Long Term Substitute for maternity leave - 1st Grade

ReNEW Schools; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

ReNEW Schools is seeking a Long Term Substitute Teacher in Merrillville, IN. The candidate will learn, develop, and implement lessons, focusing on science of reading and technology integration to support student achievement.

The role requires Indiana teaching licensure, strong classroom management, and collaboration with Special Education and ESL staff to support IEP/504/ILP accommodations. This position runs from approximately Oct 25, 2026 to Dec 18, 2026.

Qualifications

• Valid State of Indiana teaching license for grade level and subject area.
• Ability to administer and interpret running records.
• Knowledge of science of reading framework.
• Willingness to work with Academic coach to implement research-based instructional practices.
• Strong communication skills including written communication and the ability to convey information clearly.
• Strong interpersonal relations and ability to collaborate with staff and administrators.
• Ability to manage pupil behavior and establish a positive learning environment.
• Knowledge of technology integration in instruction.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Belief in “Kids First” philosophy.

Responsibilities

• Learn, develop, and implement strategies and lessons.
• Implement science of reading strategies.
• Incorporate technology throughout instruction.
• Establish positive relationships with students; manage behavior; use classroom meetings and PBIS.
• Create and administer assessments to evaluate progress and create instructional lessons based on data.
• Plan instructional lessons following Indiana/state curriculum guidelines.
• Implement MTSS framework; maintain data and provide interventions.
• Collaborate with teachers, staff, and administrators.
• Collaborate with Special Education, Title One/Remedial, and English Language Teachers to support IEP/504/ILP services.
• Maintain regular parent-teacher communication via email/phone/written notes.
• Participate in professional development and PLCs to improve student achievement.
• Update records as required by laws and policies.
• Implement corporation policies and programs.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal relations

Planning and organizational skills

Problem solving

Kids First philosophy

Technology integration

Education

Indiana teaching license

Job description

Long Term Substitute Assignment - Approximately October 25, 2026 - December 18, 2026

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

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.