Middle School Math Teacher

SmartStart Education, LLC; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 85,131,547 - 94,587,393; Full time

Job summary

SmartStart Education, LLC seeks a Middle School Math Teacher to work with urban, working-class youth in Indianapolis. The role runs Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 3:40 PM, with groups of students in grades 6–8 who need strong math support.

ASAP start through December 15, 2026. You will take daily attendance, monitor progress on a personal device, and collaborate with school staff to help students build foundational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is mandatory.
• Active teaching license or ability to obtain an emergency license asap.
• At least one year of teaching experience.
• Mastery of middle school math concepts and skills.
• Understanding of urban student challenges and disparities.
• Genuine passion and commitment to student success.
• Punctuality and adherence to schedules.
• Strong communication with students, colleagues and stakeholders.
• Ability to commute to the designated location.
• Ability to navigate a school environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach middle school math to groups identified as needing support.
• Work Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 3:40 PM at a school in Indianapolis.
• Take daily attendance and monitor student progress using a personal device.
• Collaborate with school staff to support student achievement.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Punctuality

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Teaching license or emergency permit

Job description

Middle School Math Teacher

Are you passionate about teaching and learning? Are you motivated to make a positive impact in the lives of urban, working-class youth? If yes, this position with SmartStart Education is right for you!

The Job

SmartStart Education seeks a Middle School Math Teacher to work with middle school students on Monday through Friday. Each class consists of students who have been identified as those who are struggling with fundamental math skills. Students are from all grade levels, including 6th-8th.

The teacher will work with each group several times throughout the week at a middle school in Indianapolis, IN, 46225. Groups will take place within the classroom. Teachers should be flexible and comfortable with classroom settings. Each teacher will be given the responsibility of taking daily attendance and monitoring student progress using a personal device (mobile phone).

Job Details

The teaching position begins ASAP and ends on 12/15/2026. The schedule will be 8:00 AM through 3:40 PM.

Pay Range: $29.71/hr - $33.01/hr.

Qualifications

• Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in any field is mandatory. ***Please note that applications with anticipated graduation dates will not be considered.
• Possession of an active teaching license or ability to obtain an emergency teaching license asap.
• Demonstrated experience of at least one year in teaching, either within a school environment or another educational setting.
• Mastery of middle school math concepts and skills, substantiating proficiency in the subject matter.
• Comprehensive understanding of the unique challenges faced by urban students, schools, and communities, encompassing racial disparity, socio-economic disparity, and cultural disparity.
• Display of genuine passion and unwavering commitment towards fostering the success of students.
• Exemplary punctuality, ensuring timely attendance and adherence to established schedules.
• Proficiency in communication skills, enabling effective and articulate interaction with students, colleagues, and interested parties.
• Ability to comfortably commute to the designated location.
• Ability to comfortably navigate a school environment, including walking through hallways, classrooms, and stairways throughout the workday.

SmartStart Education, LLC participates in E-Verify and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.