Job description

Purpose of Position/Summary:

Irvington Community Middle School is seeking a highly motivated, dedicated, and enthusiastic teacher to become part of the team of outstanding educators on staff. The position involves a high level of collaboration with the other two teachers within the assigned grade level and a commitment to student achievement. The teacher is responsible for evaluating student assessment data to plan instruction that meets the needs of diverse learners. Differentiated instruction and flexible grouping are an integral part of the expectations for this position. The teacher is also responsible for maintaining individualized communication with parents and for conducting parent teacher conferences twice yearly to ensure the highest level of service to our students.

Classes consist of students with diverse experiences and levels of performance. To help support the classroom teacher, both Title I Instructional Assistants and Special Education staff push into the classrooms to assist with core instructional time.

Irvington Community Schools, Inc. is a public charter school serving the needs of a diverse population of students in the historic Irvington area. The successful candidate will have an understanding of the school's mission and of the charter school movement in general.

Job Requirements:

1. Enthusiasm for content and developmental needs and energy of adolescent students.

2. Creative, engaging approach to lesson planning and use of resources.

3. Focus on building and modeling interpersonal relationships with students, colleagues, and families.

4. Demonstrate competence in Google Apps for Education and Chromebooks.

5. Serve as a resource for administration, helping to develop a program that serves the needs of students and stays relevant as new technologies develop.

Job Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Education

Valid Indiana Teaching License

Experience working with at-risk student populations preferred

Must be flexible and hardworking, dedicated to the success of students in an urban school setting

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Indianapolis, IN 46219: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Grade school specialties:

• 8th grade

Physical setting:

• Charter school

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Indianapolis, IN 46219: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person