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LifeWise Inc. Elementary Teacher in Eaton Rapids, Michigan

Overview 

A LifeWise teacher will combine in-depth Bible knowledge and outstanding teaching abilities to share the gospel with churched and unchurched public school students in a classroom setting. Our ideal candidate is an active church participant with excellent communication and interpersonal skills who is caring, perceptive and proficient in teaching children. This position is hybrid, a combination of working from home/remote and working in person in the classroom. Experience working from home/remote or hybrid is preferred. 

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
    • 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 various teaching strategies and discipline that is redemptive in nature
    • Apply LifeWise policies, procedures and resources
  • Maintain Records
    • Take attendance in each class and provide attendance records to LifeWise program director and/or school officials as needed
    • Maintain accurate class rosters including health concerns, special needs of students and photo permissions as noted on parent permission slips
    • Prepare adequate information and materials for a substitute teacher as needed
  • Maintain the Classroom
    • Maintain a clean, attractive and well-ordered classroom
    • Know procedures for dealing with emergency situations
    • Purchase classroom supplies as needed using funds provided by program director
  • Communicate
    • Act as a LifeWise Academy ambassador within the community
    • Attend annual school open house and other outreach events as available
    • 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 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 
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