Teacher - 1st Grade

Irvington Community School Inc; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Irvington Community School Inc seeks a qualified educator to deliver rigorous, differentiated instruction aligned to Indiana standards. The teacher will provide timely feedback, assess using formative and summative methods, and maintain accurate grades and attendance.

The role emphasizes collaboration with staff, ongoing parent communication, and active participation in school activities while adhering to ICS policies and the Irvington Way.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education required.
• Valid Indiana teaching license required.
• Strong technology skills, competent in Google applications.
• Flexibility to adjust teaching methods to fit student needs.
• Willingness to comply with ICS policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provides data-informed lesson plans and instruction using Indiana state standards as the guide.
• Builds effective relationships with teachers, students and staff.
• Engages in PBIS, discipline matrix, and restorative practices.
• Involved in school community through clubs, sports, tutoring, and other activities.
• Strives to work and live by The Irvington Way.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Data-informed instruction

Classroom management

Collaboration

Parent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Indiana teaching license

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Purpose of Position/Summary:Provides rigorous differentiated instruction based on the Indiana state standards in licensed content areas.Role Expectations (How we measure success):Gives timely academic feedback to students in the form of written/verbal comments and gradesUses formative, summative, and standardized assessments to inform instructionMaintains accurate and up-to-date grade and attendance records for studentsBuilds a classroom culture that fosters belongingness and safety for studentsCommunicates consistently with parents/guardiansCollaborates with colleagues, administrators and support staff regarding student needsAdequately prepares for absences by leaving clear lesson plans and explanation of expectations for guest teachersConsistently applies classroom management and discipline policies in the classroom and throughout the buildingEssential Responsibilities:Provides data-informed lesson plans and instruction using Indiana state standards as the guideBuilds effective relationships with teachers, students and staffEngages in school positive behavior incentive system (PBIS), discipline matrix, and restorative practicesIs involved in school community through participation in clubs, sports, tutoring, and other activitiesStrives to work and live by The Irvington WaySkills and Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in education requiredValid Indiana teaching license requiredStrong technology skills, competent in the use of Google applicationsFlexibility to adjust teaching methods and strategies to fit student needsWillingness to comply with ICS policies and procedures