Secondary Teacher

LifeWise Academy•Thorntown, IN

About The Position

LifeWise Secondary Education teachers teach students in grades 6–12, demonstrating in-depth Bible knowledge and outstanding teaching abilities. The ideal candidate is an active church participant with excellent communication and interpersonal skills who is caring, committed, and proficient in teaching. The role includes completing required training, teaching LifeWise classes using LifeWise curriculum, maintaining student and classroom records and the classroom environment, and communicating with students, families, school personnel, volunteers, and the program director. Candidates may apply on the program's webpage.

Requirements

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, commitment, and proficiency in teaching are sought in the ideal candidate.

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 customization; apply LifeWise policies, procedures, and resources; and teach age-appropriate lessons using only LifeWise curriculum.
Build relationships with students, pray for them regularly, prioritize engagement, and foster an organized, encouraging classroom using varied teaching strategies and redemptive discipline.
Keep accurate attendance records and class rosters, including student health concerns, special needs, and photo permissions recorded on parent permission slips.
Prepare lesson plans, information, and materials for substitute teachers.
Create a classroom culture that supports academic pursuits, a love of learning, and spiritual growth; maintain a clean, attractive, age-appropriate, well-ordered classroom; and know emergency procedures.
Purchase classroom supplies as needed using funds provided by the program director.
Represent LifeWise Academy in the community and attend events as available or requested by the program director.
Maintain dialogue with school personnel about schedule changes and student well-being, and keep volunteers informed 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.