Middle School ELA Educator: Ignite Literacy

Career Academy South Bend; South Bend (IN); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Academy South Bend is seeking a Middle School Language Arts Teacher to plan and deliver standards-aligned instruction in reading, writing, speaking, and listening for middle school students. The role emphasizes literacy development, literature appreciation, and fostering critical thinking in a supportive classroom.

Qualifications include a valid Indiana teaching license in ELA (grades 5–9 or 5–12) and a Bachelor's in Education or English; a Master’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Valid Indiana teaching license in English/Language Arts.
• Bachelor’s degree in Education or English.
• Experience with reading and writing workshop models.
• Ability to differentiate instruction and assess progress.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement daily ELA lessons aligned to Indiana Standards.
• Teach foundational reading comprehension, literary analysis, grammar, and writing structures.
• Engage students in genres including fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and informational texts.
• Use data to inform instruction, monitor growth, and guide interventions.
• Foster classroom discussions and writing projects that promote voice and critical thinking.
• Collaborate with colleagues to design interdisciplinary units and align instructional goals.
• Provide targeted support for students through small groups, accommodations, and feedback.
• Maintain accurate records of grades, attendance, and student progress.
• Participate in IEP and 504 meetings to support students with learning differences.

Skills

Literacy instruction

Differentiated instruction

Communication

Classroom management

Collaboration

Technology integration

Education

Indiana teaching license (ELA)

Bachelor's degree in Education or English

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Career Academy South Bend is seeking a Middle School Language Arts Teacher to plan and deliver standards-aligned instruction in reading, writing, speaking, and listening for middle school students. The role emphasizes literacy development, literature appreciation, and fostering critical thinking in a supportive classroom.

Qualifications include a valid Indiana teaching license in ELA (grades 5–9 or 5–12) and a Bachelor's in Education or English; a Master’s degree is preferred.