Volunteer Elementary Teacher — Gospel-Centric Classroom Leader

Lifewise Academy; Monroe (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Job summary

LifeWise Academy is seeking a LifeWise teacher to combine Bible knowledge with strong teaching skills in a classroom setting for both churched and unchurched students. Ideal candidates are active church participants with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, who are caring, perceptive and proficient in teaching children.

The role requires prior classroom teaching experience, commitment to LifeWise faith statements, and active church involvement aligned with LifeWise beliefs.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of classroom teaching experience in school or church setting.
• Active personal Christian faith in agreement with 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 Initial and Ongoing Training.
• Complete the LifeWise Teacher Certification Course within 30 days of the start date and prior to teaching in the LifeWise classroom.
• Participate in the annual LifeWise Summit each year.
• Attend at least one Teachers’ Lounge or one LifeWise Meet-Up per year.
• Stay up to date on training and updates by regularly checking LifeWise email.
• Teach LifeWise Classes using the LifeWise curriculum to map curriculum customization.
• Implement the LifeWise curriculum in the classroom.
• Invest in connecting with students through building relationships and praying for them regularly.
• Cultivate an organized, encouraging and engaging classroom environment through teaching strategies and redemptive discipline.
• Apply LifeWise policies, procedures and resources.
• Maintain Records and attendance, rosters, health concerns, and permissions as needed.
• Prepare substitute materials and maintain classroom.

Job description

LifeWise Academy is seeking a LifeWise teacher to combine Bible knowledge with strong teaching skills in a classroom setting for both churched and unchurched students. Ideal candidates are active church participants with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, who are caring, perceptive and proficient in teaching children.

The role requires prior classroom teaching experience, commitment to LifeWise faith statements, and active church involvement aligned with LifeWise beliefs.