Volunteer Secondary Teacher
About The Position
LifeWise Secondary Education teachers teach students in grades 6–12, demonstrating 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 LifeWise curriculum and policies to plan and deliver age-appropriate lessons, build relationships with students, maintain records and an orderly classroom, and communicate with school personnel, volunteers, and the program director. The role also requires completing initial and ongoing training and promoting LifeWise Academy’s religious mission in all duties and interactions. Interested 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.
- 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.
- In-depth Bible knowledge and strong teaching abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; caring, committed, and proficient in teaching.
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 LifeWise curriculum to plan lessons and map curriculum customization; apply LifeWise policies, procedures, and resources; and teach age-appropriate lessons using only LifeWise curriculum.
- Connect with students by building relationships and praying for them regularly; foster an organized, encouraging classroom using appropriate teaching strategies and redemptive discipline; and prioritize student engagement.
- Maintain 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.
- Foster a classroom culture that supports academic pursuits and a love of learning as a means of promoting spiritual growth; keep the classroom clean, attractive, age-appropriate, and well-ordered; 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 when available or requested by the program director.
- Communicate with school personnel about schedule changes and student well-being; build relationships with volunteers and keep them informed 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, aligned with the organization’s core values and beliefs.
Benefits
- Retirement plan, including employer match
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Career Level
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