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Substitute Teacher

LifeWise Academy

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#Non-Exempt#Classroom Environment#Attendance Records#Substitute Teacher#Hourly#Emergency Procedures#Community Ambassador#Christian Faith
#Student Discipline
#LifeWise Curriculum
Part TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 4 months ago

Location

Waterloo, Iowa

Quick overview

Substitute teachers are responsible for implementing provided LifeWise lesson plans, maintaining a safe and organized classroom environment, and following all established policies and procedures. Key duties include taking attendance, maintaining classroom cleanliness, and communicating effectively with the regular teacher and volunteers.

Requirements summary

Candidates must possess a mature personal Christian faith and actively participate in a local church whose doctrine aligns with the LifeWise Academy Statement of Faith. The ideal applicant should demonstrate excellence in Biblical knowledge, teaching proficiency, and strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Interpersonal SkillsCommunicationRecord KeepingCurriculum ImplementationClassroom ManagementCaringTeaching AbilitiesAttendance TakingAmbassadorshipBiblical KnowledgePerceptive

Job description

Overview

LifeWise substitute teachers will demonstrate excellence in Biblical knowledge and teaching abilities. The ideal candidate is an active church participant with excellent communication and interpersonal skills who is caring, perceptive and proficient in teaching students.

Qualifications

  • and Experience
  • A mature personal Christian faith in agreement with the "What We Believe" section of 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

  • Complete substitute teacher training
  • Teach LifeWise classes on an as-needed basis
  • Implement the lesson plans using the LifeWise curriculum provided by the teacher
  • Maintain a safe, organized and stimulating classroom environment following LifeWise policies and procedures
  • Follow the program's student discipline policy
  • Maintain Records
  • Take attendance in each class and provide attendance records to the teacher
  • Maintain Classroom
  • Maintain a clean, attractive and well-ordered classroom
  • Know procedures for emergency situations
  • Communicate
  • Act as a LifeWise Academy ambassador within the community
  • Communicate lesson plans with volunteers before class and assign duties
  • Communicate with the teacher

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: 1a

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LifeWise Academy

Bible Education for Public School Students DURING SCHOOL HOURS

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IndustryReligious Institutions
TypeNonprofit
Size501-1,000 employees
HQHilliard, OH
Founded2018

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Market context

Iowa substitute teacher demand stays steady

Substitute teacher openings in Iowa are often driven by day-to-day classroom coverage needs, so districts look for candidates who can start quickly and stay available. This role is competitive because it requires a high school diploma or GED, a background check, and ongoing shift availability, while prior teaching or childcare experience can help. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, and confirm you can meet the five-shift monthly expectation before applying.

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