s): ___________________________________

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Teaching Experience
Name and Address of School ____________________________________
______________________________________________________________
Dates of Service___________________ Grade(s)________________
Name of Administrator_______________ Telephone Number___________

1.

Total years of teaching experience:

________Public School
_____ Private School
______ Private Christian School
______ Tutorial

2.
List subject areas that you have taught:
___________________________________________

3.

Check any of the following for which you have special training or experience:

Art________ Drama_______ Computer/Technology_______ Computer Game Design

____________ Gifted_______ Dance______ Band/Music________ Voice/Choir
___________ Science/Fair_______ Latin_______ Spanish_______
French_______ Logic_______ Athletic/Sports_____________(specify)
Other List __________________

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Teaching Preferences
1.

List grade level preferences (in order of preference)

_______________________________________________________________
2.
List subject areas that you are interested in teaching
_______________________________________________________________

Teaching Credentials
1. Do you have a valid state teaching certificate? __________
What state? ________At what level? _____________ Expiration Date: _______________
4.

Are you certified as a teacher with another organization? ______________

If so, which one? _____________________________________

At what level? ______________ Expiration Date: ________________

3. Do you have any Bible classes on your transcript?

No ____ Yes ________ List Classes. ___________________________

Personal Philosophy
On a separate paper, write a short essay about your personal philosophy on Christian
education.
Include the following:
Your reason for teaching in a Christian school
How to establish a proper atmosphere for learning
Classroom discipline strategy
Your strengths/weaknesses as a teacher
Any other additional pertinent information

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Personal References
Give three (3) references who can testify as to your Christian service and character.
List your current pastor first.
PERSONAL
Current Pastor Name____________________________________
Email ____________________ Phone ______________________
PERSONAL
Name_________________________________________________
Email_____________________ Phone______________________
PERSONAL
Name_________________________________________________
Email____________________ Phone_______________________
Professional References
Give three (3) references that are qualified to speak of your professional training and
experience. List your current or most recent principal or supervisor.
PROFESSIONAL
Current Pastor Name____________________________________
Email ____________________ Phone ______________________
PROFESSIONAL
Name_________________________________________________
Email_____________________ Phone______________________
PROFESSIONAL
Name_________________________________________________
Email____________________ Phone_______________________

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I hereby waive my right to have access reference evaluation forms, when completed, and
understand that this confidential recommendation is to be used only in consideration of
my application for employment at Cornerstone Tutorial Academy.
I also give my permission to the individual named in the document as a reference, to
release his or her personal information and opinions of me to Cornerstone Tutorial
Academy.
I hereby release, discharge, and hold harmless Cornerstone Tutorial Academy, its agents
or representatives, and the individual named in this document as a reference, from any
and all liability of every nature and kind arising out of the furnishing, inspection, and use
of such personal information and opinions.
Signature of Applicant __________________________ Date___________________

Christian Background, write a brief essay about your Christian experience.

______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________

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Employment History
Please start with your current or most recent employer and work backwards for the past
ten 10 years.
Employer ____________________________ Full Time ____ Part-time _________
From: _____________ to: ____________
Address _______________________________________________
Position_________________________ Phone _________________________
Responsibilities _______________________________
Supervisor ___________________________
Reason for leaving ____________________________________________
Employer ____________________________ Full Time ____ Part-time _________
From: _____________ to: ____________
Address _______________________________________________
Position_________________________ Phone _________________________
Responsibilities _______________________________
Supervisor ___________________________
Reason for leaving ____________________________________________

Employer ____________________________ Full Time ____ Part-time _________

From: _____________ to: ____________
Address _______________________________________________
Position_________________________ Phone _________________________
Responsibilities _______________________________
Supervisor ___________________________
Reason for leaving ____________________________________________

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Authorization to Release Information

I have made application for a position as a teacher/tutor with Cornerstone Tutorial
Academy. I have authorized the school to thoroughly interview the primary references
which I have listed, any secondary references mentioned through interviews with primary
references, or other individuals which 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 all other matters related to my
suitability for employment.
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 Cornerstone Tutorial Academy, my former employers,
references and all other parties from any such 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 reference given to Cornerstone Tutorial
Academy.
I agree that a photocopy or facsimile copy of this document and any signature shall be
considered for all purposes as the original signed release on file.
I certify that I have carefully read and do understand the above statements.
Applicant's Name (PRINT) ________________________________
Applicants Signature _______________________________ Date _____________

Applicants Certification and Agreement

I understand that Cornerstone Tutorial Academy does not discriminate in its employment
practices against any person because of race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender,
age or disability.
I hereby certify that the facts set forth in this initial application are true and complete to
the best of my knowledge. I understand that discovery of falsification of any statement or
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 that I will be paid and receive benefits
only through the day of release.
I authorize Cornerstone Tutorial 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
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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 job.
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 is 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 if it reflects adversely on the
school or on me as a Christian role model for the school and its students.
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.
Applicant's Signature _______________________________ Date ______________

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