High School Teacher

LifeWise Academy•Memphis, TN

About The Position

LifeWise high school teachers demonstrate in-depth Bible knowledge and strong teaching abilities while instructing students in grades 9–12. The role includes preparing and teaching LifeWise-provided, for-credit curriculum; building relationships with students; maintaining records and an organized classroom; and communicating with school personnel, volunteers, and the program director. Teachers complete required initial and ongoing training, participate in annual LifeWise events, and promote LifeWise’s religious mission in their duties and interactions. This is a part-time, non-exempt hourly position.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
At least two years of classroom teaching experience with students in a school or church setting.
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, committed, and proficient teaching abilities.
In-depth Bible knowledge.

Nice To Haves

Active church participation is described as part of the ideal candidate profile.

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.
Prepare and implement LifeWise-provided, for-credit high school curriculum.
Build relationships with students, pray for them regularly, and prioritize their engagement.
Create an organized and encouraging classroom using varied teaching strategies and redemptive discipline.
Communicate grades to school office staff and maintain accurate attendance records, class rosters, and assessments.
Include health concerns, student special needs, and photo permissions in class roster records as noted on parent permission slips.
Prepare lesson plans, information, and materials for substitute teachers.
Foster a classroom culture that supports academic pursuits and a love of learning as a means of spiritual growth.
Maintain a clean, attractive, age-appropriate, and orderly classroom and know emergency procedures.
Purchase classroom supplies as needed using funds provided by the program director.
Act as a LifeWise ambassador in the community and attend events when available or requested by the program director.
Maintain dialogue with school personnel about schedule changes and student well-being.
Build relationships with volunteers and inform them 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, aligned with the organization’s core values and beliefs.