English Language Arts (ELA)

May 11, 2026

SCHOOL CITY OF EAST CHICAGO

2026-2027 School Year

POSITION: English Language Arts Teacher (ELA)

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

JOB DESCRIPTION: Instructs students in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth in the subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able and responsible men and women.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree in area of major study
• Valid Teaching Certificate in area of study required

Duties and Responsibilities

Teaches District approved curriculum.

• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Prepares for classes assigned.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Experience Skyward Student Management.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and in harmony with the goals-established clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and the like to communicate these objectives to students.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct, and, for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports.
• Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• Diagnoses the learning disabilities of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the school duties.

SALARY:

• Per Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Competitive package provided

START DATE: August 2026-2027

APPLICATION DEADLINE: OPENED until filled.

BENEFITS: Medical, Dental/Vision, Life/Disability, Paid Leave,

Retirement (TRF)

Please submit a letter of interest and credentials/resume to:

Human Resources

School City of East Chicago

1401 East 144th Street

East Chicago, IN 46312

HumanResources@ecps.org

Complete application on the School City of East Chicagos website @ www.scec.k12.in.us Links: Services/Human Resources/JOB OPPORTUNITIES