Volunteer Secondary Teacher

LifeWise Academy • Plainfield, IN

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About The Position

LifeWise Secondary Education teachers provide Bible instruction to students in grades 6–12, drawing on in-depth Bible knowledge and strong teaching abilities. The ideal candidate is an active church participant with excellent communication and interpersonal skills who is caring, committed, and proficient in teaching. Teachers use the LifeWise curriculum and resources, build relationships with students, and foster an organized, encouraging classroom that prioritizes student engagement and spiritual growth.

The role includes completing required initial and ongoing training, maintaining attendance and student records, preparing materials for substitute teachers, caring for the classroom, communicating with school personnel, volunteers, and the program director, and representing LifeWise Academy in the community. The position requires agreement with LifeWise Academy’s Statement of Faith and active participation in a local church whose doctrine aligns with it.

Requirements

• 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.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Caring, committed, and proficient teaching ability.

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; implement age-appropriate lessons using only LifeWise curriculum.
• Build relationships with students, pray for them regularly, and prioritize student engagement.
• Cultivate an organized and 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 adequate 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 promoting 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.
• Represent LifeWise Academy as an 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 informed about schedule changes.
• Submit regular updates, stories, and photos to the program director.
• Promote and communicate LifeWise’s religious mission in all duties and interactions, in alignment with the organization’s core values and beliefs.

Benefits

• Retirement plan, including employer match.

What This Job Offers

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