5th Grade Teacher

ReNEW Schools; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care options

Retirement plan contributions

Referral bonuses

Student loan forgiveness eligibility

Competitive salary starting at $55,600

Job summary

Christel House Indianapolis is seeking a full-time 5th Grade Teacher at Academy South for the 2026-2027 school year. The teacher will plan and deliver standards-aligned lessons, support the whole child with social and emotional learning, and collaborate with interventionists and counselors to help students grow.

Ideal candidates hold Indiana teaching licensure, a bachelor's degree, and comfort using classroom technology.

Qualifications

• Valid IN Teaching license.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Competency in using technology in the classroom setting.
• Ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis.
• A strong belief in the mission and goals of Christel House Indianapolis.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging, standards-aligned lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessments that facilitate active learning.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use the information to adjust teaching strategies.
• Encourage parent and community involvement, obtain information for parents when requested, conduct home visits, schedule student-led conferences, and promptly return phone calls and answer emails.
• Participate in appropriate professional activities.
• Ability and willingness to work collaboratively, maintaining cooperative and effective working relationships.
• Other duties assigned.

Skills

IN Teaching License

Technology in the classroom

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

At Christel House Indianapolis, we strive to create empowering opportunities through a rigorous and holistic education for all Christel House Indianapolis students and alumni, so they actualize their aspirations and develop effective leadership skills. Christel House Indianapolis students and graduates are world changers. Everyone. Every day. Around the world, Christel House students are empowered to realize their full potential and supported in an environment that allows them to learn and grow as individuals. Their experience is grounded in four foundational values of responsibility, respect, integrity, and independence that were put in place by our founder, Christel DeHaan.

Christel House Indianapolis is currently seeking a full-time 5th Grade Teacher at Academy South for the 2026-2027 school year.

Requirements:

• Valid IN Teaching
• Bachelor's degree
• Competency in using technology in the classroom setting.
• Ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis.
• A strong belief in the mission and goals of Christel House Indianapolis.

5th Grade Teachers at Christel House have the autonomy to try innovative strategies in their classrooms to reach all types of learners. Teachers support the whole child, teaching character education and social and emotional learning strategies to students to support their development beyond academics. Teachers are supported by interventionists, instructional coaches, lead teachers, on-site social workers and counselors, and a staff that thrives on collaborating and improving within the school community.

Job Tasks:

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging, standards-aligned lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessments that facilitate active learning.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use the information to adjust teaching strategies.
• Encourage parent and community involvement, obtain information for parents when requested, conduct home visits, schedule student-led conferences, and promptly return phone calls and answer emails.
• Participate in appropriate professional activities.
• Ability and willingness to work collaboratively, maintaining cooperative and effective working relationships.
• Other duties assigned.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to serve and make a huge difference in students' lives.
• Competitive salaries starting at $55,600 or higher based on experience.
• Competitive comprehensive health care options.
• Employer contributions to retirement plans.
• Referral bonuses.
• Eligibility for Federal student loan forgiveness for teachers.

A complete application requires the following:

• Letter of interest stating why the candidate feels his/her qualifications are a good match to those sought by CHS
• Current resume (please include email address)
• Transcripts
• At least three (3) professional references (References should include candidates supervisor in his/her current position and most recent prior position, or student teaching supervisors)

Applicants should disclose any criminal arrests or convictions in the application process. A successful applicant will be required to submit to a national background check.

Christel House Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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