Elementary Teacher

LifeWise Academy • Urbandale, IA

3d

About The Position

A LifeWise teacher combines in-depth Bible knowledge and outstanding teaching abilities to share the gospel with churched and unchurched public school students in a classroom setting. The role involves teaching LifeWise classes using the LifeWise curriculum, building relationships with students, and maintaining an organized, encouraging, and engaging classroom. The teacher also completes required training, maintains class records and the classroom, and communicates with school personnel, volunteers, the program director, and the community. The position is part-time and non-exempt (hourly).

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.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Caring, perceptive, and proficient in teaching children.
• Complete the LifeWise Teacher Certification Course within 30 days of the start date and before teaching in a LifeWise classroom.

Responsibilities

• Complete the LifeWise Teacher Certification Course within 30 days of the start date and before teaching in a 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 curriculum customization, and implement it in the classroom.
• Build relationships with students and pray for them regularly.
• Create an organized, encouraging, and engaging classroom environment using 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 student health concerns, special needs, and photo permissions recorded on parent permission slips.
• Prepare information and materials for a substitute teacher as needed.
• Maintain a clean, attractive, and well-ordered classroom and know emergency procedures.
• Purchase classroom supplies as needed using funds provided by the program director.
• Represent LifeWise Academy as an ambassador in the community.
• Attend the annual school open house and other outreach events as available.
• Communicate with school personnel about 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 duties and interactions, in alignment with the organization's core values and beliefs.

Benefits

• Retirement plan, including employer match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed