Elementary Teachers Grades K-6

Merrillville Community School Corporation; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a full-time teacher to develop and implement instructional strategies for the 2026-2027 school year. The candidate must possess a valid State of Indiana teaching license and demonstrate strong communication, planning, and organizational skills. Responsibilities include collaborating with other teachers, developing assessments, and supporting students' learning through effective management and instructional practices. This role offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to students' educational experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience with reading strategies and assessments.
• Ability to collaborate with teachers and parents.
• Willingness to engage in professional development.

Responsibilities

• Implement classroom strategies for student management.
• Create assessments to evaluate student progress.
• Collaborate with education staff on IEP accommodations.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to problem solve

Knowledge of technology integration

Strong planning and organizational skills

Education

Valid State of Indiana teaching License

Job description

Reports To:

Building Principal

Location and Assignment to be determined

Performance Responsibilities

1. Learn, develop, and implement strategies and lessons.
2. Implement science of reading strategies
3. Incorporate technology throughout instruction.
4. Establish and maintain positive relationships with students, manage student behavior, establish rules and procedures in the classroom using classroom meetings, and implement PBIS.
5. Create and/or administer state, district, school, and classroom assessments to evaluate student progress and create instructional lessons based on the data.
6. Plan instructional lessons following the curriculum guidelines or requirements for the state of Indiana and Corporation.
7. Implement MTSS framework, maintain data in student management system, provide interventions, and monitor student progress.
8. Develop and maintain constructive and collaborative working relationships with other teachers, staff, and administrators.
9. Collaborate with Special Education Teacher(s), Title One/Remedial Teacher(s), and English Language Teacher(s) to provide accommodations and services written in the IEP, 504, and/or ILP.
10. Establish and maintain regular parent-teacher communication through e-mail, phone calls, and/or written correspondence.
11. Participate in professional development to foster improved professional competence and higher achievement for all students
12. Collaborate with school and district employees in Professional Learning Communities (PLC) to improve overall teaching and learning.
13. Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies, and school regulations
14. Implement all corporation policies, strategies and programs as they relate to the Corporation and building.

Qualifications

1. Valid State of Indiana teaching License for grade level and subject area,
2. Ability to administer and interpret running records,
3. Knowledge of science of reading framework
4. Willingness to work with Academic coach to implement research-based instructional practices in the classroom,
5. Strong communication skills including written communication and the ability to convey information effectively and clearly to others,
6. Strong interpersonal relations including the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, administrators, and other staff members,
7. Ability to problem solve, establish and maintain standard of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional and effective learning atmosphere in the classroom,
8. Knowledge of technology integration,
9. Strong planning and organizational skills,
10. Belief in “Kids First” philosophy.

Effective

2026-2027 school year

Assignment

Full Time, Regular Contract

Evaluation

The performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the MCSC’s policy on certified staff evaluation.