6th Grade Teacher Social Studies

Jefferson Traditional School; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Traditional School in South Bend, Indiana is seeking a 6th Grade Social Studies teacher on a full-time basis for the current school year. The role reports to the Building Principal and requires an Indiana teaching license and high qualifications.

The teacher will implement data-driven instruction, manage a dynamic classroom, and communicate progress with students and parents. Duties include planning, assessment, and use of diverse instructional strategies.

Qualifications

• Valid Indiana Teaching License and must be Highly Qualified.
• Bachelor's degree in Elementary/Secondary Education or related field.
• Prefer experience in the grade/content level during the past 3 years.
• Must not currently be on a Performance Improvement Plan.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction, support and guidance, manage the learning process and focus on students' needs.
• Monitor student growth using the 8-step process and data collection models to assess progress.
• Integrate technology and the arts into instructional plans.

Skills

Data-driven instruction

Classroom management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Indiana Teaching License

Job description

South Bend Community School Corp Jefferson Traditional School - South Bend, Indiana Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Building Principal

SALARY RANGE: Teacher Contract

CONTRACT LENGTH: School Year

DUTIES: A qualified teaching candidate will provide instruction, support and guidance, manage the learning process, and focus on students' individual needs. This teacher monitors student growth using the 8 step process, is competent using data collection models to assess and track student growth, and is able to integrate technology and the arts into instructional plans. The teacher candidate will be an effective classroom manager, able to collaborate with teachers, work actively with students and parents and communicate academic necessities for student growth. Other duties which will be assessed include:

• Use of multiple sources of data collection including the 8-step process, Acuity, and fluency testing to inform instructional decisions.


• Use a variety of teaching strategies to engage students in the learning process.


• Develop daily effective lesson plans and complete reflections on a daily/weekly basis.


• Structure the classroom environment to maintain student interest and engagement.


• Maintain professional responsibility for planning, implementing and evaluating the process of learning.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Indiana Teaching License and must be Highly Qualified


• Bachelor's of Degree in Elementary/Secondary Education or related field


• Prefer experience in the grade/content level during the past 3 years


• Must not currently be on a Performance Improvement Plan.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Works in standard office and school building environments.


• Must be able to work regularly scheduled hours.


• Must be able to handle stress.

6th Grade Teacher Social Studies

South Bend Community School Corp Jefferson Traditional School - South Bend, Indiana Open in Google Maps

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Job Details

Job ID: 5979369

Application Deadline: Jun 07, 2027 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Nov 02, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Lori Anderson , Principal


• Jefferson Traditional School


• Email: [e-mail]