LifeWise Academy·Collierville, Tennessee
Substitute teachers are responsible for implementing provided lesson plans and maintaining a safe, organized classroom environment. They must also manage student attendance, follow discipline policies, and act as community ambassadors for LifeWise Academy.
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.
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
Candidates must possess a mature Christian faith and be active participants in a local church that aligns with the LifeWise Academy Statement of Faith. Proficiency in teaching and excellent communication skills are required.
Market context
In Tennessee, substitute teacher roles are commonly needed to keep classrooms covered during absences, and districts often look for candidates who can step into different grade levels and subjects with little notice. This role is competitive because schools value strong classroom management, flexibility, and alignment with Christian values. Review the school’s expectations carefully and tailor your application to show adaptable teaching experience; the requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time.