We meet at Community Christian Church "Yellow Box" in Naperville.  We are not associated with the church and we do not receive mail there.

Below are some examples of our classrooms at LV.

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Below are some examples of our classrooms at LV.

Kindervine (kindergarten) 
Teacher
The Learning Vine offers Kindervine classes to 4 and 5 year-old homeschool students.  These classes are offered on Monday mornings from 9am until 11:55am throughout the 2017-2018 school year.  (2017-2018 school calendar is available for download here)

Kindervine Teacher description

  • Provide instruction in phonics, beginning reading, number sense, calendar, weather, etc to older 4s and 5s.  
  • Class meets Mondays 9:00 am – 11:55 am
  • Teachers are required to arrive 30 minutes before class to set up and prepare classroom and to remain after class as needed to clean up.  ​
Hand-on learning is a priority at LV!
  • Create and execute syllabus and weekly lesson plans.  ​
  • Responsible to grading student work and maintain accurate records in our online grade-book.  
  • Communicate regularly with parents and administration via online messaging system.  
  • Manage a classroom of at least 10 and no more than 18 students  
  • Set the standard for classroom behavior and expectations for Christian conduct for the school year.
  • Provide varied lesson plans that include lecture, small group activities, games, application, presentations and other engaging activities
  • Prepare and provide a weekly pacing guide and homework packet for students and parent to work through Tuesday-Thursdays.  
  • Willing and able to work with a team of co-workers; setting a model example of a professional Christian educator.

Teacher Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree 
  • Knowledgeable in area of interest.  
  • Some prior teaching experience preferred demonstrating the ability to work well with a group of children in a structured setting.   (ie public/private school, homeschool coop, church, coaching, etc)  ​
  • Be in agreement with the mission, vision and statement of faith of The Learning Vine
  • A willingness to work closely with Homeschooling parents to educate their children.  
  • Be willing to submit to appropriate background check ​