Overview

As a LifeWise Teacher, you will demonstrate in-depth Bible knowledge and outstanding teaching abilities. Our ideal candidate is an active church member with excellent communication and interpersonal skills who is caring, perceptive, and proficient in teaching children.

Qualifications and Experience

Job Description

• Teach LifeWise Classes
  • Implement the LifeWise curriculum in the classroom
  • Invest in building relationships with students and praying for them regularly
  • Create and maintain a safe, organized, and stimulating classroom environment through various teaching techniques and discipline that is redemptive in nature
• Maintain Records
  • Take attendance in each class and provide attendance records to LifeWise Program Director and/or school officials as needed
  • Maintain accurate class rosters including health concerns and special needs of students as noted on parent permission slips
  • Prepare adequate information and materials for a substitute teacher
• Maintain the Classroom
  • Maintain a clean, attractive, and well-ordered classroom
  • Know procedures for dealing with emergency situations
  • Purchase classroom supplies as needed using funds provided by Program Director
• Communicate
  • Act as a LifeWise Academy ambassador within the community
  • Attend annual school open house and other outreach events as available
  • Maintain ongoing dialogue with school personnel to stay apprised of class schedule changes and ensure student well-being
  • Build relationships with volunteers and keep them apprised of schedule changes
  • Submit regular updates, stories, and photos to Program Director
• Other Duties
  • Complete the LifeWise Teacher Certification
  • Participate in the annual LifeWise Summit
  • Attend virtual monthly LifeWise Teacher's Lounge meetings
  • Help with fundraising events as needed

Benefits

• Retirement plan, including employer match