High School Teacher
About The Position
LifeWise high school teachers demonstrate in-depth Bible knowledge and strong teaching abilities while instructing students in grades 9ā12. The role involves teaching the for-credit high school curriculum provided by LifeWise, building relationships with students, and fostering an organized, encouraging classroom that prioritizes engagement and supports spiritual growth. Teachers complete required initial and ongoing training, maintain student and classroom records, manage the classroom, and communicate with school personnel, volunteers, families, and the program director. The ideal candidate is an active church participant with excellent communication and interpersonal skills who is caring, committed, and proficient in teaching. 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.
- 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.
- Prepare and implement the for-credit high school curriculum provided by LifeWise.
- Build relationships with students, pray for them regularly, and prioritize student engagement.
- Cultivate an organized and encouraging classroom through varied teaching strategies and redemptive discipline.
- Communicate grades to school office staff and maintain accurate attendance records, assessments, class rosters, and related student information.
- Prepare lesson plans, information, and materials for substitute teachers.
- Foster a classroom culture that supports academic pursuits, a love of learning, and spiritual growth.
- Maintain a clean, attractive, age-appropriate, and well-ordered 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 keep them apprised 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.
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Job Type
Part-time
