Lead Teacher at LifeWise Academy

Emporia, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Curriculum Planning, Teacher Training, Teacher Management, Classroom Observation, Record Keeping, Policy Development, Communication, Volunteer Relationship Building, Program Support

Industry

Religious Institutions

Description

Overview In addition to LifeWise teacher responsibilities, lead teachers support the program director in hiring, training and managing the program's LifeWise teachers. Qualifications and Experience * A minimum of two years of classroom teaching experience in a school or church setting * A mature personal Christian faith in agreement with the LifeWise Academy Statement of Faith [https://lifewise.org/statementoffaith/] * 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 [https://lifewise.org/statementoffaith/] Job Description Plan Curriculum * Determine which LifeWise lessons will be taught during each school year * Keep all teachers and classes consistent in with regards to expectations, procedures, processes, curriculum and the LifeWise mission * Work with the program director to provide teachers with curriculum and supplemental materials Train and Observe Teachers * Organize a teacher training day at the start of each school year * Lead regular teacher meetings to maintain consistency in procedures, curriculum and expectations within the program * Assist the program director in observing teachers * Attend as a team liaison or invite teachers to virtual and in-person teacher training opportunities provided by the LifeWise Support Center * Attend and encourage teacher participation at the annual LifeWise Summit Create and Maintain Records * Create classroom schedules and coordinate any changes with staff * Keep and maintain accurate class rosters, including health concerns and special needs of students as noted on parent permission slips * Assist the director in developing and maintaining program policies and procedures Communicate * Represent LifeWise teachers at Leadership Board meetings * Regularly visit program classes to provide support and encouragement * Build relationships with volunteers and keep them apprised of schedule changes * Submit regular updates, stories and photos to the program director Other Duties * Assist the program director in other responsibilities as needed 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. Classification: Non-Exempt (Hourly) Employment Type: Part-Time Grid Level: 2a

Responsibilities

The Lead Teacher supports the Program Director by assisting with hiring, training, and managing LifeWise teachers, while also ensuring consistency across all classes regarding expectations, procedures, and curriculum delivery. Key duties include planning curriculum, organizing training sessions, observing teachers, and maintaining accurate program records.