Elementary Teacher

LifeWise Academy•Ackley, IA

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 is an active church participant with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and is caring, perceptive, and proficient in teaching children. The teacher completes required training, teaches LifeWise classes using the LifeWise curriculum, maintains student records and the classroom, and communicates with school personnel, volunteers, families, and the program director. The role also represents LifeWise Academy in the community and promotes its religious mission in all duties and interactions. This is a part-time, non-exempt hourly position.

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 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 customizations.
Teach the LifeWise curriculum 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 noted on parent permission slips.
Prepare information and materials for substitute teachers as needed.
Keep the classroom clean, attractive, and well ordered.
Know procedures for handling emergency situations.
Purchase classroom supplies as needed using funds provided by the program director.
Represent LifeWise Academy in the community.
Attend the annual school open house and other outreach events when available.
Maintain ongoing communication 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 all duties and interactions, aligning with the organization's core values and beliefs.