Two elementary teaching positions available:
Lower Elementary, K-2 (max of 12 students)
Upper Elementary, 3-5 (max of 12 students)
Are you passionate about helping students thrive in a unique, non-traditional setting that allows students to discover and embrace their God-given skills and abilities in a meaningful way? Do you dream of teaching in a classroom that empowers students to take ownership over their learning, fosters a love for learning, and celebrates individual growth? Join us at Imago Dei Learning Community where faith, curiosity, and purpose come together.
About Us:
At Imago Dei Learning Community (IDLC) we refer to our teachers as guides and our students as learners. Guides at IDLC invest in teaching youth HOW to learn rather than WHAT to learn in order to foster natural curiosity, promote adaptability, develop growth mindset/problem-solving skills, and to inspire a lifelong love of learning.
IDLC is a unique K-12 education model that is:
- Christ-Centered – Christ is the foundation of everything we do. Faith is integrated throughout all parts of our day.
- Learner-Driven – Learners take ownership of their learning through daily and weekly goal-setting and reflection, tracking their progress through all subject areas, and are provided with opportunities to use their voice and choice to shape their learning experiences.
- Flexible – We embrace “structure with freedom” to ensure that learning is purposeful and productive for all involved. Flexibility is applied in the areas of schedule, academics, tools/resources, and physical learning environment in order to honor and accommodate the unique qualities, abilities, interests, and challenges of each learner. Our flexible approach values both the learner and their family.
Key Responsibilities:
- Guide and facilitate learning, not lecture
- Provide one-on-one, small group, and class support
- Provide necessary and ongoing observation and assessment to determine academic, social/emotional, and spiritual growth
- Create and facilitate learner-driven curriculum that meets learners’ needs and adheres to K-12 standards according to the Michigan Department of Education
- Empower learners to be independent and solution-focused through socratic questioning and learner-driven language; cultivate and demonstrate a growth-mindset within the classroom
- Create and maintain a positive, Christ-honoring classroom culture built on IDLC's 4 R's - Respectful, Responsible, Resourceful, Reflective
- Collaborate with a small team to develop and refine curriculum, share resources, and pursue professional and spiritual growth
Qualifications:
- A personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a commitment to live out your faith daily
- Passion for learner-driven education and willingness to step away from traditional models
- Bachelor’s degree in education or related field (certification preferred but not required)
- Experience managing and leading a classroom
- Strong communication skills, adaptability, and a growth mindset
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Proficiency in Google Workspace (Classroom, Drive, Slides, Docs, Sheets)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience creating and differentiating curriculum
- Experience working in multi-age or project-based learning environments
What We Offer:
- A grace-filled, mission-driven, and fun work environment
- Maximum guide to learner ratio of 12:1
- Supportive team
- Freedom to innovate and co-create learning experiences
- Opportunity to be a part of an innovative approach to education that is changing lives
Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Options for health benefits
- 33 days of paid school breaks in addition to paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
Ready to Apply?
Send your resume and a brief letter of interest to [email protected]. Only applications with answered pre-interview questions will be considered.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $24.00 - $39.00 per hour
Benefits:
Application Question(s):
- What is it about IDLC that prompted you to apply and why do you think you'd be a good fit for this position?
- What is your philosophy on leadership, specifically within an academic setting?
- Please describe your personal faith journey and how you see it applying to your work here?
Work Location: In person
