Towles Intermediate | Teacher Age Level 6-9 Montessori | 2026-2027 School Year

Young World Physical Education; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 83,547; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (with Vision and Dental)

Public Pension

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Job summary

A local educational institution in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is seeking a dedicated Montessori Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The successful candidate will need a valid Indiana teaching license and a passion for fostering student growth. Responsibilities include creating high-quality lesson plans and adhering to educational standards. The position offers a salary range of $50,000 to $83,547 per year and includes health benefits, pension, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Indiana teaching license for the assigned grade levels.
• Knowledge of principles and techniques used in lesson planning and classroom instruction.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional services to educate students to high standards.
• Align teaching with district, state, and federal requirements.

Skills

Knowledge of effective teaching practices

Lesson plan development

Education

Valid Indiana teaching license

Early Literacy Endorsement (if applicable)

Job description

Fort Wayne Community Schools Towles: Intermediate - Montessori - Fort Wayne, Indiana

Towles Intermediate | Teacher Age Level 6-9 Montessori | 2026-2027 School Year

This job is also posted in Fort Wayne Community Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5609155

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Apr 06, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 7, 2026

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.

IMPORTANT DETAILS

• Work Schedule: School Year
• Work Hours: 7:10am-3:10pm
• Benefits Included: Health Insurance (with Vision and Dental), Public Pension, Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off, Long Term Disability, Basic Term Life Insurance, Various Optional Supplemental Benefits

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.
• REPA/REPA 3 Licensure Options:
• Elementary Generalist K-6
• Indiana's Early Literacy Endorsement requires teachers who teach retained grade 3 students to hold or be working toward the Early Literacy Endorsement to align with the science of reading standards for the 26-27 school year. Please upload proof you meet this requirement as an attachment to your application. This includes any Grade 3, MLL, Interventionist or Special Education Teacher that may work with retained grade 3 students.

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

FULL POSITION DESCRIPTION: Teacher Job Description 3.21.2024.pdf

REMINDER: Final date for current FWCS teacher transfers is July 17, 2026.

Position Type: Full-Time

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

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required