Volunteer Elementary Teacher

LifeWise Academy • Callisburg, TX

8h • Onsite

About The Position

A LifeWise teacher will combine in-depth Bible knowledge and outstanding teaching abilities to share the gospel with churched and unchurched public school students in a classroom setting. Our ideal candidate is an active church participant with excellent communication and interpersonal skills who is caring, perceptive and proficient in teaching children.

Requirements

• A 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 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
• Implement the LifeWise curriculum in the classroom
• Invest in connecting with students through building relationships and praying for them regularly
• Cultivate an organized, encouraging and engaging classroom environment through various teaching strategies and discipline that is redemptive in nature
• Apply LifeWise policies, procedures and resources
• Take attendance in each class and provide attendance records to LifeWise program director and/or school officials as needed
• Maintain accurate class rosters including health concerns, special needs of students and photo permissions as noted on parent permission slips
• Prepare adequate information and materials for a substitute teacher as needed
• Maintain a clean, attractive and well-ordered classroom
• Know procedures for dealing with emergency situations
• Purchase classroom supplies as needed using funds provided by program director
• Act as a LifeWise Academy ambassador within the community
• Attend annual school open house and other outreach events as available
• 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 program director
• Promote and communicate LifeWise's religious mission in all duties and interactions, ensuring alignment with the organization's core values and beliefs

Benefits

• Retirement plan, including employer match

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees