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About The Position

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.

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, and implement it in the classroom.
• Build relationships with students and pray for them regularly.
• Create an organized, encouraging, and engaging classroom environment using varied teaching strategies and redemptive discipline.
• Apply LifeWise policies, procedures, and resources.
• Take attendance in each class and provide attendance records to the program director and/or school officials as needed.
• Maintain accurate class rosters, including student health concerns, special needs, and photo permissions noted on parent permission slips.
• Prepare adequate information and materials for substitute teachers as needed.
• Keep the classroom clean, attractive, and well ordered; know emergency procedures; and purchase classroom supplies as needed using funds provided by the program director.
• Represent LifeWise Academy in the community, attend the annual school open house and other available outreach events, and promote and communicate LifeWise's religious mission in alignment with its values and beliefs.
• Maintain ongoing 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.

Benefits

• Retirement plan, including employer match.