High School Social Studies Teacher

Metropolitan School District Washington Township, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 53,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Metropolitan School District of Washington Township is seeking a High School Social Studies Teacher at North Central High School in Indianapolis, IN. This full-time, 185-day position requires Indiana licensure and a degree for licensure, with salary starting at the bachelor level and rising with experience.

The teacher will plan standards-aligned instruction, assess student progress, and foster a positive classroom culture while collaborating with colleagues and families to support diverse

Qualifications

• Requires valid and active Indiana license for teaching.
• Degrees documented as required for licensure in Indiana.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver standards-aligned instruction for social studies.
• Assess student progress with multiple measures and provide timely feedback.
• Maintain a positive classroom environment and collaborate with staff.
• Differentiate instruction for diverse learners and integrate technology.

Skills

Adolescent development

Differentiated instruction

Instructional practices

Communication skills

Educational technology

Learning management systems

Data analysis tools

Education

Indiana licensure

Bachelor/Master degree for licensure

Tools

Learning Management Systems

Data analysis tools

Job description

• Position Type: High School Teaching/ Social Studies


• Date Posted: 9/4/2026


• Location: North Central High School


• Date Available: 9/9/2026

The Metropolitan School District of Washington Township (MSDWT) is located in the northern section of Indianapolis. It is a dynamic community with broad diversity in cultures, religions, ethnic groups, races, and socioeconomic levels. MSDWT has been an educational leader in Indiana for the last sixty years.

Our mission is to nurture our students into tomorrow's leaders by cultivating learning environments that ignite innovation, amplify diverse and critical thinking, and inspire growth and achievement.

JOB DETAILS

Job Title High School Social Studies Teacher

Qualifications Profile (Licensure) This position requires a valid and active license issued by the Indiana Department of Education.

Education Candidates must document successful attainment of degrees required for licensure in the state of Indiana.

Location North Central High School

Position Start Date 9/9/2026

Work Schedule Full-Time

Calendar Length 185 day contract

FLSA Classification Salaried, Exempt

Salary/Hourly Rate The teacher salary schedule is based on teaching experience and starts at Bachelor's $53,000/Master's $54,000 with 0 years of experience.

The Teacher is responsible for teaching groups of students in a classroom setting, based on a curriculum and supported by instructional materials. The Teacher is responsible for developing daily lesson plans to ensure that the Teacher covers the curricular content in a timely manner throughout the semester or school year. The Teacher uses various instructional methods and techniques to meet the unique needs of the individual students and to assess their learning; the Teacher modifies instruction, re-teaches and remediates to ensure the students' success.

Essential Functions

• Plan, prepare, and deliver standards-aligned instruction that meets the diverse learning needs of students in assigned subject area(s)


• Assess, monitor, and document student progress through multiple measures, maintaining accurate records and providing timely feedback to students and families


• Establish and maintain a positive classroom environment that promotes student engagement, social-emotional development, and academic achievement


• Collaborate with colleagues, administrators, support staff, and caregivers to support student learning

Additional Duties

• Supervise students during non-instructional time, including hallway transitions, lunch periods, or assigned duties before and after school


• Maintain classroom materials and technology


• Submit required documentation in a timely manner


• Perform other duties as assigned by building administration

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Deep content knowledge in assigned subject area(s) and understanding of adolescent development and evidence-based instructional practices


• Ability to differentiate instruction for students with varying academic levels, English language learners, students with disabilities, and other diverse learners


• Effective written and verbal communication skills with students, families, and colleagues, maintaining professional standards


• Proficiency with instructional technology, learning management systems, and data analysis tools to enhance instruction and track student outcomes

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

PERCENT OF TIME

Seldom = Less than 25%

Occasional = 26 to 50%

Often = 51 to 75%

Very Frequent = 76% and above

Ability to stand for extended periods of time

Often

Ability to carry 25 pounds

Occasional

Amount to lift 25 pounds

Occasional

Amount of force to push/pull up to 25 pounds

Seldom

Ability to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations

Very Frequent

Ability to see for the purpose of reading laws and codes, rules and policies and other printed matter

Very Frequent

Ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels

Very Frequent

Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation

The Metropolitan School District of Washington Township is an equal opportunity/equal access employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all applicable Federal and Indiana State laws, regulations, and executive orders in its programs and activities. Washington Township does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status.