Secondary Teacher

LifeWise Academy•Fairbury, IL

6h•Onsite

About The Position

LifeWise Secondary Education teachers will demonstrate in-depth Bible knowledge and outstanding teaching abilities for students in grades 6-12. The ideal candidate is an active church participant with excellent communication and interpersonal skills who is caring, committed and proficient in teaching. Interested candidates may apply for this position on the program's webpage. LifeWise Academy's hiring practices and EEO Statement are fully in compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the "religion" section of employment discrimination laws for religious organizations and permits them to give employment preference to members of their own religion. LifeWise Academy is in that category.

Requirements

Minimum of two years of classroom teaching experience (with students) in either 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 the LifeWise Academy Statement of Faith

Responsibilities

Complete the LifeWise Teacher Certification Course within 30 days of the start date and prior to teaching in the LifeWise classroom
Participate in the annual LifeWise Summit each year
Attend at least one Teachers' Lounge or one LifeWise Meet-Up per year
Stay up to date on training and updates by regularly checking LifeWise email
Utilize the LifeWise curriculum to lesson plan and map out curriculum customization
Apply LifeWise policies, procedures and resources
Implement age-appropriate lesson plans using only LifeWise curriculum
Invest in connecting with students through building relationships and praying for them regularly
Cultivate an organized and encouraging classroom environment through various teaching strategies and discipline that is redemptive in nature
Prioritize student engagement
Keep accurate student attendance records
Maintain accurate class rosters including health concerns, special needs of students and photo permission as noted on parent permission slips
Prepare adequate lesson plans, information and materials for a substitute teacher
Establish a culture that fosters academic pursuits and a love of learning as a means to promote a spiritual growth
Maintain a clean, attractive, age appropriate and well-ordered classroom
Know procedures for dealing with emergency situations
Purchase classroom supplies as neede using funds provided by the program director
Act as a LifeWise Academy ambassador within the community
Attend events as available or requested by the program director
Maintain ongoing dialogue with school personnel to stay apprised of class schedule changes and ensure 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 all duties and interactions, ensuring alignment with the organization's core values and beliefs