English Teacher: Maternity Coverage to Inspire Students

PORTAGE HS; Portage (IN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Portage Township Schools is seeking an English Teacher for maternity coverage at Portage High School in Portage, Indiana. The role begins Nov 23, 2026 and runs through Feb 5, 2027, with a salary of $53,600 per year.

Responsibilities include delivering instructional programs, creating engaging lesson plans, and collaborating with staff to support diverse learners. The candidate must hold an Indiana License to teach in the appropriate grade/subject, demonstrate classroom management skills, and

Qualifications

• Indiana License to teach in appropriate grade/subject.

Responsibilities

• Engage students in learning, manage student behavior in a positive, proactive and constructive manner for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
• Prepare students to become productive responsible citizens through positive proactive engagement and modeling.
• Create a flexible program and class environment favorable to learning and personal growth.
• Establish effective rapport with students, seek to meet individual student needs.
• Motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for continuing education.
• Establish positive relationships with students, parents and other staff members.
• Supervise students within assigned areas and as needed.
• Develop Lesson plans.
• Deliver group and individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines.
• Provide diverse learners with accommodations and modifications to ensure learning.
• Collaborate with other teachers, administrators to address instructional and/or classroom issues.
• Respond to a wide range of inquiries from students, parents, and guardians regarding the instructional program and student progress.
• Create and support a culture that empowers students.
• Encourage a culture of inclusiveness and support for all children.

Skills

Classroom management

Education

Indiana License to teach in appropriate grade/subject

Job description

Portage Township Schools is seeking an English Teacher for maternity coverage at Portage High School in Portage, Indiana. The role begins Nov 23, 2026 and runs through Feb 5, 2027, with a salary of $53,600 per year.

Responsibilities include delivering instructional programs, creating engaging lesson plans, and collaborating with staff to support diverse learners. The candidate must hold an Indiana License to teach in the appropriate grade/subject, demonstrate classroom management skills, and