Secondary Teacher at LifeWise Academy

Jackson, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Bible Knowledge, Teaching Abilities, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Curriculum Customization, Lesson Planning, Student Engagement, Record Keeping, Classroom Management, Relationship Building, Discipline, Ambassador Duties

Industry

Religious Institutions

Description

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 in either a school or church setting * A mature personal Christian faith in agreement with the LifeWise Academy Statement of Faith [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1aLBMBVvl1cGs9Hq8X2dHx9Z_CF3tDI5p/view?usp=sharing] * 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 [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1aLBMBVvl1cGs9Hq8X2dHx9Z_CF3tDI5p/view?usp=sharing] Job Description * Complete Initial and Ongoing Training * Complete the LifeWise Teacher Certification Course prior to teaching * 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. Classification: Non-Exempt (Hourly) Employment Type: Part-Time Grid Level: 2a

Responsibilities

Secondary Education teachers are responsible for demonstrating in-depth Bible knowledge and outstanding teaching abilities for students in grades 6-12, which includes completing required training and utilizing the LifeWise curriculum for lesson planning and implementation. Key duties also involve investing in students through relationship building, maintaining an organized classroom environment, keeping accurate student records, and acting as a LifeWise Academy ambassador in the community.