Elementary Teacher

Lifewise Academy•Green Cove Springs, FL

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 teacher completes required training and certification, teaches LifeWise classes using the LifeWise curriculum, builds relationships with students, and maintains an organized, encouraging classroom. The role also includes maintaining attendance and student records, preparing substitute materials, keeping the classroom clean and ready, communicating with school personnel and volunteers, and representing LifeWise Academy in the community.

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 and attend at least one Teachers' Lounge or LifeWise Meet-Up each year.
Stay current on training and updates by regularly checking LifeWise email.
Use the LifeWise curriculum to plan lessons and map out curriculum customization.
Implement the LifeWise curriculum in the classroom.
Build relationships with students and pray for them regularly.
Create an organized, encouraging, engaging classroom environment through varied teaching strategies and redemptive discipline.
Apply LifeWise policies, procedures, and resources.
Take attendance in each class and provide attendance records to the program director and/or school officials as needed.
Maintain accurate class rosters, including health concerns, student special needs, and photo permissions noted on parent permission slips.
Prepare adequate information and materials for substitute teachers as needed.
Maintain a clean, attractive, and well-ordered classroom.
Know procedures for handling emergency situations.
Purchase classroom supplies as needed using funds provided by the program director.
Represent LifeWise Academy as an ambassador within the community.
Attend the annual school open house and other outreach events as available.
Maintain ongoing communication with school personnel about class schedule changes and student well-being.
Build relationships with volunteers and keep them informed about 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.