Volunteer Elementary Bible Teacher — Shape Young Minds

lifewisecareers; Bedford (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan with employer match

Job summary

LifeWise Academy seeks a dedicated teacher to combine in-depth Bible knowledge with effective classroom instruction for both churched and unchurched public school students. The ideal candidate participates actively in a local church, communicates well with others, and demonstrates care and perceptiveness in teaching children.

Responsibilities include completing the teacher certification within 30 days, attending annual LifeWise Summit, maintaining attendance records, and promoting LifeWise’s

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 the What We Believe section of the LifeWise Academy Statement of Faith

Responsibilities

• Complete Initial and Ongoing Training: complete the LifeWise Teacher Certification Course within 30 days of start date; participate in the annual LifeWise Summit; attend at least one Teachers' Lounge or LifeWise Meet-Up per year; stay updated via LifeWise email.
• Teach LifeWise Classes: use curriculum to plan and map curriculum customization; teach and connect with students through relationships and prayer; maintain an organized, encouraging, redemptive classroom.
• Maintain Records: take attendance and provide rosters; maintain health notes and permissions; prepare substitute information as needed.
• Maintain the Classroom: keep a clean, attractive classroom; know emergency procedures; purchase supplies as needed.
• Communicate: act as LifeWise ambassador in the community; participate in outreach events; maintain dialogue with school personnel; share updates and photos with the program director; promote LifeWise's religious mission.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Church involvement

Job description

LifeWise Academy seeks a dedicated teacher to combine in-depth Bible knowledge with effective classroom instruction for both churched and unchurched public school students. The ideal candidate participates actively in a local church, communicates well with others, and demonstrates care and perceptiveness in teaching children.

Responsibilities include completing the teacher certification within 30 days, attending annual LifeWise Summit, maintaining attendance records, and promoting LifeWise’s