LifeWise Academy·Newport News, Virginia
The Volunteer Elementary Teacher will teach LifeWise classes using the provided curriculum while building relationships with students and maintaining an organized classroom environment. Responsibilities also include record-keeping, communication with school personnel, and participation in training and community events.
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. If you're interested in this position, apply on the program's webpage.
• 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.
Grid Level: 2a
Candidates must have a minimum of two years of classroom teaching experience and a mature personal Christian faith aligned with the LifeWise Academy Statement of Faith. Active participation in a local church is also required.
Market context
In Virginia, elementary volunteer teaching roles can draw interest because schools and church-based programs often look for candidates with classroom experience and a clear faith-based fit. This role is competitive for applicants who already have at least two years of teaching experience, a mature Christian faith, and are willing to complete the LifeWise Teacher Certification Course. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your experience aligns before applying.