Maplewood | Teacher Pre-K | 2026-2027 School Year

Maplewood Elementary; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Maplewood Elementary is seeking a dedicated Pre-K teacher for the 2026-2027 school year in Fort Wayne, IN. The role requires an Indiana teaching license for Early Childhood Education P-3 or be eligible for an alternative credential.

The position emphasizes differentiated instruction, data-driven planning, and partnership with families. The teacher will align instruction with FWCS and Indiana Academic Standards, implement assessment routines, and promote a positive classroom climate supporting

Qualifications

• Valid Indiana teaching license for the assigned grade levels and/or subject areas or eligibility to obtain an alternative credential.
• Knowledge of effective practices, including lesson plan development and classroom instruction.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction aligned to FWCS, Indiana, and state standards with differentiation.
• Set measurable learning outcomes and assess student progress.
• Create a positive, organized classroom environment encouraging inquiry and collaboration.
• Establish partnerships with families to support student learning and well-being.
• Engage students in authentic tasks and multiple pathways to knowledge.

Skills

Lesson planning

Differentiation

Student assessment

Classroom management

Professional collaboration

Education

Indiana teaching license (P-3 / Pre-K)

Alternative teaching credential eligibility

Job description

Maplewood | Teacher Pre-K | 2026-2027 School Year

Job Description

PURPOSE

Provide instructional services necessary to educate all students to high standards that align with district, state, and federal requirements, guidelines, and standards. ?

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must possess a valid Indiana teaching license for the assigned grade levels and/or subject areas OR be eligible to obtain an alternative teaching credential.

• Early Childhood Education P-3
• Pre-K:Drug screen required for this position

Must possess knowledge of effective practices, including principles, theories, procedures, and techniques used in lesson plan development and classroom instruction.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• FWCS teachers are committed to students and their learning.
• Teacher acts on the belief that every student can learn and that all students can master challenging curriculum with appropriate differentiation and intervention.
• Teacher sets quantifiable learning outcomes for students and holds students and themselves accountable for meeting those objectives based on the Internationally Benchmarked Common Core Standards linked to Indiana's Academic Standards.
• Teacher produces measurable growth in student achievement.
• Teacher recognizes individual differences in students and adjusts practices accordingly.
• Teacher understands how students develop and learn.
• FWCS teachers know the subjects they teach and how to teach those subjects to each student, and the link to Indiana's Academic Standards.
• Teacher understands the subject area content and how knowledge in the subject field is created, organized, and linked to other disciplines.
• Teacher demonstrates subject area knowledge and conveys the knowledge clearly to students.
• Teacher generates multiple paths to knowledge.
• Teacher uses comprehensive planning skills to design effective instruction focused on student mastery of FWCS curriculum goals.
• FWCS teachers are responsible for establishing and managing student learning in a positive learning environment.
• Teacher creates a classroom climate that promotes openness, mutual respect, support, and inquiry.
• Teacher creates an organized classroom that maximizes engaged student learning time, behaviorally, emotionally, and cognitively.
• Teacher establishes and maintains respectful, productive partnerships with families in support of student learning and well-being.
• Teacher engages all students in complex problem-solving and exploring of ideas and issues in classroom activities drawing on students' culture, experiences, and knowledge.
• Teacher engages students in authentic tasks and offers them significant opportunities to develop knowledge.
• FWCS teachers continually assess student progress relative to student goals including
• Internationally Benchmarked Common Core Standards linked to Indiana's Academic
• Standards, analyze the results, and adapt instruction to improve student achievement.
• Teacher follows the FWCS assessment suite.
• Teacher uses a variety of formal and informal assessment techniques.
• Teacher analyzes student information and results and plans instruction accordingly.
• FWCS teachers are committed to continuous self-improvement and professional development.
• Teacher continually reflects upon his/her practice in promoting student learning and adjusts instruction accordingly.
• Teacher draws upon educational research and research-based strategies in planning instructional content and delivery.
• Teacher is an active member of a professional learning community.
• FWCS teachers exhibit a high degree of professionalism.
• Teacher understands and supports the vision, mission, and goals of FWCS, and serves as an ambassador for FWCS.
• Teacher views him/herself as a leader in the educational community.
• Teacher contributes to the smooth functioning of the school environment.
• Support s the FWCS Schools of Success mission to empower all students to reach their potential through equitable and relevant community-connected experiences to ensure students achieve at least one of the 4E’s - (Enrollment, Employment, Enlistment, or Entrepreneurship.
• Positively p romote s and e mbod ies the FWCS Schools of Success six core competencies in our daily work: Creativity and Innovation, Critical and Analytical Thinking, Collaboration, Communication, Cultural Agility, and Self-Direction
• Perform r elated duties, as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Communication Skills: Ability to speak clearly and hear effectively in various environments.
• Manual Dexterity: Adeptness in the use of hands and fingers.
• Postural Endurance: Sit or stand for prolonged periods, as the job requires.
• Flexibility: Ability to bend at the waist, kneel, or crouch to perform specific duties.
• Visual Acuity: Close vision ability with the capacity to adjust focus.
• Mobility: Freedom to sit or walk at will throughout the work environment.
• Strength and Stamina: Capability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to twenty (25) pounds or more.

FWCS will reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Job ID: 5980413

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 03, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $50,000 to $83,547 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required