Volunteer Bible-Based Elementary Teacher

lifewisecareers; Portage (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan (employer match)

Job summary

LifeWise Academy is seeking a teacher to share gospel-focused education with public school students. The role requires active church involvement, strong communication, and caring classroom leadership.

Training includes certification within 30 days, annual summits, and regular collaboration with school staff. Responsibilities include lesson planning with LifeWise curriculum, building relationships with students, maintaining attendance and rosters, and promoting LifeWise's mission through daily

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of classroom teaching experience in a school or church setting.
• Mature personal Christian faith in agreement with LifeWise Academy Statement of Faith.
• Active participation in a local church whose doctrine aligns with LifeWise's beliefs.

Responsibilities

• Complete Initial and Ongoing Training: LifeWise Teacher Certification within 30 days; participate in LifeWise Summit annually; attend at least one Teachers' Lounge or LifeWise Meet-Up per year; regularly check LifeWise email for updates.
• Teach LifeWise Classes using the curriculum, map out lesson plans, and customize as needed; build relationships and pray for students; maintain a redemptive classroom environment.
• Maintain Records: take attendance each class and provide records to program director or school officials; manage class rosters and health notes; prepare substitute materials.
• Maintain the Classroom: keep a clean, attractive classroom; know emergency procedures; purchase supplies using funds provided by the program director.
• Communicate: act as LifeWise ambassador, engage with school personnel, involve volunteers, share updates and photos with the director; promote LifeWise religious mission.

Skills

Classroom teaching

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Active church involvement

Job description

LifeWise Academy is seeking a teacher to share gospel-focused education with public school students. The role requires active church involvement, strong communication, and caring classroom leadership.

Training includes certification within 30 days, annual summits, and regular collaboration with school staff. Responsibilities include lesson planning with LifeWise curriculum, building relationships with students, maintaining attendance and rosters, and promoting LifeWise's mission through daily