3rd Grade Teacher - 1 year contract

Seymour Community Schools; United States; On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Seymour Community Schools is seeking a Classroom Teacher for Redding Elementary to serve grades 1–3. This full-time role requires delivering district-aligned instruction and maintaining records.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Education and a valid Indiana teaching certificate, with ability to develop engaging lessons and assess student progress in a standards-based program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education is required.
• Valid Indiana teaching certificate is required.
• Strong knowledge of Indiana State Standards and district curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Support school mission statement.
• Teach district approved curriculum consistent with Corporation Standards and Indiana State Standards.
• Demonstrate knowledge of subject matter.
• Identify and address individual student needs through modifications, interventions, and referrals.
• Develop and implement effective lesson plans and use a variety of learner-appropriate instructional techniques.
• Utilize assessment activities and monitor student progress appropriately.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Valid Indiana teaching certificate

Strong knowledge of Indiana State Standards

Job description

• Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/ Primary - Grades 1, 2, 3
• Date Posted: 8/17/2026
• Location: Redding Elementary
• Date Available: Upon Board Approval

August 3 2026 - September 23, 2026

Title: Classroom Teacher

Selected by: Board of School Trustees by Recommendation of the Superintendent and School Principal

Evaluated by: Principal and/or appropriate administrative personnel

Reports to: Principal and/or appropriate administrative personnel

FLSA Status: Exempt: Salaried Professional

Bargaining Status: In teacher bargaining unit

SUMMARY: To provide effective instruction and examples that guides and assists each student in the fulfillment of his potential for intellectual, emotional, social, and psychological growth and maturation. This responsibility includes preparation and planning, long-range and immediate; understanding and applying effective teaching methods; and developing and maintaining effective pupil, parent, staff and community relationships.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Support school mission statement.
2. Implement Board of Education and administrative policies, Indiana law and federal rules, regulations, and directives.
3. Teach district approved curriculum consistent with Corporation Standards and Indiana State Standards
4. Demonstrate knowledge of subject matter.
5. Identify and address individual student needs through modifications, interventions, and referrals. Contribute to the design and implementation of student IEPs/ILP's.
6. Develop and implement effective lesson plans and use a variety of learner-appropriate instructional techniques effectively.
7. Utilize assessment activities and monitor student progress appropriately.
8. Manage student conduct to maintain a safe environment conducive to learning.
9. Maintain accurate, complete, correct, and timely records of student achievement and attendance.
10. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, materials, facilities and equipment.
11. Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with school personnel, students and parents.
12. Promote good public relations for the School Corporation and community.
13. Teach by example by exemplifying good moral conduct.
14. Demonstrates professional growth.
15. Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily with reasonable accommodation. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, licensure and ability required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in Education

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Valid Indiana teaching certificate

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, correspondences, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to apply general mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; ability to plan and implement lessons based on district and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, parents and community, and ability to speak clearly and concisely in written or oral communication.