Middle School ELA Teacher (Grades 5-6)

Indiana Dept Of Education

IN

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Behavioral Intervention, English Language, Language Teaching, Lesson Plans, Licensing, Literacy, Primary School, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
IN
POSTED
26 days ago

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated 5th and 6th Grade English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher to join our middle school.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lesson Planning: Design and implement dynamic, standards-aligned ELA lessons tailored for 5th and 6th-grade developmental levels.
  • Instruction: Teach foundational grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and structured paragraph-to-essay writing.
  • Literacy Growth: Guide students through diverse literary genres to build critical analysis and active listening skills.
  • Assessment: Develop and grade rigorous assignments, essays, and exams; provide constructive feedback to support individual student growth.
  • Classroom Management: Foster an inclusive, nurturing, and structured learning environment suitable for young middle schoolers.
  • Communication: Maintain regular, transparent communication with parents and guardians regarding student academic and social progress.
  • Collaboration: Partner with 5th-8th grade department colleagues and support staff to ensure vertical curriculum alignment.

Qualifications & Skills

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education, Middle School Education, English, or a related field.
  • Certification: Valid teaching license for the state of Indiana covering grades 5 and 6 or the willingness and ability to obtain appropriate licensing.
  • Experience: Previous classroom teaching or student teaching experience with upper elementary or middle school age groups is preferred.
  • Skills: Strong understanding of early adolescent development, differentiated instruction, and positive behavior intervention.

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Indiana Dept Of Education