Oak Hill Academy

Oak Hill Academy is an independent day school in Lincroft, New Jersey, serving about 400 students in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. The school is nonsectarian and coeducational, with accreditation from the Middle States Association and membership in the New Jersey Association of Independent Schools. Faculty here teach in a secular, inclusive setting without religious obligations or chapel duties.

The language program is Oak Hill Academy's defining feature. French, Latin, and Spanish run as core threads from pre-K through eighth grade—not electives. Language teachers work with the same students across multiple years, building real fluency instead of restarting with new rosters each fall. This continuity is uncommon in day schools and creates steady demand for skilled language specialists who can teach across age groups.

Day school teaching offers a different rhythm than boarding roles. School hours end in the afternoon. There are no dorm duties, evening supervision, or weekend residential expectations. Teachers leave campus each day and manage their own time. For educators who want rigorous independent school work without intensive residential demands, this structure provides professional challenge and personal boundaries.

Oak Hill Academy maintains strong finances with net assets above $13 million and recent accreditation in 2018. The school hires year-round for classroom teachers, language specialists, reading support staff, and administrative roles across all grade levels. The largest hiring window opens before September, but openings appear throughout the year as enrollment and staffing needs shift.

Compensation packages include salary, health benefits, and retirement contributions tied to the school's financial stability. New Jersey location and day-school structure mean lower commute costs for many candidates in the region.