Elementary Teacher

Lifewise Academy•LaGrange, IN

About The Position

A LifeWise teacher combines in-depth Bible knowledge with 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 and has excellent communication and interpersonal skills, along with a caring, perceptive approach and proficiency in teaching children. The teacher completes required training and certification, teaches LifeWise classes using the LifeWise curriculum, builds relationships with students, maintains classroom records and an organized learning environment, and communicates with school personnel, volunteers, families, and the program director. The teacher also represents LifeWise Academy in the community and promotes its religious mission in all duties and interactions.

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.
Proficiency in teaching children.

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.
Attend at least one Teachers' Lounge or one 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 out curriculum customization.
Implement the LifeWise curriculum in the classroom.
Build relationships with students and pray for them regularly.
Cultivate an organized, encouraging, and engaging classroom through teaching strategies and redemptive discipline.
Take attendance in each class and provide records to the program director and/or school officials as needed.
Maintain accurate class rosters, including health concerns, student special needs, and photo permissions recorded on parent permission slips.
Prepare adequate information and materials for a substitute teacher 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.
Act as a LifeWise Academy ambassador within 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 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.