School Profile
Okinawa Christian School International
School Overview
Okinawa Christian School was established in 1957 to provide Christ-centered education for the children of evangelical missionaries. OCSI currently serves over 580 students in our K-12 program.
Our classes are taught in English, and we use an American-style curriculum that addresses the whole person, is Biblically based, recognizes all truth is God’s truth, emphasizes sharing the Gospel and discipleship, and encourages Biblical thinking and living.
School History
Okinawa Christian School was established in 1957 as a school for the children of missionaries living in Okinawa. During the first year, Mrs. Esther Austin taught a class of 11 students in Mashiki, in Ginowan.
The school eventually moved into a more permanent facility on present-day Camp Lester (then called Camp Kuwae) consisting of two Quonset huts. Missionary parents who started the school were aware that many other parents desired a Christian, English-language education at an affordable price. Believing that every child deserved an opportunity to receive an education taught from a Biblical perspective, the missionaries decided to open the doors of the school to any child, regardless of religious affiliation.
Looking forward to the future, OCS purchased land on Hacksaw Ridge in Urasoe City, a site of fierce fighting during the Battle of Okinawa in WWII. By 1965 students moved into a new, larger school facility. This expansion led to OCS celebrating its first commencement when the graduating Class of 1969 received their diplomas.
By 1986, OCSI was looking to expand again. OCSI purchased the current Yomitan campus in 1996 and began classes in this new facility during the 1996-1997 school year.
Benefits
Moving Allowance
Full-time hires from outside Okinawa may be eligible for a one-time relocation reimbursement to help with housing or other approved moving costs.
Accommodation
On-campus housing may be provided, or assistance offered in finding off-campus accommodation for staff relocating to Okinawa.
Number of Contract Days
180 instructional days minimum and fewer than 200 teacher workdays.
Starting Salary Range
Modest salary and full benefits to include health insurance, pension, and a commuting allowance.
Flights/Transport
Flights for the employee and up to one dependent are covered by the school. A relocation allowance may be available for applicants hired from outside Okinawa.
Dependent Opportunities
Full-time positions include a tuition benefit for up to two dependent children.
Medical
Qualifying employees are enrolled in the Shigaku Kyousai (Private School Mutual Aid) health insurance and pension program.
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