Elementary Teacher

LifeWise Academy • Corydon, IA

4d

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 relates well to others, and is caring, perceptive, and proficient in teaching children. The position is part-time and classified as 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.

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; regularly check LifeWise email for training and updates.
• Use LifeWise curriculum to plan lessons and map curriculum customization, and implement the curriculum in the classroom.
• Build relationships with students, pray for them regularly, and foster an organized, encouraging, and engaging classroom through varied teaching strategies and redemptive discipline.
• Apply LifeWise policies, procedures, and resources.
• Take attendance in each class and provide 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 substitute teachers as needed.
• Maintain a clean, attractive, and well-ordered classroom; know emergency procedures; and purchase classroom supplies as needed using funds provided by the program director.
• Represent LifeWise Academy in the community and attend the annual school open house and other outreach events as available.
• Maintain dialogue with school personnel about schedule changes and student well-being, and build relationships with volunteers while keeping them apprised 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.

Benefits

• Retirement plan with employer match.

What This Job Offers

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