Volunteer High School Teacher

lifewisecareers; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan with employer match

Job summary

LifeWise Academy seeks a high school teacher for grades 9–12 to deliver Bible-centered instruction using the LifeWise curriculum. Strong classroom management, caring approach, and excellent communication are essential to engage students and foster a supportive learning environment.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree and at least two years of teaching, plus active local church participation aligned with LifeWise beliefs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• Minimum of two years of classroom teaching experience in school or church.
• Active participation in a local church whose doctrine aligns with LifeWise beliefs.

Responsibilities

• Teach LifeWise classes using the provided high school curriculum.
• Invest in relationships with students and pray for them regularly.
• Maintain an organized, redemptive classroom environment and prioritize student engagement.
• Keep accurate attendance, grades, and schedules; communicate with school staff.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Caring and committed

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview

LifeWise high school teachers will demonstrate in-depth Bible knowledge and outstanding teaching abilities for students in grades 9-12. The ideal candidate is an active church participant with excellent communication and interpersonal skills who is caring, committed and proficient in teaching.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree (required)
• Minimum of two years of classroom teaching experience (with students) in either 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

Job Description

• 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
  • Prepare and implement the for-credit high school curriculum provided by LifeWise
  • Invest in connecting with students through building relationships and praying for them regularly
  • Cultivate an organized and encouraging classroom environment through various teaching strategies and discipline that is redemptive in nature
  • Prioritize student engagement
• Maintain Records
  • Communicate grades to school office staff for student records
  • Keep accurate student attendance records
  • Distribute accurate and timely assessments to meet high school requirements
  • Maintain accurate class rosters including health concerns, special needs of students and photo permission as noted on parent permission slips
  • Prepare adequate lesson plans, information and materials for a substitute teacher
• Maintain the Classroom
  • Establish a culture that fosters academic pursuits and a love of learning as a means to promote spiritual growth
  • Maintain a clean, attractive, age appropriate and well-ordered classroom
  • Know the procedures for handling emergency situations
  • Purchase classroom supplies as needed using the funds provided by the program director
• Communicate
  • Act as a LifeWise ambassador within the community
  • Attend events as available or requested by the program director
  • Maintain ongoing dialogue with school personnel to stay apprised of class schedule changes and ensure student well-being
  • Build relationships with volunteers and keep them apprised of schedule changes
  • Submit regular updates, stories and photos to the program director
  • Promote and communicate LifeWise's religious mission in all duties and interactions, ensuring alignment with the organization's core values and beliefs

Benefits

• Retirement plan, including employer match

LifeWise Academy's hiring practices and EEO Statement are fully in compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the \"religion\" section of employment discrimination laws for religious organizations and permits them to give employment preference to members of their own religion. LifeWise Academy is in that category.

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