Overview

LifeWise Secondary Education teachers will demonstrate in-depth Bible knowledge and outstanding teaching abilities for students in grades 6-12. The ideal candidate is an active church participant with excellent communication and interpersonal skills who is caring, committed and proficient in teaching. Interested candidates may apply for this position on the program's webpage.

Qualifications and Experience 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 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 Utilize the LifeWise curriculum to lesson plan and map out curriculum customization

Apply LifeWise policies, procedures and resources

Implement age-appropriate lesson plans using only LifeWise curriculum

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 Keep accurate student attendance records

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 a spiritual growth

Maintain a clean, attractive, age appropriate and well-ordered classroom

Know procedures for dealing with emergency situations

Purchase classroom supplies as neede using funds provided by the program director Communicate Act as a LifeWise Academy 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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