The Secondary Teacher will teach LifeWise classes using the provided curriculum and maintain an organized classroom environment. They will also build relationships with students and engage with the community as a LifeWise Academy ambassador.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a minimum of two years of teaching experience and a mature personal Christian faith in agreement with the LifeWise Academy Statement of Faith. Active participation in a local church is also required.
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
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
Benefits
Retirement Plan
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
Market context
Iowa secondary teaching roles remain selective
In Iowa, secondary teaching roles are often competitive because schools look for experienced educators who can manage classroom expectations and align with faith-based mission requirements. For this role, the key filters are two years of teaching experience, a mature Christian faith consistent with the LifeWise Academy Statement of Faith, and active local church participation. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your experience and faith alignment in your application materials.
