LifeWise Lead Teacher

LifeWise Applicant Center; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated lead teacher to support their educational program. This role involves hiring, training, and managing teachers while ensuring consistency in curriculum and expectations. You will play a pivotal role in fostering a supportive environment for both teachers and students, conducting regular meetings, and maintaining accurate records. This position not only offers the chance to influence the lives of students but also to collaborate closely with a passionate team committed to educational excellence. If you are enthusiastic about teaching and leadership, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Retirement plan with employer match

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of classroom teaching experience required.
• Strong communication skills and ability to lead teacher training.

Responsibilities

• Support program director in hiring and training LifeWise teachers.
• Organize teacher training and maintain classroom schedules.

Skills

Classroom Teaching Experience

Curriculum Development

Teacher Training

Communication Skills

Job description

In addition to LifeWise teacher responsibilities, lead teachers support the program director in hiring, training, and managing the program's LifeWise teachers.

Qualifications and Experience

1. A minimum of two years of classroom teaching experience in a school or church setting
2. Determine which LifeWise lessons will be taught during each school year
3. Keep all teachers and classes consistent in regards to expectations, procedures, processes, curriculum, and the LifeWise mission
4. Work with the director to provide teachers with curriculum and supplemental materials

Train and Evaluate Local Teachers

1. Organize a teacher training day at the start of each school year
2. Lead regular teacher meetings to maintain consistency in procedures, curriculum, and expectations within the program
3. Assist the program director in evaluating teachers
4. Attend and invite teachers to virtual and in-person teacher training opportunities provided by the LifeWise Support Center
5. Attend and encourage teacher participation at the annual LifeWise Summit

Create and Maintain Records

1. Create classroom schedules and coordinate any changes with staff
2. Keep and maintain accurate class rosters, including health concerns and special needs of students as noted on parent permission slips
3. Assist the director in developing and maintaining program policies and procedures

Communicate

1. Represent LifeWise teachers at Leadership Board meetings
2. Regularly visit program classes to provide support and encouragement
3. Build relationships with volunteers and keep them apprised of schedule changes
4. Submit regular updates, stories, and photos to the program director

Other Duties

1. Assist the program director in other responsibilities as needed

Benefits:

• Retirement plan, including employer match