The Volunteer Elementary Teacher will teach LifeWise Classes using the provided curriculum and build relationships with students through prayer and engagement. They are also responsible for maintaining classroom organization and communication with school personnel and volunteers.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a minimum of two years of classroom teaching experience and a mature personal Christian faith in agreement with the LifeWise Academy Statement of Faith. Active participation in a local church that aligns with the organization's beliefs is also required.
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.
Qualifications
and Experience
A minimum of two years of classroom teaching experience (with students) in either a school or
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 Initial and Ongoing Training
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
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
Benefits
Retirement Plan
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
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.
In Iowa, elementary teaching roles often draw steady interest because schools and faith-based programs need educators who can manage young learners and support classroom routines. This volunteer position is competitive for candidates with two years of classroom teaching experience, a mature Christian faith, and active church participation aligned with the LifeWise Statement of Faith. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your experience and church alignment before applying.
