Elementary Teacher

Lifewise Academy•Heflin, AL

About The Position

A LifeWise teacher combines in-depth Bible knowledge and strong teaching abilities to share the gospel with churched and unchurched public school students in a classroom setting. The ideal candidate actively participates in a church, communicates and works well with others, and is caring, perceptive, and proficient in teaching children. The role includes completing initial and ongoing training, teaching LifeWise classes using the LifeWise curriculum, maintaining class records and the classroom, and communicating with school personnel, volunteers, and the community. The teacher is expected to promote and communicate LifeWise's religious mission in all duties and interactions, in alignment with the organization's core values and beliefs.

Requirements

At least two years of classroom teaching experience with students in a school or church setting.
A mature personal Christian faith in agreement with the LifeWise Academy Statement of Faith.
Active participation in and commitment to a local church whose doctrine aligns with the 'What We Believe' section of the LifeWise Academy Statement of Faith.

Responsibilities

Complete the LifeWise Teacher Certification Course within 30 days of the start date and before teaching in the LifeWise classroom.
Participate in the annual LifeWise Summit each year and attend at least one Teachers' Lounge or LifeWise Meet-Up per year.
Stay current on training and updates by regularly checking LifeWise email.
Use the LifeWise curriculum to plan lessons and map curriculum customization, and implement it in the classroom.
Build relationships with students and pray for them regularly.
Cultivate an organized, encouraging, and engaging classroom using varied teaching strategies and redemptive discipline.
Apply LifeWise policies, procedures, and resources.
Take attendance in each class and provide attendance records to the LifeWise program director and/or school officials as needed.
Maintain accurate class rosters, including student health concerns, special needs, and photo permissions noted on parent permission slips.
Prepare sufficient information and materials for a substitute teacher as needed.
Keep the classroom clean, attractive, and well ordered, and know procedures for emergencies.
Purchase classroom supplies as needed using funds provided by the program director.
Act as a LifeWise Academy ambassador in the community.
Attend the annual school open house and other outreach events as available.
Maintain ongoing dialogue with school personnel about class schedule changes and student well-being.
Build relationships with volunteers and keep them informed of schedule changes.
Submit regular updates, stories, and photos to the program director.
Promote and communicate LifeWise's religious mission in all duties and interactions, in alignment with the organization's core values and beliefs.